| Certificate Programs for Students with F-1 visas | DURATION OF PROGRAM |
QUARTER UNITS |
ESTIMATED TUITION |
RECOMMENDED START |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOSCIENCE | Clinical Trials Design and Management | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $16,100 | Any Quarter |
| BUSINESS | Business Administration | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $15,350 | Any Quarter |
| BUSINESS | Human Resource Management | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $17,850 | Any Quarter |
| BUSINESS | Marketing Management | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $16,100 | Fall, Spring |
| BUSINESS | Project and Program Management | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $17,850 | Any Quarter |
| TECHNOLOGY | Computer Programming Prior knowledge in this field is recommended. |
3 Quarters | 30 units | $16,100 | Any Quarter |
| TECHNOLOGY | Data Science and Data Analytics | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $16,100 | Any Quarter |
| TECHNOLOGY | Embedded Systems | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $15,350 | Any Quarter |
| TECHNOLOGY | Software Engineering and Quality Prior knowledge in this field is recommended. |
3 Quarters | 30 units | $16,100 | Any Quarter |
| TECHNOLOGY | Silicon Chip Design & Semiconductor Engineering | 3 Quarters | 30 units | $15,350 | Any Quarter |
| UX DESIGN | User Experience and Web Design | 3-4 Quarters | 30 units | $16,100 | Winter / Summer |
| F-1 VISA APPLICATION DEADLINES |
Quarter Start & End Dates |
If you are IN THE U.S., forms are due: |
If you are NOT IN THE U.S., forms are due: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | August 19–Dec 31 | August 1 | July 15 |
| Winter | January 1–March 31 | December 15 | November 15 |
| Spring | March 18–June 15 | March 1 | February 15 |
| Summer | June 3–August 31 | May 15 | May 1 |
Fees and services
International students are assessed a $1,700 quarterly fee in addition to tuition. This fee supports a wide range of services throughout your studies including:
- orientation,
- maintenance of your F-1 status,
- OPT application review,
- OPT support,
- academic programming,
- course registration,
- advising,
- events that maximize your learning and career potential
- access to computer labs & Wi-Fi, technology,
- housing referrals and resources,
- medical insurance assistance,
- photo ID cards, and
- other general needs.
The fee includes two $40 drop fee waivers.
These fees are not included.
- Application Fee: Nonrefundable $150. Due at the time of application.
- I-901 SEVIS Fee: $350
- USCIS OPT Fee: $410
- Cancellation Fee: International student fee is refundable minus a $200 cancellation fee if enrollment is canceled at least three business days before the orientation session begins.
- Express Mail Fee (optional): $50. Overseas students may request faster mail delivery for immigration document processing.
- Books and Materials Costs: Additional curricular requirements are not included.
Paying your $1,700 international student fee
UCSC Silicon Valley Extension only uses Flywire for the international student fee.
Learn more about Flywire here.
More information
You can learn more about the international program, the 12-unit quarterly minimum, taking courses outside your program, and pursuing an internship, by visiting this page.
