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University of California-Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
•WestStudent Rating
3.5★
Acceptance Rate
12%
Total Enrollment
33,073
Reviews
0
Key Metrics
University of California-Berkeley is a large public university located in urban Berkeley, CA.
Tuition & Costs
In-State Tuition
$14,850/year
Out-of-State Tuition
$45,627/year
Financial Aid Recipients
65%
Average Aid Amount
$15,000
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
12%
Enrollment
Total Enrollment
33,073
Undergraduate
28,112
Graduate
4,961
Student Outcomes
Graduation Rate
93%
Average Starting Salary
$92,446
For recent graduates
Rankings
3.5★
Student Rating
Campus Characteristics
Public UniversityLarge CampusHighly SelectiveSelectiveResearch University
Popular Programs
ResearchSTEMGraduate StudiesBusinessEngineering
Recognized Rankings
#15
US News
Best National Universities 2026
#5
Forbes
America's Top Colleges 2026
#7
WSJ
Best Colleges 2026
#48
Niche
Best Colleges in America 2026
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Campus Environment
Size:large
Setting:urban
Academic Intensity:4/5
Social Scene:4/5
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