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University of California, Berkeley Acceptance Rate & Admissions Data (2025-2026)

Every figure on this page comes from the school’s own Common Data Set (2025-2026 edition) and was independently verified against official sources.

#15

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11.4%

acceptance rate

126,864

applicants

14,524

admitted

University of California, Berkeley Common Data Set: What It Values Most

Every college officially reports how much each application factor matters in section C7 of its Common Data Set. These are University of California, Berkeley’s own published ratings from the 2025-2026 edition, not our opinion.

3 factors rated very important4 rated importantTest blind

Academic factors

Rigor of coursework

Class rank

Academic GPA

Standardized test scores

Application essay

Recommendations

Nonacademic factors

Interview

Extracurricular activities

Talent / ability

Character / personal qualities

First generation

Alumni relation

Geographical residence

State residency

Religious affiliation

Racial / ethnic status

Volunteer work

Work experience

Level of applicant interest

Very importantImportantConsideredNot considered

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Testing policy

Test blind: scores are not considered at all.

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Sources

Data reflects the 2025-2026Common Data Set, the most recent verified edition at the time of publication. Always confirm current requirements on the school’s admissions site.

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