The Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship is the University of California’s most historic scholarship program which recognizes the academic merits of undergraduates.
Each year over 3,000 students receive a Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship, funded from one or more of our nearly 900 university and private philanthropy funds. There is no application process other than applying for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application. If you are looking to positively impact the next generation of students and help support their future, you can do so by giving today.??
Eligibility Criteria
New and continuing students who meet the criteria set by the Academic Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Honors and Financial Aid are awarded on the basis of both academic merit and financial need.
- California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from high school with a 4.1 grade point average (GPA) or better
- California residents and AB 540 eligible students entering from a community college entering students with a 3.5 GPA or better
- Continuing students are awarded with a 3.5 GPA or better
The amount of the scholarship award is based on your level of financial need. Students with financial need and a GPA below the 3.5 threshold are awarded a University Grant.
Offered Benefits
Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship award $6,000
Application Process
California Residents Not Yet Admitted to Berkeley
- Complete and submit the University of California Application for Freshman or Transfer Admission and Scholarships by the deadline. Because some scholarships are awarded to students who meet specific criteria established by donor, cite your characteristics, such as ancestry and professional interests, in the "Scholarships" section.
- Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
Continuing Berkeley Students
- Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
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