University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Berkeley admitted 11% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 125,130 applications received in 2023, 14,220 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of California, Berkeley, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 11/30 and the fee for the application is $70.

Students who submit their applications to University of California, Berkeley for the fall semester should hear back from University of California, Berkeley by March 31.

University of California, Berkeley Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of California, Berkeley's admissions stats.

University of California, Berkeley Application Deadlines

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

Considering Applying Early to University of California, Berkeley?

University of California, Berkeley does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit 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 University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Berkeley has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of California, Berkeley Look For in an Applicant?

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

Admissions Factors at University of California, Berkeley

Wondering what factors are considered by University of California, 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 University of California, Berkeley for more information on admission factors.

University of California, Berkeley 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

GPA and Testing

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of California, Berkeley?

Students admitted to University of California, Berkeley have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

University of California, Berkeley does not have a test optional admissions policy. 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 University of California, Berkeley during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

University of California, Berkeley Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to University of California, Berkeley?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of California, Berkeley.

Does University of California, Berkeley accept transfer credits?

✅ University of California, Berkeley accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of California, Berkeley?

✅ University of California, Berkeley is not test optional.

What is University of California, Berkeley's acceptance rate?

✅ University of California, Berkeley has an acceptance rate of 11%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of California, Berkeley?

❌ University of California, Berkeley does not offer early decision.

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