Everything you need to know about transferring to UC Berkeley - from requirements and deadlines to competitive majors and insider strategies.
24%
Transfer Accept Rate
3.78
Median Admit GPA
80%+
From CA Community Colleges
Nov 30
Application Deadline
At a Glance
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 3.6–3.9
What You Need
Berkeley evaluates transfer applicants holistically. Here's what you need to be competitive.
Minimum eligibility requirements for transfer consideration:
Berkeley places heavy emphasis on completing prerequisites for your intended major:
Same UC application as all UC campuses, with important nuances:
IGETC completion is recommended but not required for all colleges:
Know the Landscape
Acceptance rates vary by major. Understanding the competitive landscape is key to a smart application strategy.
Haas School of Business
One of the most competitive transfer programs in the country. Separate supplemental application required.
Very Low
Accept Rate
3.8+
Competitive GPA
College of Computing & Data Science
Extremely popular major with intense competition. Strong math and CS prerequisites required.
Low
Accept Rate
3.8+
Competitive GPA
College of Engineering
The BS in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science is among the most selective transfer programs at any public university.
Very Low
Accept Rate
3.9+
Competitive GPA
College of Letters & Science
Popular among transfer students. Requires strong quantitative preparation.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.6+
Competitive GPA
College of Letters & Science
High demand relative to available spots. Research experience strengthens applications.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.6+
Competitive GPA
College of Letters & Science
Competitive humanities major. Strong writing and analytical skills are valued.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.5+
Competitive GPA
Key Dates
Missing a deadline can cost you an entire year. Here are the dates that matter.
August 1
Begin working on your UC application. Draft PIQs and gather course information.
October 1 – November 30
Submit your UC application. Aim for early-to-mid November to avoid last-minute issues.
January 31
Report final fall grades and planned spring coursework. Critical for admissions decisions.
Late April
Berkeley typically releases transfer decisions in late April. SIR deadline follows in June.
Pacific + Berkeley
Our team provides expert guidance tailored specifically to UC Berkeley transfer admissions.
Berkeley has multiple colleges (L&S, Engineering, Haas, Chemistry, etc.) each with different requirements. We ensure you're targeting the right one and meeting its specific criteria.
We build your semester-by-semester plan using ASSIST.org articulation agreements specific to your community college and Berkeley major.
For Haas applicants, we provide dedicated support on the supplemental essays, resume, and leadership narrative that set this application apart.
We guide you through multiple drafts to create Personal Insight Questions that demonstrate your readiness for Berkeley's rigorous academic environment.
We ensure your coursework satisfies Berkeley's required 7-course pattern while also completing major prerequisites efficiently.
TAU preparation, spring coursework monitoring, and waitlist/appeal strategies if needed.