University of California-Berkeley
Founded in 1868, the University of California at Berkeley is the flagship of the University of California system of higher education, with a campus overlooking the San Francisco Bay. UC Berkeley is known for its academic excellence, student activism, and public service. Offering 289 degree programs across 14 colleges and schools, the university also maintains a wide variety of resources, including the Regional Oral History Office, Hearst Museum of Anthropology, Environmental Design Archives, an Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive, and much more.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | November 30 | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
41%
Submitting ACT
82%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 32
Average SAT Composite: 1449
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
45,307
Total Number of Undergrads
32,479
Classroom Sizes
0
100
76%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
92%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $14,850 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $45,627 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $22,692 |
| Books and Supplies | $1273 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
85%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
27%
Average Aid Per Year
$21,669
27%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,080
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$13,191
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
21%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,238
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,387
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$129
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
1,000
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
25%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Golden Bears
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pacific-12 Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
San Francisco
Los Angeles
New York
San Diego
Orange
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$79,000
What Students Are Saying
This place is as great as the stories describe them to be.
Going to college here is an embodiment of the American dream.
Imagine every single positive aspect of the Ivy League schools and combine them with the uplifitng environment of California.
Going to college here is an embodiment of the American dream.
Imagine every single positive aspect of the Ivy League schools and combine them with the uplifitng environment of California.
Jonathan from Saint Paul, MN
The environment is incredibly welcoming and you'll always find a place to fit in. It's definitely challenging, but incredibly rewarding. Personally, I adore it.
Whitney from Berkeley, CA
Cal is such an an amazing home to thousands of brilliant, dedicated, imaginative individuals. Life in Berkeley has been none other than fantastic. Berkley brings out the best in me, academically, socially, and personally.
Madison from San Pedro, CA
UC Berkeley is big, and the number of people can be overwhelming, but there's something for everyone here. The location is great-- downtown Berkeley is just a short walk away, and San Francisco is accessible by bus. Although the classes can be difficult, there's plenty of support readily available, and you really do learn a lot.
M from NorCal
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