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UC Berkeley, a premier public university, is test-free (test-blind) and does not consider SAT/ACT scores for admission. Applications are processed through the UC Application system by November 30.
The University of California undergraduate admission application filing window is officially open through November 30, 2026, for fall 2027 applicants across all nine undergraduate campuses, including UC Berkeley and UCLA.
The U.S. Department of Education officially opened the 2027–28 FAFSA form to the general public on September 23, marking the earliest release in program history and enabling applicants to submit federal aid documents well before November 1 early application deadlines.
The University of California Board of Regents reported that core revenue growth is failing to keep pace with operational expenses, raising concerns over funding sustainability as California resident enrollment expansion agreements enter their final year.
A new multi-state study examines how universities are institutionalizing emergency retention grants of $500 to $1,000 to prevent sudden living expense shocks from derailing college degree completion.
A national poll of college-bound high school seniors by the Art & Science Group shows 34% ruled out colleges solely based on state politics—up from 28% in 2024—with nearly three-fourths eliminating institutions at the initial search phase.
Comprehensive deadline breakdown for UC Berkeley first-year applicants for fall 2027 enrollment, highlighting the strict single application filing period ending November 30 and late March decision notifications.
Several major public university systems reported steep declines in international student enrollments for fall 2026 amid heightened federal visa scrutiny and regulatory instability.
The University of Michigan placed No. 25 overall and No. 3 among public universities in the 2027 U.S. News rankings, as faculty and enrollment officers analyze how the newly implemented post-graduation earnings metric impacts large state flagships.
The University of Notre Dame maintained its position at No. 20 in the 2027 U.S. News National Universities rankings, tied with UC Berkeley and UCLA, propelled by an industry-leading 97% first-year retention rate and top undergraduate business rankings.
UCLA reclaimed the title of the nation’s top public university in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report rankings, sharing the No. 1 public mantle with UC Berkeley while tying for 20th overall nationally alongside Notre Dame.
UC Berkeley and UCLA shared the No. 1 ranking among public universities (tied at No. 20 overall nationally) in the 2027 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings, sustaining the UC system's unbroken streak atop the public university category since 1999.
Full enrollment and extensive waitlists in introductory non-credit math courses across University of California campuses have reignited debate over the elimination of standardized testing in admissions.
Admissions data shows UC Berkeley and peer UC campuses sharply increased international acceptance offers to buffer against visa hurdles and delayed state compact funding.
The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal challenge against state-level in-state tuition eligibility for undocumented students to 25 jurisdictions, escalating institutional pricing and residency classification scrutiny across public universities.
DOJ and the Education Department found UC Berkeley Law violated Title VI in admissions. Berkeley's dean disputes it. What it means for applicants. The post DOJ And Education Department Find UC Berkeley Law Violated Title VI In Admissions appeared first on The College Investor.
Growing up in Cairo, incoming first-year student Malak Tawfik pursued a sport not often encouraged for girls — an ambition that has brought her to Berkeley. The post At 16, she competed in the Olympics. Now she’s diving for UC Berkeley. appeared first on Berkeley News.
Public records requests to 24 universities found none with a policy governing AI in admissions, matching what The College Investor found this year.
Public records requests to 24 universities found none with a policy governing AI in admissions, matching what The College Investor found this year.
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More than 9,400 of the newly admitted class of first-year students are from California, representing 48 of the state's 58 counties. The post UC Berkeley offers nearly 19,000 students admission to fall 2026 class appeared first on Berkeley News.
UC Berkeley offered admission to nearly 19,000 students for fall 2026. More than 9,400 of the newly admitted first-year students are from California, representing 48 of the state's 58 counties.
UC Berkeley offered admission to nearly 19,000 students for fall 2026. More than 9,400 admitted first-year students are from California. The acceptance rate for the Class of 2030 is approximately 10.5%, with 13,982 first-year offers from over 133,000 applications, making it the most selective UC
UC Berkeley offered admission to about 19,000 undergraduates for fall 2026, posting a 10.5% first-year acceptance rate -- the lowest of any UC campus, just under UCLA's 10.8%. More than 9,400 admitted first-year students are from California. This follows a record number of applicants.
UC Berkeley offered admission to about 19,000 undergraduates for fall 2026, posting the lowest first-year acceptance rate of any UC campus at 10.5%, just under UCLA's 10.8%. More than 9,400 admitted first-year students are from California.
UC Berkeley offered admission to about 19,000 undergraduates for fall 2026, posting a 10.5% first-year acceptance rate, the lowest of any UC campus. Over 9,400 admitted first-years are from California.
UC Berkeley accepted 10.5% of first-year applicants for fall 2026, just under UCLA's 10.8%, after a record number of applicants sought entry. Approximately 19,000 undergraduates were offered admission.
UC Berkeley offered admission to about 19,000 undergraduates, posting the lowest first-year acceptance rate of any UC campus at 10.5%, just under UCLA's 10.8%. More than 9,400 admits are from California.
UC Berkeley offered admission to about 19,000 undergraduates, posting the lowest first-year acceptance rate of any UC campus at 10.5%, just under UCLA's 10.8%. More than 9,400 admitted first-years are from California.
UC Berkeley offered admission to about 19,000 undergraduates for fall 2026, posting the lowest first-year acceptance rate of any UC campus at 10.5%, just under UCLA's 10.8%.
More than 159,000 students sought a seat in the fall 2026 first-year or transfer class at UC Berkeley. First-year applications increased by 5% compared to fall 2025, while transfer applications jumped to a record high of 12%.
UC Berkeley received more than 159,000 applications for fall 2026. First-year applications increased 5% and transfer applications jumped to a record 12% increase. The acceptance rate is approximately 11.6%, continuing its rise as one of the most selective public universities.
UC Berkeley's acceptance rate is 11.6%, making it one of the more accessible Top 15 schools but still highly competitive among public universities.
UC Berkeley's overall acceptance rate for the Class of 2029 was 11.43%, a slight increase from 10.98% for the Class of 2028. Applications rose from 124,242 to 126,843 while admitted students increased to 14,502.
UC Berkeley released Class of 2030 regular decision results March 26, 2026. Overall acceptance rate approximately 11%, continuing multi-year trend of becoming more selective as a top public university.