The cost of attendance is an estimated figure. It’s used to determine your financial aid eligibility. This figure may differ from costs later approved by the Regents of the University of California. The following chart gives you an overview of costs. It includes your tuition, fees and other student necessities.
| Student Expense Budgets | Living On-Campus (residence hall) | Living On-Campus (apartments) | Living Off-Campus | Living at Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $14,597.27 | $14,597.27 | $14,597.27 | $14,597.27 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,178 | $1,178 | $1,178 | $1,178 |
| Room & Board | $17,238 | $14,356 | $11,050 | $6,835 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,341 | $1,341 | $1,391 | $1,763 |
| Transportation/ Distance Learning | $585 | $585 | $970 | $1,954 |
| Subtotal (without Health Insurance) | $34,940 | $32,058 | $29,187 | $26,328 |
| Health Insurance | $2,712 | $2,712 | $2,712 | $2,712 |
| Total Costs for California Residents (with Health Insurance) | $37,652 | $34,770 | $31,899 | $29,040 |
| Nonresident Supplemental Tuition | $29,754 | $29,754 | $29,754 | $29,754 |
| Total Costs for Nonresidents (with Health Insurance) | $67,406 | $64,524 | $61,653 | $58,794 |
The tuition, fees, and charges posted here are estimates based on currently approved amounts. These figures may not be final; actual tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by the Regents of the University of California or, as authorized, by the President of the University of California. Accordingly, final approved levels and charges may differ from the amounts shown.
Some or all instruction for all or part of Academic Year 2020-21 may be delivered remotely. Tuition and mandatory fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year.
You know your tuition and fees go toward a great education. But just how is the money used? We pick up a calculator and break down the most recent estimated tuition and fees for undergraduate California residents and nonresidents studying full time.
University of California Tuition: $12,570
Nonresident Supplemental Tuition: $29,754
University of California Tuition: $12,570
Campus Expansion Initiative: $595.04
Supports enhancements of student facilities and services:
- Student Health and Counseling Center
- Student Community Center
- ASUCD Coffee House
- ASUCD Unitrans
- Campus Recreation
- Financial Aid
Facilities and Campus Enhancements Fee: $450.21
Supports facilities and services including:
- Aggie Stadium
- Financial Aid
- Schaal Aquatic Center
- Activities and Recreation Center (ARC)
- Student Recruitment & Retention Center
Student Services Maintenance Fee/Student Activities and Services Initiative Fee: $380.90
Supports student facilities and services including:
- Campus Recreation
- Cross-Cultural Center
- Intercollegiate Athletics
- Women's Resources and Research Center
Student Health Services Fee: $163.29
Supports student health and counseling services. A portion of this fee supports need-based financial aid.ASUCD FEE: $183
Supports the Associated Students of UC DavisMemorial Union Fee: $85.50
Supports the Memorial Union and Silo construction and renovation projects.Student Facilities Safety Fee: $66
Supports life-safety projects in student facilities. A portion of this fee supports need-based financial aid.Unitrans: $82
Supports the service and improvements of buses. A portion of this fee supports need-based financial aid.California Aggie Fee: $12.33
Supports the operation of The California Aggie Newspaper. A portion of this fee supports need-based financial aid.The Green Initiative Fund (TGIF) Fee: $9
Supports student activities in sustainability. A portion of this fee supports need-based financial aid.
Health insurance coverage for students who do not have comparable coverage under another plan.
New students pay this one-time fee to cover the cost of university documents such as official transcripts.
Entering international students with certain visas must also pay this fee ($116 paid per quarter) for administrative support.
*The University of California Regents mandates that all students have health insurance. UC Davis automatically enrolls all registered students in the UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP). If students have comparable insurance and do not want to be enrolled in UC SHIP, they must apply for a UC SHIP waiver by the date specified for their school.
