Thinking of applying? Here are the steps to take.
Step 1: Decide on the right campus to fit your needs
Each UBridge campus has its own unique strengths and differentiating factors. Students like you make their decision based on location/weather, campus/class size, guaranteed transfer universities, and other factors. With thousands of majors to choose from, you can feel confident that all campuses have your interests covered. We invite you to explore UBridge’s different host campuses to see if you can narrow down your preferred host campus.
Still unsure which campus is the best fit for you? Contact us to arrange a conversation with one of our expert advisors!
Step 2: Can I be admitted to my top choice UBridge host campus?
The UBridge program has flexible entry requirements that should fit most students’ needs. Please take a look at the required age, high school completion, and English language test scores accepted for your preferred campuses.
| English | High School | SAT | Essay | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBridge@College of San Mateo | TOEFL 56 / IELTS 5.5 / Duolingo 85 | High school diploma or 18+ years old | Not required | Not required | 16+ |
| UBridge@College of Marin | TOEFL 61 / IELTS 6.0 / Duolingo 90 | High school diploma or 18+ years old | Not required | Not required | 17+ |
| UBridge@PVCC | TOEFL 61 / IELTS 6.0 | High school diploma | Not required | Not required | 17+ |
| UBRIDGE@Santa Monica College | TOEFL 45 / IELTS 5.0 / Duolingo 75 | High school diploma or 18+ years old | Not required | Required | 16+ |
| UBRIDGE@Irvine Valley College | TOEFL 52 / IELTS 4.5 / Duolingo 80 | High school diploma | Not required | Not required | 17+ |
| UBRIDGE@Shoreline Community College | Direct college: TOEFL 61 (writing 20) / IELTS 5.5 (writing 6.0) / Duolingo 95; EAP: TOEFL 46 (writing 14) / IELTS 5.0 (writing 5.0) / Duolingo 85 |
Good high school grades | Not required | Not required | 16+ |
| UBRIDGE ONLINE | Not required | High school diploma or 18+ years old | Not required | Not required | 18+ /HSG |
Step 3: Can I afford the UBridge program?
What is the cost of studying in the USA for international students? You should prepare to spend in excess of $50,000 per year during the UBridge program. For fall start students, this includes 36 semester credits (54 quarter units) and taking year-round classes. It also includes 12 months of housing, events, activities, transportation and apartment expenses. Health insurance, books and food are not included. Because UBridge specializes in helping students through the transfer process in two years, many students save time and money by not having to attend courses for 3 or more years by going direct to college.
Another option for students looking to save on the housing side of things is UBridge Online. We have helped students with acceptances and ultimate transfer into amazing top universities such as UCLA, Berkeley, UC Santa Barbara, UC Irvine and UC Davis. UBridge Online gives you the same high-quality education and support, but you save on the cost of housing, health insurance and food in the US. You can complete your two years of study at home.
The below chart shows a detailed breakdown of tuition and housing fees by campus.
Spring 2025 Intake
| Spring 2025 Intake | Terms | Program Fees | Housing Fees | Total Fees | Additional Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBridge@College of San Mateo | Spring + Summer; 7 months |
$31,875 | $19,670 | $51,545 | Medical insurance required |
| UBridge@College of Marin | Spring + Summer; 7 months |
$33,775 | $19,900 | $53,675 | Medical insurance required |
| UBridge@PVCC | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| UBRIDGE@Santa Monica College | Spring + Summer; 6 months |
$30,925 | $20,955 | $51,880 | Medical insurance required |
| UBRIDGE@Irvine Valley College | Spring + Summer; 7 months |
$31,725 | $18,430 | $50,155 | Medical insurance required |
| UBRIDGE@Shoreline Community College | Per year; 12 months |
$36,625 | $20,520 | $57,145 | Medical insurance required; Guardianship fee $3,500* |
| UBRIDGE ONLINE | Flexible | Initial Six Credits: $9,240 Extra Credit Hour: $915 |
N/A | – | N/A |
*Required for students under age 18; this is for one year and pro-rated upon turning 18.
Fall 2025 Intake
| Fall 2025 Intake | Program Fees | Housing Fees | Total Fees | Additional Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBridge@College of San Mateo | $38,450 | $25,935 | $64,385 | Medical insurance required |
| UBridge@College of Marin | $38,450 | $26,330 | $64,780 | Medical insurance required |
| UBridge@PVCC | $38,450 | $26,880 | $65,330 | Medical insurance required |
| UBRIDGE@Santa Monica College | $38,450 | $29,580 | $68,030 | Medical insurance required |
| UBRIDGE@Irvine Valley College | $38,450 | $23,540 | $61,990 | Medical insurance required |
| UBRIDGE@Shoreline Community College | $38,450 | $20,825 | $59,275 | Medical insurance required; Guardianship fee $3,500* |
| UBRIDGE ONLINE | Initial Six Credits: $9,240 Extra Credit Hour: $915 |
N/A | – | N/A |
*Required for students under age 18; this is for one year and pro-rated upon turning 18.
Step 4: When should I start the program?
UBridge has multiple intake periods so you can find the right time to get started. Fall term is the most popular intake period, but many of our students decide to start their studies a little early to get a head start in the summer. You can also start your academic journey in the spring, when the price is lower, as you will be taking fewer credits. Our staff is happy to talk you through the options, just send us a message for more info.
Our intake schedule can be viewed below.
| UBridge@CSM | UBridge@COM | UBridge@PVCC | UBRIDGE@SMC | UBRIDGE@IVC | UBRIDGE@SCC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring/Winter 2025 | January 13th – May 22nd |
January 21st – May 23rd |
No intake | February 18th – June 17th |
January 13th – May 21st |
January 6th – June 18th |
| Fall 2025 | August 13th – December 15th |
August 24th – December 19th |
August 24th – December 16th |
September 2nd – December 23rd |
August 24th – December 17th |
TBD |
*Please contact UB Admissions or your UB representative for more details.
**All dates are subject to change.
Final Step: Apply
Once you have made your campus and intake decisions, you can submit your application through the online form.
You will see a confirmation screen after applying so you know we received your app. Because we know you are eager to come to start your studies, we aim to make an admission decision in less than one week.
If you have questions along the way, feel free to contact us. Our global admissions staff is always here to help!
| Fall 2022 Intake | Program Fees | Housing Fees | Total Fees | Additional Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBridge@College of San Mateo | $33,750 | $22,750 | $56.500 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBridge@College of Marin | $33,750 | $22,750 | $56.500 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBridge@PVCC | $32,550 | $22,750 | $55,300 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBRIDGE@Santa Monica College | $33,750 | $24,375 | $58,125 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBRIDGE@Irvine Valley College | $33,750 | $18,840 | $52,590 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBRIDGE ONLINE | Initial Six Credits: $8,870 Extra Credit Hour: $895 |
N/A | – |
| Spring 2023 Intake | Program Fees | Housing Fees | Total Fees | Additional Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBridge@College of San Mateo | $29,500 | $18,750 | $48,250 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBridge@College of Marin | $31,200 | $18,750 | $49,950 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBridge@PVCC | N/A | N/A | N/A | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBRIDGE@Santa Monica College | $28,650 | $18,875 | $47,525 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBRIDGE@Irvine Valley College | $29,500 | $15,640 | $45,140 | Medical insurance and accommodations |
| UBRIDGE ONLINE | Initial Six Credits: $8,870 Extra Credit Hour: $895 |
N/A | – |
