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UC Berkeley seeks applications from students from all over the world to be a part of our unique community. We know that choosing your college is a huge decision, so we want to make sure you’re prepared for the application process. Berkeley seeks authentic and innovative scholars.
Learn more about Berkeley and the admissions process by reviewing our publications. View our requirements and admissions process for first-year or transfer admissions. Around 65% of students qualify for financial aid. Learn about the types of aid that may be available.
Admission to UC Berkeley is a two-step process: satisfying requirements and selection. All achievement—both academic and nonacademic/personal—is considered in the context of your educational circumstances, with an emphasis on the opportunities or challenges presented to you and your response to them.
Students who apply to Berkeley should meet the following minimum requirements: Meet the A-G subject course requirements. (Review the A-G Policy Resource Guide) Have a 3.0 GPA in A-G courses taken in the 10th and 11th grade years. (3.4 GPA for non-residents) *These minimum requirements follow the University of California (UC) minimum requirements.
The Undergraduate Admissions Update form is available to students on the MAP@Berkeley portal page. PLEASE NOTE: If you are admitted before March 30, 2023, you may not be able to submit your updates
Applications for admission are available beginning in October of the year prior to the year in which you would enter Berkeley. The application filing period is October 1 – December 2. All applications must be submitted by November 30.
UC Berkeley acceptance rate 2023. The UC Berkeley acceptance rate for the class of 2027 is 11.6%. Of the 125,910 freshman applicants who applied for fall 2023 admissions, only 14,566 students were admitted.
