Financing Your Education

Estimated Tuition

The estimated cost of the Biology is $1,695 per unit for the 2025-2026 academic year, with a minimum of 6 units required to be completed each academic year. Students typically take an average of 12 units in the first academic year and 12 units in the second academic year. A total of 24 units are required for the degree. Admitted students receive tuition scholarships that cover the full cost of tuition for this program. Program fees are subject to adjustment annually, and the number of required units may vary based on enrollment status. Please contact Naupaka Zimmerman (nzimmerman@usfca.edu) to discuss the specifics of the program.

Teaching and Research Assistantships

Most graduate students are also awarded a teaching assistantship each semester, resulting in a stipend of approximately $9,000 per year.

All applicants admitted to the program, both U.S. and international students, are considered for these scholarships and assistantships when the admission applications are reviewed. There is no separate application for this financial assistance.

International Students

International students admitted to the biology program must demonstrate proof of funding if seeking an F1 visa.

More Information for International Student Requirements

Estimated Tuition

The estimated cost of the Biology is $1,660 per unit for the 2024-2025 academic year, with a minimum of 6 units required to be completed each academic year. Students typically take an average of 12 units in the first academic year and 12 units in the second academic year. A total of 24 units are required for the degree. Admitted students receive tuition scholarships that cover the full cost of tuition for this program. Program fees are subject to adjustment annually, and the number of required units may vary based on enrollment status. Please contact John Paul to discuss the specifics of the program.