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University of California-Berkeley

Berkeley, California · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$74,919

Acceptance Rate

12%

Graduation Rate

94%

Annual Tuition

$14,850

At a Glance

Total Students

33,073

Retention Rate

97%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

18%

Median Debt

$13,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of California-Berkeley is a public institution with an undergraduate student population of 33,073. Admission is highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 11.7%. The university boasts a high graduation rate of 93.5% and a strong retention rate of 96.8%. The in-state tuition is $14,850.

Graduates experience strong earnings potential. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $57,445, increasing to $74,919 after five years and $92,446 after ten years. The median student debt is $13,000, and 18.2% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$57k

1 YEAR

$75k

5 YEARS

$92k

10 YEARS

Top 6% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of California-Berkeley graduates earn a median salary of $57,445. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $74,919. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $92,446. The median debt for graduates is $13,000.

The university has a high retention rate of 96.8% and a graduation rate of 93.5%. The university has an acceptance rate of 11.7% and a student population of 33,073. 18.2% of students receive financial aid. In-state tuition is $14,850.

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Campus Location

Berkeley, California

Berkeley, CA 94720

University of California-Berkeley is located in Berkeley, California. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of California-Berkeley has an acceptance rate of 11.7%.