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Education is life-changing. Our innovative financial aid programs make a world class education a reality for thousands of Berkeley students every year. This includes more than $1 billion awarded in financial aid annually. We take pride in knowing that 38% of students pay nothing out of pocket for tuition due to grants and scholarships and that around two-thirds of students receive some form of financial aid. Funding your future is possible.

Did you know?

• Berkeley students receive over $15 million in outside scholarships annually.
• 62% of Berkeley students receive some form of financial aid and scholarships.
• The average loan debt for undergraduates is approximately $18,486.
• Average gift aid given to 19,661 undergraduate students is $23,676.

Estimated personal expenses for the 20224-25 academic year

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• Undergraduate cost of attendance
• Financial aid programs
• Apply for financial aid
• UC tuition stability plan