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Value of a Berkeley Education

An education from UC Berkeley adds up to an experience of a lifetime. For potential students and families like you, we want you to understand the value of earning a Berkeley degree.

We are proud that…

  • 65% of Berkeley students graduate with no debt
  • Roughly two-thirds of Berkeley students receive some form of financial aid
  • Berkeley is ranked in the top 5 of Best Value Colleges by Forbes
  • Berkeley is among the top universities in the country for upward mobility of students.
  • 80% of students graduate with either a job offer or acceptance to graduate school.
  • Berkeley is among the top producers of CEOs and students who start their own businesses.