Really listen to what your teachers have to say. For example, when I got there we heard that it is important to interact and network with people in the Bay Area.
Berkeley Global
Fast Facts
- School Size
Large
- Tuition
$15,000—$20,000 Semester
- Affiliation
Public
- Type of School
University
- Student Body Gender
Co-ed
- Religious Affiliation
No Affiliation
- Scholarships for International Students
Yes
- Conditional Admission Available
No
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Top Programs
Business, Executive and Professional, Graphics/Multimedia & Web Design
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Setting
City
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Accreditation and Certification
WASC
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Type of Housing
Residence Hall, Homestay, Apartment
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Test Scores
TOEFL: 90+, IELTS: Band 7+, DAAD: C2, ELS: Level 113
- Social Media
UC Berkeley Global Online and Study-Abroad Programs
Greetings From Berkeley!
For the past few years, UC Berkeley has been ranked the Number One global public university. We are proud of this achievement as our mission is to provide a world-class education to a global community of learners:
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24% or 10,000 of our students come from countries outside of the United States
- Students are coming from 92 different countries across the globe
We offer top-ranked academics taught by renowned faculty who inspire you to think about the world in new ways. We’re located near San Francisco and Silicon Valley—giving you unique access to the world’s epicenter for technology and innovation.
Take advantage of our Career Services opportunities, which includes partaking in a professional internship, career development and more!
Programs for University Students
Whether you choose to study for one semester or a full academic year, you'll take a variety of courses on campus to complete your undergraduate or graduate requirements and refine your English skills.
Berkeley Global Access (All Majors)
Explore a variety of courses based on your academic interests. Pick and choose from a select list of classes to fit your academic goals.
Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (Business)
Study at the top-ranked public business school in the U.S. Visit Silicon Valley companies. Become eligible for Optional Practical Training.
Berkeley Legal Studies Global Access Program (Law)
One-semester program at a top-ranked law school focusing on the fundamentals of U.S. law, entrepreneurship and legal change.
Berkeley Global Chemistry Visiting Student Program (computational chemistry or chemical biology)
One-semester or academic-year program at the #1 Chemistry program in the world. Enhance your graduate school appication or start your chemistry or STEM-related career. Research opportunities in our world-renowned laboratories are also available.
Berkeley Physics International education program
One-semester or academic-year program to take advantage of rigorous physics courses and unique research opportunities to enhance your educational experience. Course offerings include quantum mechanics, atomic physics, solid state physics, biophysics, string theory, cosmology, thermal and statistical physics, data science and more!
Visit global.berkeley.edu for additional details.
Location
Berkeley
The city of Berkeley is home to 121,000 residents. This bustling town features organic farmers’ markets, more than 350 restaurants, and numerous trails and walking tours.
San Francisco
Explore one of the world’s most visited cities. Hop on a streetcar, shop in Union Square, grab fresh seafood at Fisherman’s Wharf, take in a baseball game or wander around our many culturally diverse neighborhoods.
Silicon Valley
The innovation capital of the world, where you’ll find companies such as Google, Apple, Facebook and more.
Lake Tahoe
The perfect place to ski and snowboard, enjoy lake activities or hike in the mountains.
We’re also a short plane ride from Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
Housing
Choosing where to live depends on your interests, preferences and budget. You can choose private or shared apartments, or live with a family through a homestay. Visit extension.berkeley.edu/international/housing for full details.
Student Services
We have an entire office dedicated to support you.
Attend our new student orientation, where you will meet other students and staff, and receive your schedule and other important information. Take advantage of a wide range of services, including:
- Pre-arrival webinars
- One-site academic, health insurance and visa advising
- Housing advice and support
- Cross-cultural training
- Social activities
- Resume and interview workshops
- Internship, career and/or graduate school advising
Inside the Classroom, Exploring Our Beautiful Cities
Berkeley Global
Berkeley Global Access Programs
1995 University Avenue
Suite 200
Berkeley CA 94720
P: +1-510-642-2564
Berkeley Global Access Programs
1995 University Avenue
Suite 200
Berkeley CA 94720
P: +1-510-642-2564
Certificate/Short Term
- Accounting
- Advertising
- Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Applied Mathematics
- Applied Statistics
- Architectural Engineering
- Architecture
- Arts and Humanities
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Business
- Business Analytics
- Business English
- Business Research
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemical Physics
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering
- Engineering Mechanics
- English Language (ESL)
- Environment Development
- Environmental Studies and Sustainability
- Executive and Professional
- Finance
- General English Programs
- General Management
- Genetics
- Geological Sciences
- Graphics/Multimedia & Web Design
- Human Biology
- Human Development and Family Studies
- Human Nutrition
- Humanities-Prelaw
- International Relations
- Internships
- Journalism
- Landscape Architecture
- Law
- Liberal Arts
- Literature in English
- Marketing
- Marketing and Communications
- Marketing Research
- MBA
- Natural Science
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Project Management
- Psychology
- Public Relations
- Science
- STEM
- Technology/Computers
- TOEFL and University Preparation
- Urban and Regional Planning
English Programs
- Bridge Programs
- Business English
- English for Academic Purposes
- English Language (ESL)
- Intensive English as a Second Language
Bachelor Degree
- Business
- Business Administration
- Internships
- Marketing
2yr/Community College - 2+2 Programs
- Business
- Business Administration
- Internships
- Marketing
Masters
- Business
- Internships
- Marketing
- MBA
Summer
- Internships
Secondary/Boarding
- Summer Camps/Programs
- Summer Pre-University
- University Transfer
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