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The University of California offers a multitude of degrees and programs. The campuses share high standards of excellence. UC campuses house many top-ranked humanities, science, and social science departments. UC research centers conduct cutting-edge research and offer state-of-the-art facilities.

On the following pages is a listing of the degree programs offered at the 10 campuses. Several of the programs offer sub-specialties and interdisciplinary programs not listed here. Furthermore, even when a campus does not indicate a degree offering in a specific discipline, it may house the program you seek within a related department. To learn more about programs that interest you, talk to your own faculty, University of California faculty, and graduate advisors and recruiters. Also, check departmental websites for program updates.

Things to consider when choosing a program:

• Does the program emphasize areas in your field that fit your career interests and goals – such as research, theory or practice?

• Do the faculty have special strengths in your field of interest?

• What is the academic reputation of the program as measured by the quality of faculty research projects and published work?

• Are the libraries, laboratories and other research facilities adequate for your needs?

• Are you academically prepared for the kind of program being offered?

• What financial assistance is available?

Graduate education provides intellectual stimulation, creative inspiration, and fruitful rewards. Graduate students draw on their individual experiences, backgrounds, and interests. This diversity provides opportunities that enhance the quality of learning and scholarship at the University of California.

Choosing what and where to study can be both exciting and overwhelming. The University of California offers a multitude of degrees and programs. We encourage you to visit websites or contact campus and/or department representatives for further information.

Factors to consider when choosing a campus.

Degree Offerings
Research Opportunities
Campus Culture
Surrounding Community
Location and Setting

The 10 UC campuses offer access to the many faces of California. You may choose a cosmopolitan urban center such as Los Angeles, Berkeley, San Francisco, the suburban setting of Irvine, or a more rural setting such as Davis or Merced. Live by the ocean in San Diego, Santa Barbara or Santa Cruz, or within easy driving distance of the mountains in Riverside.

For simple access to links for campus home pages visit http://www.ucop.edu. Chartered in 1868, the University of California has become one of the largest and most renowned centers of higher education in the world. Today UC has ten campuses, an 8,900-member faculty, and a total enrollment of 187,000 students, including 39,000 graduate and professional school students.