COSMOS

University of California

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Collin Recommendation Index

Proprietary Application Analysis

Tier 2

7/10

Collin Index

Recommended

Collin's Analysis

A selective program with a strong research reputation. Admits tend to show genuine curiosity and a concrete project rather than a long list of activities, and past cohorts skew toward students with some prior exposure to the field.

Application Strategy

Lead with one specific question you have explored, tie it to what this program teaches, and use the short answers to show range. Apply before the priority deadline and ask your recommender early.

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Admissions Timeline

Application Opens

January 6, 2027

Priority Deadline

—

Regular Deadline

February 5, 2027

Program Dates

Dates TBD

Rolling Admission

Financials

Tuition

$5,518

Application Fee

$46 application fee

Financial Aid

Available

Student Stipend

None

Offered Disciplines

Aerospace EngineeringArtificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAstrophysicsBiomedical SciencesChemistry and NanochemistryComputer ScienceData ScienceEcologyEngineeringGame Theory and DesignMarine ScienceMaterials ScienceMathematicsPhysics and AstronomyRobotics

Requirements & Selectivity

Eligible Grades

Grades 8–11

International Students

Not eligible

Minimum GPA

3.5 GPA minimum

Acceptance Rate

~15%

Essay Required

Yes

Interview Required