School of Medicine Cost of Attendance
Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented. Some or all instruction for all or part of the academic year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and 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.
- UC David Student Fee Detail (UC Davis Office of Budget and Institutional Analysis)
- Student tuition, fees, and deposits (UC Office of the President).
For estimates of off-campus housing costs near the UC Davis campuses, please review housing costs near:
2024-2025 Cost of Attendance
2024-2025 |
MS1 (11 months) |
MS2 (12 months) |
MS3 (12 months) |
MS4 (11 Months) |
Tuition and Fees1 |
$46,893 | $46,893 | $46,893 | $46,893 |
Books and Supplies | $1,291 | $6932 | $3933 | $109 |
Housing | $12,522 | $13,660 | $13,660 | $12,522 |
Phone, Internet, Utilities | $2,606 | $2,843 | $2,843 | $2,606 |
Groceries | $8,005 | $8,732 | $8,732 | $8,005 |
Personal Expenses | $2,528 | $2,757 | $2,757 | $2,528 |
Transportation | $3,651 | $3,983 | $3,983 | $3,651 |
Health Insurance4 | $6,292 | $6,292 | $6,292 | $6,292 |
TOTAL | $83,788 |
$85,853 |
$85,553 |
$82,606 |
In addition to the above tuition and fees, out-of -state students pay Nonresident Supplemental Tuition of $12,245 per academic year.
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Complete itemized breakdown available at UC Davis Budget and Institutional Analysis (budget.ucdavis.edu).
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This includes required STEP 1 study prep materials:
First Aid for USMLE $54 2 NBME Comprehensive Basic Science Skills Assessments $120
2 NBME Clinical Mastery Self-Assessments $40 TOTAL: $214
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This Includes required STEP 2 CK study prep materials:
Content Review Resource (two options, First aid for STEP 2 CK or Master the Boards $60 10 Practice Shelf Exams - 2 per clerkship $200 TOTAL: $260 -
UC Regents mandate that all students have health insurance. This is a non-academic condition of admission to the School of Medicine M.D. program. The School of Medicine offers Western Health Advantage or SHIP insurance to meet this requirement. If you have comparable insurance, you may waive out of the Western Health Advantage plan or SHIP. Insurance plans and rates are subject to change.
NOTES:
- As a result of gubernatorial, legislative, Regental, and/or campus action, these amounts may change without notice.
- Budgets are adjusted on an annual basis. Budget components are adjusted according to increases in the consumer price index (CPI) and/or student surveys. The estimated budget above does not include yearly increases.
- USMLE exam fees for Step 1 ($680), Step 2 CK ($680).
- The summer distribution of aid for Year 1 includes a higher allowance for books due to the need to purchase most books and supplies early in the academic year.
Personal Category5 | 12 Months |
Medical/Dental/Optical | $769 |
Clothing/Toiletries | $1,126 |
Recreation/Incidentals | $862 |
TOTAL | $2,757 |
5. Does not allow for appliance, television, or furniture purchases; moving expenses; home improvement or repairs; or contributions to charities or other organizations.
2024-2025 |
MS1 (12 months) |
MS2 (12 months) |
MS3 (12 months) |
MS4 (11 Months) |
Tuition and Fees1 |
$46,893 | $46,893 | $46,893 | $46,893 |
Books and Supplies | $1,291 | $6932 | $3933 | $109 |
Housing | $13,660 | $13,660 | $13,660 | $12,522 |
Phone, Internet, Utilities | $2,843 | $2,843 | $2,843 | $2,606 |
Groceries | $8,732 | $8,732 | $8,732 | $8,005 |
Personal Expenses | $2,757 | $2,757 | $2,757 | $2,528 |
Transportation | $3,983 | $3,983 | $3,983 | $3,651 |
Health Insurance4 | $6,292 | $6,292 | $6,292 | $6,292 |
TOTAL | $86,451 |
$85,853 |
$85,553 |
$82,606 |
In addition to the above tuition and fees, out-of -state students pay Nonresident Supplemental Tuition of $12,245 per academic year.
-
Complete itemized breakdown available at UC Davis Budget and Institutional Analysis (budget.ucdavis.edu).
