University of California, Berkeley

If you are thinking about applying to UC Berkeley, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is November 30 and the fee for the application costs $70.

Students who apply to UC Berkeley for fall semester should anticipate a decision by March 31.

UC Berkeley Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of UC Berkeley's admissions stats.

University of California, Berkeley Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of California, Berkeley.

Considering Applying Early to UC Berkeley?

University of California, Berkeley may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with UC Berkeley directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to University of California, Berkeley

For more information on transferring to University of California, Berkeley, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does UC Berkeley Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at UC Berkeley

Curious about the factors that are considered by UC Berkeley during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with UC Berkeley for more information on admission factors.

UC Berkeley 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to UC Berkeley, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with UC Berkeley's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

GPA and Testing

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UC Berkeley?

Students admitted to UC Berkeley have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

UC Berkeley does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

UC Berkeley is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of California, Berkeley

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is November 30. Applicants should hear back by April 30.

Transfer students can enroll in UC Berkeley during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

UC Berkeley Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to UC Berkeley?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UC Berkeley.

Does UC Berkeley accept transfer credits?

✅ UC Berkeley accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to UC Berkeley?

✅ UC Berkeley is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is UC Berkeley's acceptance rate?

✅ UC Berkeley's acceptance rate is 14%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UC Berkeley?

🟨 UC Berkeley may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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