What Time Do UC Berkeley Decisions Come Out? Check the Important Dates Here

What Time Do UC Berkeley Decisions Come Out?

Admissions decisions for UC Berkeley first-years will be released on March 27. Berkeley, California, is home to the public land-grant research university known as the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley, Berkeley, Cal, or California).

Named for the Anglo-Irish philosopher George Berkeley, it was established in 1868 and was the first land-grant institution in California. It was also the first campus of the institution of the California system.

UC Berkeley, which has more than 45,000 students enrolled, is divided into 15 schools, such as the Haas School of Business, College of Letters and Science, College of Engineering, and College of Chemistry.

It is well known for its contributions to research and academic excellence.

First Year UC Berkeley Requirements

Here are the First year requirements.

1. Complete 15 A-G courses (11 of them by end of junior year)

You need to complete a minimum of 15 college-preparatory courses (A-G courses) with a letter grade of C or better. You must complete at least 11 of these courses prior to the beginning of your last year of high school.

The 15 courses are:

2. Earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better (3.4 if you're a nonresident) in these courses with no grade lower than a C.

California students

If you're a state resident graduating from a California high school who has met the minimum requirements and aren't admitted to any UC campus to which you apply, you'll be offered a spot at another campus if space is available, provided:

• You rank in the top 9 percent of California high school students, according to our updated Statewide Index, or
• You rank in the top 9 percent of your graduating class at a participating high school. We refer to this as "Eligible in the Local Context" (ELC).

Subject Requirement

A) History

• For high school history courses, students are required to complete two years of history, which must include:
• One year of world history, cultures, or historical geography (this can be a single yearlong course or two one-semester courses).
• One year of U.S. history, or an alternative option of one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of civics or American government.

B) English

Four years of college-preparatory English that include frequent writing, from brainstorming to final paper, as well as reading of classic and modern literature. No more than one year of ESL-type courses can be used to meet this requirement.

C) Mathematics

Three years of college-preparatory mathematics that include the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry; a fourth year of math is strongly recommended. A geometry course or an integrated math course with a sufficient amount of geometry content must be completed.

Approved integrated math courses may be used to fulfill part or all of this requirement, as may math courses taken in the seventh and eighth grades if the high school accepts them as equivalent to its own courses.

D) Science

Two years of college-preparatory science, including or integrating topics that provide fundamental knowledge in two of these three subjects: biology, chemistry, or physics. One year of approved interdisciplinary or earth and space sciences coursework can meet one year of the requirement. A third year of science is recommended. Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Science courses can be used in area D as an additional science (i.e., third year and beyond).

E) Language other than English

Two years, or equivalent to the 2nd level of high school instruction, of the same language other than English are required. Courses should emphasize speaking and understanding, and include instruction in grammar, vocabulary, reading, composition and culture.

American Sign Language and classical languages, such as Latin and Greek, are acceptable, as are Native American languages. Courses taken in the seventh and eighth grades may be used to fulfill part or all of this requirement if the high school accepts them as equivalent to its own courses.

F) Visual and performing arts

One yearlong course of visual and performing arts chosen from the following disciplines: dance, music, theater, visual arts or interdisciplinary arts — or two one-semester courses from the same discipline is also acceptable.

G) College-preparatory elective

One year (two semesters) chosen from courses specific to the elective (G) subject area or courses beyond those used to satisfy the requirements of the A-F subjects.

Admission by Exception

Students who do not entirely fulfill the A-G course requirements or the minimal GPA standards can still be considered for admission under UC Admission by Exception. This is applicable to kids who have particular situations, such being homeschooled without transcripts or dealing with personal issues that have impacted their academic achievement.

Through this method, each UC campus is free to admit a limited number of students. Candidates can highlight their individual story and highlight their potential for success at UC by using the additional remarks section or the personal insight questions on their admissions application.

UC Berkeley Selection Process for First Year

• Admission to UC Berkeley is highly competitive, and simply meeting the minimum requirements is often not enough for selection. The university conducts a holistic review of applicants, primarily assessing:
• UC GPA (weighted and unweighted), calculated from 10th and 11th grade UC-approved courses
• Planned 12th-grade courses
• Grade patterns over time
• Number of rigorous courses completed, including college preparatory, AP, IB, honors, and transferable college courses
• Achievement in these courses compared to other UC applicants from the same school
• Scores on AP, IB, or SAT subject exams (optional but can add value)

Berkeley is a test-free school, meaning SAT and ACT scores are not considered in the admission process. However, subject exams are optional and may still strengthen an application.