Undergraduate academic requirements
- Non-resident or non-California high school graduates with A-G GPA of 3.0 or greater will qualify without needing additional Campus Admission Category values (i.e., 3.0 GPA X 800 = 2,400 points).
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What California State University, East Bay says about their program:
The Chemistry, B.S. degree is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Chemistry majors receive extensive instruction in predicting chemical reactivity. Building on an understanding of mathematics and physics, chemistry majors receive a background in the major disciplines of chemistry including inorganic, analytical, organic, physical, and biochemistry. Students learn the protocols and techniques for working safely with chemicals. The department recognizes the importance of the pursuit of new knowledge in the development of skilled scientists and productive members of society, and encourages its students to participate in research projects and cooperative educational opportunities. The Bachelor of Science degree, major in Chemistry with a Bioanalytical and Forensics concentration, is designed to prepare students for careers as bioanalytical or forensic chemists.

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Undergraduate TOEFL or IELTS can be waived for applicants who meet English proficiency by coursework as follows:
English composition, speech, critical thinking, and mathematics.
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You must demonstrate your English language ability by submitting a TOEFL or IELTS score that meets our minimum requirement OR hold a US bachelor's or master's degree. Some applicants may be exempt from this requirement.
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A full non-resident tuition fee waiver worth over $14,000 per year, awarded to incoming undergraduate international (F-1 visa) students. Open to first-time freshmen (minimum 3.3 GPA) and junior-level community college transfer students (minimum 3.5 GPA) who demonstrate financial need. Renewable for up to four years provided the recipient maintains the required GPA and enrolls in at least 15 units per semester. This scholarship is explicitly designed for non-resident international undergraduates, waiving the higher non-resident tuition they would otherwise pay.
A non-renewable award of $2,800 or more for one academic year (fall and spring), available to undergraduate international (F-1 visa) freshmen, transfer students, and continuing students. Requires a minimum 3.3 GPA, fewer than 75 completed semester units, demonstrated financial need, and enrollment in at least 15 units per semester. Students may reapply annually if they remain eligible. Eligibility is limited to F-1 visa holders, making this an international-student-specific award for undergraduates.
A one-time $1,000 award (up to three given annually) for international students, including undergraduates, who hold F-1 visa status and are continuing their degree studies full-time at a Study California member institution such as Cal State East Bay. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership, and financial need, with a minimum 3.0 GPA required. The award covers educational expenses like tuition, fees, books, and supplies. Because eligibility requires F-1 visa status, this scholarship is specifically open to international undergraduate students.
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US$18,605 per year
from US$17,555 to $32,780 per year

| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,695 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,856 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $111 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $76 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $64 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $81 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $155 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $13 |
| Gym membership | $55 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.