Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions, in partnership with the East Bay Solano County Consortium, invites middle school, high school, and transfer students—and their families—to join us for College Information Day & UC Berkeley Showcase.
This signature outreach event offers an exciting opportunity to explore higher education options while experiencing the UC Berkeley campus.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Learn about the college admissions process, financial aid, and college readiness.
- Meet representatives from colleges, universities, and other postsecondary programs.
- Connect with UC Berkeley faculty, staff, and students.
- Explore campus resources and student support services.
- Participate in guided campus tours and interactive activities.
Whether you’re just beginning your college journey or preparing to apply, this event provides valuable information, resources, and inspiration to help you plan your path to higher education.
Register Here!
Schedule
- 8:30 AM — Registration & Check-In Registration and check-in open.
Drop In Activities
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – 1:1 Advising Hub (by appointment only) | Stephens Lounge (3rd floor)
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Active Application Lab | Tilden Room (5th floor)
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Student Experience Exhibit | Kerr Lobby
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Resource Expo | Pauley Ballroom
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. – Campus Tours | Wheeler Hall
12:45–1:45 p.m. – Band & Performance | Mario Savio Steps, Upper Sproul Plaza
12:45–1:45 p.m. – Path to CDSS: Transfer Admissions at UC Berkeley | Gateway Auditorium
Block A Workshops
10:30–10:45 a.m.
College Admissions Panel | Hearst Field Annex, Eng 140
Finding Your Village: Belonging, Community, and Cultural Spaces in College | Wheeler Hall 108
First-Year UC Admissions Guide: Personal Insight Questions | Undergraduate Academic Building (Auditorium)
Panel de Admisión Universitaria | Dwinelle 182
Transfer UC Admissions Guide: Personal Insight Questions | Dwinelle 145
Financial Aid 101 & Financial Responsibility | Dwinelle 155
Block B Workshops
11:00–11:45 a.m.
Conceptos Básicos de Ayuda Financiera y Responsabilidad Financiera | Dwinelle 182
Exploring the University of California: Campuses, Majors, and Opportunities | Hearst Field Annex, Eng 140
Financial Aid 101 & Financial Responsibility | Dwinelle 155
Finding Your Village: Belonging, Community, and Cultural Spaces in College | Wheeler Hall 108
First-Year UC Admissions Guide: Personal Insight Questions | Undergraduate Academic Building (Auditorium)
More Choices, More Opportunities: California’s Private/Independent Colleges & Universities | Social Sciences Building 60
Exploring College Pathways, Campus Life, and Preparing for Success | Wheeler Hall 102
Transfer UC Admissions Guide: Personal Insight Questions | Dwinelle 145
Your Future in the California State University System | Social Sciences Building (Auditorium)
UC Berkeley Open Houses
12:00–3:00 p.m.
Berkeley’s only residential college: Bowles Hall | 1928 Stadium Rim Way, Berkeley, CA
Jacobs Makerspace Open House | Jacobs Hall
KALX Radio Station Open House | 26 Social Sciences Building, Berkeley, CA
ROTC Open House | Hearst Gymnasium 152
UC Berkeley College Mixers
2:00–3:00 p.m.
College of Engineering (CoE) | Dwinelle Hall East Steps
Computing, Data Science, and Society | The Gateway Auditorium Lobby
Rausser College of Natural Resources | Dwinelle Hall East Steps
A huge thank you to BMO for their continued support.
