QS Rank:

University of California Berkeley

California

United States

Overview

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Ranking

US World and News Report

#12

QS World University Rankings

Class Profile

Admission Policy

Competitive

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include MPP, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Humanities, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
90
IELTS
7

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 155

Transcript

Master SOP
Personal Statement
General LOR
Resume
Research Papers/Publications
Degree Certificate
Portfolio

Application Deadlines

	Final
Fall	Dec 1, 2025

Fees and Funding

Application fee for international applicants is $155 USD (non-refundable). Incoming PhD students are generally awarded five years of funding covering fees and non-resident tuition, student health insurance, and a living stipend, but specific tuition amounts for unfunded students are not provided in the sources reviewed.