🎓 University of California, Berkeley – Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admission Requirements (Bachelor’s Degree)

✅ Academic Requirements

• Completion of secondary/high school education equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma.
• Must have completed the University of California “A–G” subject requirements, which include:
  1. History/Social Science – 2 years
  2. English – 4 years
  3. Mathematics – 3 years (4 years recommended)
  4. Laboratory Science – 2 years (3 years recommended)
  5. Language other than English – 2 years (3 years recommended)
  6. Visual and Performing Arts – 1 year
  7. College-preparatory elective – 1 year
• Minimum GPA requirement:
  • California residents: 3.0 GPA (unweighted) in A–G subjects.
  • Non-residents and international students: 3.4 GPA (unweighted) minimum.

Note: UC Berkeley is test-free, meaning SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission.

International Students

International applicants must show:

• Proof of completion of secondary education that qualifies for university entry in their country (e.g., WAEC, GCE A-Level, IB Diploma, etc.).
• Academic transcripts translated into English if not originally issued in English.
• Proof of English language proficiency (see below).

English Language Proficiency

If English is not your native language or if your previous education was not taught in English, you must provide one of the following:

Test	Minimum Score Required
TOEFL iBT	80 overall (preferred 100+)
IELTS Academic	6.5 overall (preferred 7.0+)
Duolingo English Test	115 minimum (for some programs)
Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency	Acceptable equivalent scores

Exemption: Students who completed 3+ years of high school in an English-speaking country are usually exempt from this requirement.

Application Documents

• Completed UC Application Form
• Official high school transcripts
• Personal Insight Questions (essay responses)
• Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
• Application fee ($-for international students) or a fee waiver (if eligible)

Postgraduate (Master’s) Admission Requirements

Each UC Berkeley graduate program may have specific entry requirements, but the general admission criteria are:

✅ Academic Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.
• A strong academic record (minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated preparation for advanced study in the chosen field (through coursework, research, or professional experience).

Required Documents

1. Online application form (submitted through the UC Berkeley Graduate Division website).
2. Official academic transcripts from all previous institutions.
3. Statement of Purpose – explaining your academic interests and goals.
4. Personal History Statement – focusing on background and achievements.
5. Letters of Recommendation – typically 3 required from academic or professional referees.
6. CV/Resume – detailing academic and professional experience.
7. Proof of English proficiency (if applicable).
8. GRE scores – optional for most programs (many have waived this).
9. Application fee – $155 (international applicants).

English Language Proficiency (Graduate)

For applicants whose native language is not English:

Test	Minimum Score Required
TOEFL iBT	90 overall (minimum 20 in each section)
IELTS Academic	7.0 overall
Duolingo English Test	120 minimum (accepted for select programs)

Some departments may set higher minimums, especially in law, business, or education programs.