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How to transfer to Berkeley Haas

Everything you need to know about transferring to UC Berkeley Haas School of Business - from requirements and deadlines to competitive majors and insider strategies.

6%

Transfer Accept Rate

3.85

Median Admit GPA

80%+

From CA Community Colleges

Nov 30 + Supplemental

Application Deadline

Berkeley Haas transfer quick facts

Location

Berkeley, California

Semester System

Fall Only

No spring or winter transfer admits

Minimum Units

60 semester / 90 quarter

Junior-level standing required

Minimum GPA

3.0 (CA residents)

Competitive admits average 3.8–4.0

Berkeley Haas transfer requirements

Berkeley Haas evaluates transfer applicants holistically. Here's what you need to be competitive.

Academic Requirements

Haas is one of the most selective undergraduate business programs in the country:

  • All UC Berkeley general transfer requirements apply (60 units, 3.0 minimum GPA)
  • Competitive admits average 3.85+ GPA
  • Haas accepts roughly 250–300 transfer students per year from thousands of applicants
  • Must apply directly to Haas on the UC application - you cannot transfer into Haas after enrolling at Berkeley
  • Strong quantitative foundation is essential

Haas Prerequisites

Haas has specific prerequisite courses that must be completed or in progress:

  • Two semesters of calculus (or equivalent)
  • Two courses in microeconomics and macroeconomics
  • Two courses in financial accounting and managerial accounting
  • Statistics course
  • English composition requirements
  • Check ASSIST.org for exact CC-to-Haas articulation - course equivalencies vary by CC

UC Application + Haas Supplemental

Haas requires additional materials beyond the standard UC application:

  • Standard UC application with PIQs submitted October 1 – November 30
  • Haas supplemental application with business-focused essays
  • Essays focus on leadership, teamwork, and your interest in business
  • Haas Defining Leadership Principles: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, Beyond Yourself
  • Resume detailing work experience, leadership, and extracurriculars

What Haas Values

Haas evaluates applicants holistically with emphasis on:

  • Academic excellence - especially in quantitative courses
  • Leadership experience - quality matters more than quantity
  • Clear articulation of why business and why Haas specifically
  • Alignment with Haas's four Defining Leadership Principles
  • Diverse perspectives and experiences - Haas values non-traditional paths including CC students

Competitive transfer majors at Berkeley Haas

Acceptance rates vary by major. Understanding the competitive landscape is key to a smart application strategy.

Haas School of Business

Business Administration

The sole undergraduate major at Haas. One of the most prestigious and competitive business programs for transfers nationwide.

Very Low

Accept Rate

3.85+

Competitive GPA

Very High Competition

Haas School of Business

Global Management Program

Selective program within Haas focused on international business. Additional application required.

Very Low

Accept Rate

3.85+

Competitive GPA

Very High Competition

Berkeley Haas transfer timeline

Missing a deadline can cost you an entire year. Here are the dates that matter.

1

August 1

UC Application Opens

Begin working on your UC application and Haas supplemental materials.

2

October 1 – November 30

UC Application Submission

Submit your UC application with Berkeley and Haas selected.

3

January

Haas Supplemental Application

Complete the Haas-specific supplemental application including essays and resume. Check Haas website for exact deadline.

4

January 31

TAU Deadline

Submit Transfer Academic Update with fall grades and spring plans.

5

Late April

Admission Decisions

Haas releases transfer decisions alongside general Berkeley decisions.

How we help you get into Berkeley Haas

Our team provides expert guidance tailored specifically to UC Berkeley Haas School of Business transfer admissions.

Haas Essay Strategy

The Haas supplemental essays are where admits differentiate themselves. We work through multiple drafts focusing on the four Defining Leadership Principles.

Prerequisite Planning

We build a course plan ensuring all Haas prerequisites are completed on time, using ASSIST.org articulation specific to your CC.

Leadership Narrative

Haas values leadership deeply. We help you identify, frame, and articulate your leadership experiences in a way that resonates.

Resume Development

The Haas resume is different from a job resume. We help you format and frame your experiences for a business school audience.

Quantitative Positioning

Strong performance in calculus, accounting, economics, and statistics is non-negotiable. We help you plan the right sequence.

Realistic Assessment

Haas accepts ~6% of transfer applicants. We give you an honest read on your competitiveness and ensure you have strong backups like UCLA Business Econ or USC Marshall.

Let's get you into Berkeley Haas

Whether you're just starting at a community college or approaching application season, our team can help you build the strongest possible Berkeley Haas transfer application.

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