About
About University of California-Berkeley
University of California-Berkeley is a public research university in Berkeley, CA, known for its stem and social sciences, large public institution, and california flagship. With an acceptance rate of 11%, Cal is highly selective, typically enrolling around 6,728 students each year. Cal is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Cal meets 100% of demonstrated financial need and has replaced loans with grants; for families earning under $100,000, the net cost is often $0.
Admissions
University of California-Berkeley acceptance rate and admitted student profile
highly selective
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Application Strategy
Strategy tips for applying to University of California-Berkeley
Financial Aid & Cost
What University of California-Berkeley actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30kOften $0 | ~$71k/yr | ~$0 / yr |
| 30k-48kOften $0 | ~$71k/yr | ~$0 / yr |
| 48k-75kOften $0 | ~$71k/yr | ~$0 / yr |
| 75k-110k | ~$71k/yr | $15.1k |
| 110k+ | ~$71k/yr | $34.5k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity