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University of California-Berkeley: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of California-Berkeley admits about 11% of applicants.

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Acceptance rate 11%
SAT range Not reported
Net price $14,538
Graduation rate 93.7%

University of California-Berkeley At a Glance

LocationBerkeley, California
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment33,068
Acceptance Rate11%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)Not reported
SAT Range (Math)Not reported
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)Not reported
Average SAT (Combined)Not reported
ACT RangeNot reported
Average Net Price$14,538/yr
Tuition (In-State)$17,198/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$54,800/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate93.7%
Full-Time Retention Rate96.8%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$100,212
Median Debt at Completion$12,416

How University of California-Berkeley Compares

University of California-Berkeley is more selective than about 97% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 33,068 students, it is larger than about 88% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of California-Berkeley's acceptance rate?

University of California-Berkeley's acceptance rate is about 11%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of California-Berkeley?

SAT score data for University of California-Berkeley is not currently reported by the College Scorecard.

Does University of California-Berkeley require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of California-Berkeley's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of California-Berkeley?

The average net price reported for University of California-Berkeley is $14,538 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of California-Berkeley's official site.