-
This includes required STEP 1 study prep materials:
First Aid for USMLE $54 2 NBME Comprehensive Basic Science Skills Assessments $120
2 NBME Clinical Mastery Self-Assessments $40 TOTAL: $214
-
This Includes required STEP 2 CK study prep materials:
Content Review Resource (two options, First aid for STEP 2 CK or Master the Boards $60 10 Practice Shelf Exams - 2 per clerkship $200 TOTAL: $260 -
UC Regents mandate that all students have health insurance. This is a non-academic condition of admission to the School of Medicine M.D. program. The School of Medicine offers Western Health Advantage or SHIP insurance to meet this requirement. If you have comparable insurance, you may waive out of the Western Health Advantage plan or SHIP. Insurance plans and rates are subject to change.
NOTES:
- As a result of gubernatorial, legislative, Regental, and/or campus action, these amounts may change without notice.
- Budgets are adjusted on an annual basis. Budget components are adjusted according to increases in the consumer price index (CPI) and/or student surveys. The estimated budget above does not include yearly increases.
- USMLE exam fees for Step 1 ($680), Step 2 CK ($680).
- The summer distribution of aid for Year 1 includes a higher allowance for books due to the need to purchase most books and supplies early in the academic year.
Personal Category5 | 12 Months |
Medical/Dental/Optical | $769 |
Clothing/Toiletries | $1,126 |
Recreation/Incidentals | $862 |
TOTAL | $2,757 |
5. Does not allow for appliance, television, or furniture purchases; moving expenses; home improvement or repairs; or contributions to charities or other organizations.
2024-2025 |
MS1 (12 months) |
MS2 (12 months) |
MS3 (11 Months) |
Tuition and Fees1 |
$46,893 | $46,893 | $46,893 |
Books/Supplies | $1,291 | $6932 | $109 |
Housing | $13,660 | $13,660 | $12,522 |
Phone, Internet,Utilities | $2,843 | $2,843 | $2,606 |
Groceries | $8,732 | $8,732 | $8,005 |
Personal Expenses | $2,757 | $2,757 | $2,528 |
Transportation | $3,983 | $3,983 | $3,651 |
Health Insurance4 | $6,292 | $6,292 | $6,292 |
TOTAL | $86,451 |
$85,853 |
$82,606 |
In addition to the above tuition and fees, out-of -state students pay Nonresident Supplemental Tuition of $12,245 per academic year.
-
Complete itemized breakdown available at UC Davis Budget and Institutional Analysis (budget.ucdavis.edu).
-
This includes required STEP 1 study prep materials:
First Aid for USMLE $54 2 NBME Comprehensive Basic Science Skills Assessments $120
2 NBME Clinical Mastery Self-Assessments $40 TOTAL: $214
-
This Includes required STEP 2 CK study prep materials:
Content Review Resource (two options, First aid for STEP 2 CK or Master the Boards $60 10 Practice Shelf Exams - 2 per clerkship $200 TOTAL: $260 -
UC Regents mandate that all students have health insurance. This is a non-academic condition of admission to the School of Medicine M.D. program. The School of Medicine offers Western Health Advantage or SHIP insurance to meet this requirement. If you have comparable insurance, you may waive out of the Western Health Advantage plan or SHIP. Insurance plans and rates are subject to change.
NOTES:
- As a result of gubernatorial, legislative, Regental, and/or campus action, these amounts may change without notice.
- Budgets are adjusted on an annual basis. Budget components are adjusted according to increases in the consumer price index (CPI) and/or student surveys. The estimated budget above does not include yearly increases.
- USMLE exam fees for Step 1 ($680), Step 2 CK ($680).
- The summer distribution of aid for Year 1 includes a higher allowance for books due to the need to purchase most books and supplies early in the academic year.
Personal Category5 | 12 Months |
Medical/Dental/Optical | $769 |
Clothing/Toiletries | $1,126 |
Recreation/Incidentals | $862 |
TOTAL | $2,757 |
5. Does not allow for appliance, television, or furniture purchases; moving expenses; home improvement or repairs; or contributions to charities or other organizations.