University
Berkeley, California, United States
Source: University of California, Berkeley Common Data Set 2025-2026 · Retrieved 2026-09-01
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Botany/Plant Biology
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Celtic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Chemical Engineering
Engineering
Chemistry
Physical Sciences
Civil Engineering
Engineering
Classical and Ancient Studies
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Cognitive Science
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Communication and Media Studies
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Dance
Visual and Performing Arts
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Visual and Performing Arts
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Economics
Social Sciences
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering
Engineering Science
Engineering
Engineering, Other
Engineering
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters
Environmental Design
Architecture and Related Services
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Engineering
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources and Conservation
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Visual and Performing Arts
Fine and Studio Arts
Visual and Performing Arts
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Forestry
Natural Resources and Conservation
Geography and Cartography
Social Sciences
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Physical Sciences
Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
History
History
International/Globalization Studies
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Landscape Architecture
Architecture and Related Services
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering
Materials Sciences
Physical Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematics and Statistics
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Music
Visual and Performing Arts
Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
Natural Resources and Conservation
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Natural Resources and Conservation
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
Nuclear Engineering
Engineering
Nutrition Sciences
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Operations Research
Engineering
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences, General
Physical Sciences
Physics
Physical Sciences
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Political Science and Government
Social Sciences
Psychology, General
Psychology
Public Health
Health Professions and Related Programs
Religion/Religious Studies
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Research and Experimental Psychology
Psychology
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
English Language and Literature/Letters
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Social Sciences, Other
Social Sciences
Social Work
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Sociology
Social Sciences
Statistics
Mathematics and Statistics
Urban Studies/Affairs
Social Sciences
Financial aid · 2025–2026
2026-03-02 — Priority deadline ("Apply for financial aid by March 2") to complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application. Filing opens October 1, 2025.
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/Optional · First-year applicants
Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this interest inside and/or outside of the classroom.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
What have you done to make your school or your community a better place?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes or contributed to group efforts over time.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this interest inside and/or outside of the classroom.
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
What have you done to make your school or your community a better place?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlOptional · First-year applicants
Beyond what has already been shared in your application, what do you believe makes you a strong candidate for admissions to the University of California?
Limit: 350 words — Personal Insight Question. First-year applicants respond to any 4 of the 8 questions; each response is a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlSupplemental essays · Not required
No supplemental essays are required for this university.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-to-uc/English proficiency · Required
English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS and other accepted exams) applies to applicants whose first language is not English; the UC application links a dedicated English language proficiency requirement page. Current-cycle source reviewed 2026-09-02.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/CSS Profile · Not required
UC Berkeley uses the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application for financial aid; the CSS Profile is not part of the aid application. Current-cycle source reviewed 2026-09-02.
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/FAFSA · Required
Complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application to be considered for federal, state, UC, and Berkeley-specific aid; priority deadline March 2 (filing opens October 1, 2025). UC Berkeley's federal school code is 001312. Current-cycle source reviewed 2026-09-02.
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/Application fee · Required
Value: 80
"The application fee is $80 for each UC campus ($95 for international and non-immigrant applicants)."
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/apply-to-berkeley/Fee waiver · Optional
Fee waivers are available for eligible students based on financial need, permanent residency status, AB540 eligibility, or U.S. citizenship with qualifying income guidelines.
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/apply-to-berkeley/Supplemental essays · Required
Value: 4
UC Personal Insight Questions: applicants must respond to any 4 of the 8 questions, each a maximum of 350 words.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlEnglish proficiency · Required
English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS and other accepted exams) applies to applicants whose first language is not English; the UC application links a dedicated English language proficiency requirement page.
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/CSS Profile · Not required
UC Berkeley uses the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application for financial aid; the CSS Profile is not part of the aid application.
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/FAFSA · Required
Complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application to be considered for federal, state, UC, and Berkeley-specific aid; priority deadline March 2 (filing opens October 1, 2025). UC Berkeley's federal school code is 001312.
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/Official source · supports majors
Retrieved 2026-09-02 — Official undergraduate programs list; retrieved 2026-09-02
Official source · supports application_platforms
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/apply-to-berkeley/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports testing_policy
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/application-faqs/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports deadlines
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/apply-to-berkeley/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports deadlines
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports requirements
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/apply-to-berkeley/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports requirements
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlRetrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports requirements
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports requirements
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/cost/apply-for-financial-aid/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports essay_prompts
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-first-year/personal-insight-questions.htmlRetrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports description
https://www.berkeley.edu/about/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports admissions_url
https://admissions.berkeley.edu/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source · supports financial_aid_url
https://financialaid.berkeley.edu/Retrieved 2026-07-21
Official source
https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?110635Retrieved 2026-06-10
