UC Berkeley Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 10.98%. Very selective, indicating a competitive admission process.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $15,377
- Out-of-State Tuition: $47,265
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UC Berkeley:
- Total Enrollment: 45,882, including 1,793 online students
- 33,070 Undergraduate, 12,812 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46.1% men, 53.9% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 93%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 97%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 321 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 209 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UC Berkeley Overview
University of California-Berkeley (UC Berkeley) is a four-year, public school located in Berkeley, CA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UC Berkeley's tuition & fees is $15,377 for California residents and $47,265 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 60% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $25,091.
The school has a total enrollment of 45,882 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
UC Berkeley's acceptance rate is 10.98% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 45.99%.
UC Berkeley ranked 36th in National Universities and 10th in California Colleges rankings. University of California-Berkeley is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of California-Berkeley is $15,377 for in-state students and $47,265 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $15,866 for in-state students and $30,968 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,923 for California residents and $48,962 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $16,495 for California residents and $31,585 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,377 | $47,265 |
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| Graduate | $15,866 | $30,968 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,923 | $48,962 |
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| Graduate | $16,495 | $31,585 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of California-Berkeley offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UC Berkeley
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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