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Berkeley offers a wide range of programs designed to keep a world-class education affordable.

Use the Cal-culator to get an estimate of your financial aid eligibility.

You can use summer financial aid to study abroad, take online classes, or attend classes at another UC campus or at an approved exchange program.

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Nearly two-thirds of undergraduate students qualify for financial aid. Eligible graduate students may be awarded federal student loans and work-study...

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The Cal-culator provides an estimate of financial aid eligibility for prospective students.
The Calculate A Balance worksheet helps students estimate how much of a refund they may receive or balance due after cost of attendance has been met.

 

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The Berkeley Financial Aid and Scholarships Office has been a trusted advisor to thousands of students and parents pursuing the dream of a Berkeley education. — Learn More

Types of Aid

From grants to scholarships to loans to work-study and beyond, Berkeley offers a wide range of financial aid programs designed to help you fund your education.

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Special plans for low- and middle-income students. Grants for student parents. California Dream Act Aid. Find out about innovative Berkeley financial aid programs. — Learn More

Financial Literacy

A college education is one of the most important investments of your lifetime. Let us help you learn how to use your resources wisely with an eye toward lifelong financial stability.

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Resources

Are you prepared to establish long-term financial stability? These links provide essential information to help you build for the future.

Money Matters

UC Berkeley is committed to providing students and their families with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed financial decisions while in school and after graduation.

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Sound financial habits are no accident. Are you prepared to manage your resources wisely? — Learn More

Tools, Tips, and Resources

From securing aid to learning to manage your resources wisely, the path to earning your degree while maintaining financial health is tricky. We can help you on your journey.

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Tool Kit

Want to compare college costs, calculate your expenses, or create a budget? Looking for tips on the financial aid application process? How about a centralized listing of important external resources? You've come to the right place.

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Want an estimate of how much financial aid you might receive? Berkeley's Cal-culator produces estimated values based on your answers to a few simple questions.

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Financing your Berkeley education may be a challenge . . . but we can help you make the grade. — Learn More

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