When is the UC Berkeley application deadline for fall 2025?
I'm starting to put together my college list, and UC Berkeley is one of my top choices. I'm trying to get organized so I don't miss any important dates. I know UC applications are a little different than other schools, but I'm a bit confused about when everything is due for Berkeley specifically.
Is the deadline the same for all UC schools, and does submitting earlier give any advantages? Also, do things like transcripts or test scores have different deadlines, or is it all at once?
Would love to hear how others stayed on top of these deadlines too.
Is the deadline the same for all UC schools, and does submitting earlier give any advantages? Also, do things like transcripts or test scores have different deadlines, or is it all at once?
Would love to hear how others stayed on top of these deadlines too.
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Kathy Jayanth
• 2 months ago
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For UC Berkeley and all other University of California campuses, the application period for Fall 2025 admission opens on October 1, 2024, and the final submission deadline is November 30, 2024. This deadline (11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on November 30) is the same for every UC campus; there are no exceptions or extensions, so it's important to plan ahead.
Submitting your application earlier (within the October–November window) does not provide any advantage in the admissions process. UC admissions are not rolling, so every application submitted by the deadline is given equal consideration. However, submitting early can help you avoid last-minute technical issues or stress, and you’ll have extra time to double-check your work.
Transcripts, letters of recommendation, and test scores are handled differently. For the initial UC undergraduate application, you self-report your courses and grades, and you don't need to send transcripts unless specifically requested after you’re admitted. UC Berkeley does not require SAT or ACT scores for admissions, but if you want to submit optional scores for purposes like course placement, those can be sent later, with deadlines typically in December or January. If you are offered admission, final official transcripts will be due after graduation, usually by July 1.
One way to stay organized is to make a spreadsheet with every school on your list, listing: application deadlines, required components, and "to-dos" for each. Some students set calendar reminders or use project management tools to track progress. For example, you might enter "Draft Activities List" by October 10, "Have essays reviewed" by November 15, and "Submit Berkeley Application" by November 25, giving yourself a buffer before the rush.
In summary:
- UC (including Berkeley) Fall 2025 applications open: October 1, 2024
- Submission deadline: November 30, 2024
- No benefit to submitting earlier than the deadline
- Transcripts are only sent if requested after an admission offer
Staying organized from the start helps a lot, especially with multiple schools. Good luck with your applications!
Submitting your application earlier (within the October–November window) does not provide any advantage in the admissions process. UC admissions are not rolling, so every application submitted by the deadline is given equal consideration. However, submitting early can help you avoid last-minute technical issues or stress, and you’ll have extra time to double-check your work.
Transcripts, letters of recommendation, and test scores are handled differently. For the initial UC undergraduate application, you self-report your courses and grades, and you don't need to send transcripts unless specifically requested after you’re admitted. UC Berkeley does not require SAT or ACT scores for admissions, but if you want to submit optional scores for purposes like course placement, those can be sent later, with deadlines typically in December or January. If you are offered admission, final official transcripts will be due after graduation, usually by July 1.
One way to stay organized is to make a spreadsheet with every school on your list, listing: application deadlines, required components, and "to-dos" for each. Some students set calendar reminders or use project management tools to track progress. For example, you might enter "Draft Activities List" by October 10, "Have essays reviewed" by November 15, and "Submit Berkeley Application" by November 25, giving yourself a buffer before the rush.
In summary:
- UC (including Berkeley) Fall 2025 applications open: October 1, 2024
- Submission deadline: November 30, 2024
- No benefit to submitting earlier than the deadline
- Transcripts are only sent if requested after an admission offer
Staying organized from the start helps a lot, especially with multiple schools. Good luck with your applications!
Kathy Jayanth
Berkeley, CA
UC Berkeley | Economics & Slavic Studies
Experience
5 years