د UC Berkeley بورسونه ۲۰۲۷ | امریکا

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Criteria for UC Berkeley Scholarships

Undergraduate Scholarship Eligibility

International undergraduate students seeking Berkeley scholarships must first satisfy the university’s admission requirements.

International first-year applicants must

Complete secondary school

Earn a qualification that allows university admission in their country

Meet the University of California subject requirements

Meet Berkeley’s academic requirements

Demonstrate English proficiency where required

Submit a complete UC application

Demonstrate strong academic and personal achievement

The minimum UC GPA for non-resident first-year applicants is 3.4 in the required A–G subjects, although successful Berkeley applicants are normally considerably more competitive than the minimum requirement.

Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship Eligibility

There is no separate GPA or scholarship form.

All Berkeley applicants, including

International students

US students

First-year students

Transfer students

are automatically considered.

Selection focuses on applicants who stand out for

Academic excellence

Creativity

Leadership

Service

Strong convictions

Potential to contribute to Berkeley and their communities

Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Eligibility

Applicants must

Be citizens of an African country

Apply to an eligible Berkeley master’s programme

Demonstrate strong academic ability

Demonstrate leadership potential

Have faced significant barriers to accessing higher education

Show commitment to giving back to their community, country, or Africa

Intend to return to Africa after completing their education and permitted post-study training Applicants with dual citizenship, asylum, refugee, or permanent-resident status in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, or European Union are not eligible under the current rules. Berkeley gives additional priority, where candidates are otherwise similarly qualified, to students who:

Completed their undergraduate degree at an African university

Do not already hold a postgraduate degree

Have not previously received a Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program award

Students must first gain admission to an eligible Berkeley master’s programme before they can ultimately receive the scholarship.

Graduate Admission Requirements

Applicants to Berkeley graduate programmes generally need

A bachelor’s degree or recognised international equivalent

A satisfactory academic record

Normally a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Sufficient academic or professional preparation for the selected programme

Required English-language proficiency

Programme-specific supporting documents

Some departments impose more demanding academic requirements, prerequisite courses, portfolios, professional experience, or standardised tests.

English-Language Requirements

Undergraduate Applicants

International undergraduate students can satisfy Berkeley’s English requirement through several methods.

Current minimum examination scores include

IELTS: 6.5

Duolingo English Test: 115

TOEFL: 90 under the previous scale or 4.5 under the revised scale

Eligible AP, IB, SAT or ACT English results can also satisfy the university’s English requirement in certain cases. UC Berkeley is test-free for SAT and ACT admission purposes. SAT and ACT scores are not used in admission selection or scholarship review, although some scores may still be used for placement or subject credit after admission. You can review our guide to scholarships without IELTS, but Berkeley makes the final decision on whether an applicant meets its English proficiency requirement.

Graduate Applicants

For Fall 2027 graduate admission, Berkeley’s minimum English requirements include

TOEFL: 90 for qualifying tests taken under the previous scoring system

Revised TOEFL: 5 overall, with at least 4.5 in Speaking and Writing

IELTS: 7.0 overall, with at least 6.5 in Speaking and Writing for tests under the current requirements Departments may set higher minimum scores. Graduate applicants may qualify for a TOEFL or IELTS exemption through certain previous education completed in an eligible English-speaking academic environment.

for UC Berkeley Scholarships?

for Undergraduate Scholarships?

• Review the UC Berkeley international student requirements and confirm that your secondary-school qualification meets Berkeley’s admission requirements.

Do not convert your international grades into US grades yourself. Berkeley instructs international applicants to report their academic records using the original grading system shown by their school.

• Complete the University of California application.

The international application fee is currently US$95 per UC campus. International and non-immigrant applicants are generally not eligible for the standard UC application fee waiver available to qualifying US citizens, permanent residents, and AB540 students.

• Complete the Personal Insight Questions carefully.

Berkeley uses holistic review, considering academic and non-academic achievements in the context of the opportunities and challenges available to the applicant.

