Admission Requirements and Prerequisites
Applicants to the Master of Engineering in Sustainable Transportation should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, economics or a related field. The ideal undergraduate preparation includes:
- Fundamental Engineering Knowledge: Courses in basic engineering principles, such as mechanics, energy and/or materials. (e.g., ECI 100)
- Mathematics and Statistics: Proficiency in mathematics, including calculus, linear algebra and statistics, is crucial for understanding and applying engineering concepts. (e.g., MAT 21A, MAT 21B, MAT 21C, MAT22A, ECI 114)
- Basic Transportation Knowledge: Exposure to transportation principles, urban planning and environmental science, providing a foundational understanding of the field's context.
- Technical Writing: Experience in technical writing to prepare for the communication requirements of the program.
Visit the UC Davis Graduate Studies website for additional details on minimum admission requirements for all UC Davis graduate degrees.
How to Apply
Applications to the Master of Engineering in Sustainable Transportation at UC Davis are submitted online. Review the requirements for admission for information on GPA, prerequisite courses and undergraduate degree requirements.
The priority application deadline for Fall 2027 Admission is 1/15/27. The general application deadline is 6/1/27.
Application fee can be found on the UC Davis Graduate Studies website.
Application Materials
The following items are required to complete your application:
- Online Application
The Personal History Statement and the Statement of Purpose are included in the application. - Academic Transcripts
UC Davis requires academic records from each college-level institution you have attended, including transcripts from study abroad programs and community college courses. You will be instructed to upload copies of your transcripts after you have submitted your online application. - Letters of Recommendation
Three letters are required to complete the application. Letters must be submitted electronically by the recommender via the online application system. - Examination Scores
Official TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for applicants from countries whose official language is not English. Scores must be less than two years old, submitted electronically through the testing service. Use the following codes when submitting: UC Davis Institution Code: 4834 and Department Code: 30.
GRE scores are not required.
All application materials should be submitted online. Please do not send paper copies of letters of recommendation, transcripts, statement of purpose, or personal history statement.
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