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Paying for UC Davis

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what UC Davis actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Free tuition at UC Davis for families earning under $80,000 a year. Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan covers tuition for CA residents with family income under $80k; most families under $100k receive enough grants to cover tuition.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run UC Davis's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$6,200/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$9,800/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$17,500/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$26,000/yr after aid
$110k+$32,500/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$38,218
In-state tuition$14,495
Out-of-state tuition$44,066
Room & board$21,862
Average net price$16,500
Students on aid60%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

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