Your responses should provide specific evidence of

Intellectual curiosity

Leadership

Initiative

Community involvement

Creativity

Challenges overcome

Academic interests

Personal contribution

Avoid repeating information already obvious from your academic record.

• Submit the UC application with all required academic information.

Applicants normally self-report their academic results rather than sending transcripts with the initial application. Berkeley requests official documents later from students who are admitted.

• No separate application is required for Berkeley’s main international undergraduate scholarships.

All admitted international undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for scholarships for which they qualify, including the Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship and relevant international scholarship programmes. Applicants selected for the Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship may be invited to a faculty interview.

for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?

• Review the eligible Berkeley master’s programmes and choose a degree that matches your education, professional goals, and intended contribution to Africa.

Only eligible master’s programmes of two years or less can receive Mastercard Foundation funding.

• Apply for the selected master’s programme through the UC Berkeley Graduate Application.

The Mastercard Foundation does not replace Berkeley’s normal admission process. Applicants must first submit a competitive graduate application and be considered academically admissible by the relevant department.

• Prepare a strong graduate application.

Berkeley generally requires

Academic transcripts

Statement of Purpose

Personal History Statement

Recommendation letters

English-language evidence where required

Additional programme-specific materials

Use our guides to prepare your academic CV, statement of purpose, and scholarship recommendation letters.

• Clearly demonstrate your connection to the objectives of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.

Your application should provide evidence of

Academic excellence

Leadership

Barriers you have overcome

Community engagement

Commitment to Africa

How your Berkeley degree will help you create positive change after graduation

These criteria are central to scholarship selection.

• Wait for nomination by your Berkeley graduate programme.

There is no direct initial Mastercard Foundation scholarship application before the Berkeley degree application. Eligible applicants are reviewed by their graduate programmes, and selected candidates are nominated to the Scholars Program.

• Complete the supplementary scholarship application if invited.

Nominated candidates receive instructions from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program and may subsequently be invited to an online interview. The final scholarship decision is separate from the underlying Berkeley admission decision.

for UC Berkeley PhD Funding?

• Search the UC Berkeley graduate programme directory and select a PhD programme closely aligned with your academic and research background.

Review

Faculty research areas

Laboratories and research groups

Programme requirements

Funding information

English requirements

GRE or other test requirements

Berkeley allows applicants to apply to only one graduate or concurrent degree programme in a single admission cycle.

• Identify potential supervisors where appropriate.

Read recent publications from relevant Berkeley faculty and determine whether their research aligns with your proposed work.

When appropriate for your department, send a concise email explaining

Your academic background

Previous thesis or research

Proposed research area

Relevant publications or technical experience

Why the faculty member’s work matches your interests

Attach a focused academic CV.

• Prepare your graduate application.

The standard Graduate Division application includes

Academic records

Statement of Purpose

Personal History Statement

Recommendation letters

English-language results where required

Programme-specific documents

The current application fee for applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents is US$155. Standard Berkeley graduate fee waivers based on financial need are primarily available to eligible US citizens and permanent residents, although some programmes may offer their own assistance.

• Submit the application to your selected PhD programme.

A separate central funding application is normally unnecessary. The departmental admissions committee considers incoming doctoral applicants for fellowships and financial support.

• Review the funding offer carefully if admitted.

Berkeley sends a Financial Support and Employment Funding Letter explaining

Fellowship funding

Teaching appointments

Research appointments

Tuition and fee coverage

Nonresident tuition support

Funding duration

Academic progress requirements

Funding arrangements differ between programmes, so this letter is the authoritative source for your individual PhD package.

Documents Required for UC Berkeley Scholarships

Undergraduate Documents

International undergraduate applicants should prepare

UC Application

Complete secondary-school academic history

Secondary-school completion qualification

Personal Insight Question responses

English-language evidence where required

Passport and citizenship information

National or international examination results

Additional forms requested through the Berkeley applicant portal

Official academic records if requested after admission

Applicants should not initially mail transcripts, certificates, recommendation letters, photographs, awards, or other unsolicited materials unless Berkeley specifically requests them. Selected first-year applicants may later be invited to submit two recommendation letters. Berkeley does not accept unsolicited recommendations from applicants who have not received an invitation.

Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Documents

Applicants should prepare

UC Berkeley graduate application

Bachelor’s degree certificate

Complete academic transcripts

Statement of Purpose

Personal History Statement

Academic CV

Recommendation letters

TOEFL or IELTS result where required

Programme-specific documents

Additional Mastercard Foundation application responses if nominated

Evidence relevant to leadership and community contribution

Additional documentation requested by the Scholars Program

The graduate department first determines whether the applicant is competitive for admission before nomination to the Mastercard Foundation selection process.

PhD Application Documents

International PhD applicants generally need

Graduate online application

Bachelor’s degree certificate

Master’s degree certificate where applicable

Academic transcripts

Certified translations where required

Statement of Purpose

Personal History Statement

Academic CV

Recommendation letters

TOEFL or IELTS result where required

GRE, GMAT, MCAT or other test where required by the department

Research proposal or writing sample where required

Publications or other research evidence where relevant

Additional programme-specific materials

Applicants with academic records issued in a language other than English or Spanish must provide acceptable translations according to Berkeley Graduate Division requirements.

Applicants can use the following ScholarshipRoar guides

Academic CV for Scholarship

Statement of Purpose for Scholarship

Scholarship Recommendation Letter

Scholarship Interview Questions and Answers

Website

For more information about UC Berkeley Scholarships, visit

Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students

Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

UC Berkeley Doctoral Funding Packages

Frequently Asked Questions

Are UC Berkeley Scholarships fully funded?

Some are. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is fully funded and covers tuition, Berkeley fees, housing, food, living expenses, travel, visa and SEVIS costs, and additional programme support. The Swaniker Scholars Program can provide undergraduate funding up to the full cost of attendance for selected eligible African students. Other international undergraduate awards vary according to financial need. PhD packages can provide comprehensive funding through fellowships and academic employment, but the exact amount and duration depend on the department.

Can international students receive the Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship?

Yes. International first-year and transfer applicants are automatically considered for the Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship. No separate scholarship application is required.

How much is the Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholarship?

The minimum monetary award is US$2,500 per year. Scholars with assessed financial need can receive additional grant and scholarship support up to their full need. International recipients may also receive funding through Berkeley’s dedicated international scholarship programmes.

Does UC Berkeley provide need-based financial aid to all international students?

No. International students are generally ineligible for Berkeley’s ordinary federal, state, and institutional need-based financial aid. Instead, Berkeley provides specific institutional scholarship opportunities for selected international students.

Is the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship fully funded?

Yes. It provides comprehensive support for tuition, fees, housing, food, living costs, travel, visa and SEVIS expenses, as well as leadership and professional development activities.

Is the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship available for every international student?

No. Applicants must be citizens of African countries and meet the programme’s academic, leadership, financial-access, community contribution, and return-to-Africa criteria.

Can I apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship for a bachelor’s degree?

No. Berkeley’s current Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program supports eligible master’s programmes only. Undergraduate and PhD programmes are not eligible.

Are UC Berkeley PhD programmes fully funded?

Berkeley departments provide doctoral funding packages that can combine fellowships, teaching or research employment, tuition and fee remission, and benefits. The precise funding package differs by programme and student, so applicants should rely on the Financial Support and Employment Funding Letter provided with their admission offer rather than assuming one university-wide stipend.

Do I need a separate application for PhD funding?

Normally no. The departmental admissions committee considers doctoral applicants for funding when reviewing their graduate application.

Is SAT or ACT required at UC Berkeley?

No. UC Berkeley is test-free and does not use SAT or ACT scores in admission or scholarship selection. Scores submitted voluntarily may only be used for purposes such as placement or subject credit after admission.

Is IELTS compulsory for UC Berkeley?

Not always. Undergraduate students can satisfy English proficiency through several accepted tests or academic qualifications. Graduate applic