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University of California-Berkeley Applications & Admissions Information

Planning to Apply?

Achieving admission to University of California-Berkeley requires a standout application — review the admission guidelines below and make sure your submission distinguishes itself.

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Things to Know Before Applying

Application Undergraduate Fee $80
Online Application Website admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply-now.html

Academic Factors in Admission

GPA Required
Secondary School Rank Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Record Required
Recommendations Considered but not required
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.) Neither required nor recommended
College-Preparatory Program Considered but not required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended

What Credits Are Accepted

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted? Implied no
Dual-Credit Classes Yes
Life Experience Credits Implied no

How to Find the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website admissions.berkeley.edu/
Admissions Office Address 200 California Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720
Admissions Department Phone (510) 642-6000

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