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UC
FEATURED COLLEGE
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA · West Coast
STEM powerhouse
A benchmark for public universities, its computer science and engineering programs rival MIT and Stanford, characterized by a rigorous but free intellectual environment.
National rank
#17
Acceptance rate
11.6%
SAT middle range
1350 – 1540
TOEFL minimum
100+
Tuition (yr)
$48,465
Undergraduates
32,800
International students
9%
Type
Public
Application requirements (2026-27 cycle)
Test-BlindEarly round
No early round
Regular Decision (RD)
11/30
Supplemental essays
UC PIQs: choose 4 of 8 prompts, 350 words each
⚠ The UC system does not consider SAT/ACT at all
ⓘ Applies via the UC application system, not Common App
Deadlines reflect recent typical dates and can shift slightly each year — always confirm on the school's official site before submitting.
Strong majors
Computer ScienceElectrical EngineeringEconomicsData ScienceChemistry