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Program, General studies. Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, California, United States.
University Preparation Program (UPP) is a program program in general studies at Sonoma State University, a public institution in Rohnert Park, California, United States, founded in 1961.
First-year tuition is listed at 8,580 USD and the application fee at 125 USD. The earliest intake currently open is Aug 2027.
Plan for about 20,705 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Costs differ sharply between public and private schools and between states. The I-20 states the school's estimate of tuition and living costs, and your funds evidence should match it. Read the school's cost page and the official student visa pages for the fees that apply.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 8,580 USD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 12,000 USD |
| Application fee (one time) | 125 USD |
| Estimated first-year total | 20,705 USD |
Working back from a Aug 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Fall (August or September) is the main intake and Spring (January) is the second. Graduate deadlines are often several months earlier than the start date.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| October 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| December 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| February 2027 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| April 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| July 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Sonoma State University sets the exact entry requirements for University Preparation Program (UPP). For a program, applicants usually need the following.
Most schools accept TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo and set their own minimums. Graduate programmes may also ask for GRE or GMAT scores, though many programmes have made these optional.
Students from India need a F-1 student visa to study in United States. U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) decides the application.
An F-1 visa is for full-time academic study at a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. The school issues a Form I-20 and the visa itself is decided at a consular interview, so a consistent study plan and clear finances matter more than the paperwork volume.
Students may be eligible for optional practical training in their field of study, with an extension for certain STEM degrees. Conditions apply, so read the official rules and speak to your school's designated school official.
First-year tuition is listed at 8,580 USD. Living costs are extra; Sonoma State University estimates 12,000 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 125 USD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is Aug 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a program. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
You need a F-1 student visa, decided by U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Sonoma State University, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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