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    Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track
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    Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track

    by UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars

    Berkeley's virtual track combines college-level courses with college credit, an official transcript, and college preparation support from home.

    Last verified: 5 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Completed grade 10/11; 3.0 GPA

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 16-17

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    $635 per unit

    Duration

    10 weeks

    Format

    Online

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    ArtHumanitiesSocial SciencesScience
    Sessions / cadence: Live/recorded courses; workshops typically Tuesdays, 4–6 PM
    Mentor model: Virtual mentorship; advising twice weekly
    Assessment style: Course exams and coursework
    Time-zone / scheduling model: Pacific Daylight Time for live classes
    Latest verified cycle: 2026
    Academic outcome: College credit; official transcript on request
    Recognition: Commendation letter for passing grades

    Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track summary

    Take eligible Berkeley college courses alongside university and visiting students, with live or recorded instruction depending on the course.

    The experience combines academic study with college exploration workshops, virtual mentorship opportunities, and a shared online student community.

    It suits students who want to test college-level study and manage their own enrollment, coursework, and communication.

    What is Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track?

    The Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track lets students take online college-level courses through UC Berkeley Summer Sessions. Academic options span Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, and STEM, with classmates drawn largely from Berkeley and other institutions.

    Students select eligible lower-division courses and follow each course's prerequisites, timetable, and assessment requirements. Online orientation, college exploration workshops, virtual mentorship opportunities, and designated program staff add support around the academic experience.

    Why Succeed highlights Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track

    • Studying alongside university students offers a practical test of college-level academic expectations.

    • An official transcript and credit provide a concrete record of academic work.

    • Live and recorded course options offer different ways to fit study around home commitments.

    • Twice-weekly advising and college exploration workshops add support beyond course instruction.

    Who is Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track for?

    Best for

    Independent students who want college-level academic challenge, subject exploration, and experience studying alongside university students.

    Not ideal if

    You want a campus stay or a single fixed timetable, or need guaranteed enrollment in one particular course.

    Is Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track worth it?

    This is a strong option when you can identify a course that meaningfully extends your academic interests. College credit, a transcript, and study alongside university students make the experience more substantial than simply attending enrichment talks.

    The value depends on course fit and your ability to manage accelerated study independently. Tuition and separate fees require careful budgeting, and neither preferred-course enrollment nor credit transfer is guaranteed.

    A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $635 per unit; includes College-level course instruction., Online orientation and Cub Hub access., College preparation and exploration workshops., Virtual mentorship opportunities and designated staff support., College credit and an official transcript on request., Commendation letter for passing grades..

    Dates and time commitment

    10 weeks; Live/recorded courses; workshops typically Tuesdays, 4–6 PM.

    Provider details

    Review the UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: Your academic output is the coursework required by your selected courses.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

    Students have designated program staff, college exploration workshops, virtual mentorship opportunities, and community activities. Cub Hub also offers recordings and real-time advising twice a week.

    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track need?

    Effort level

    High for academic study; moderate for application preparation.

    Best started

    Allow four to six weeks before a published application deadline to prepare documents and compare courses.

    Main challenge

    Matching prerequisites, live meeting times, and workload to your chosen courses.

    Typical preparation

    • Request your transcript and prepare both 100-word personal insight answers.

    • Identify eligible online courses and backup choices, noting units and prerequisites.

    • Discuss fees and required agreements with your parent or guardian.

    • Build in time for the typical 5–7-business-day review and account setup before course enrollment.

    Useful if

    You want to test a possible major through assessed college study.

    What do students do on Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track?

    You build your experience around eligible online Berkeley courses and meet their academic requirements. Orientation, college exploration activities, and Cub Hub support connect that study with the wider pre-college community.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Select online lower-division courses that match your interests and prerequisites.

    2. 2

      After admission, set up CalNet and complete CalCentral enrollment tasks.

    3. 3

      Attend the required program orientation and explore Cub Hub resources.

    4. 4

      Participate in live classes or recorded learning according to each course's format.

    5. 5

      Complete required coursework and exams by syllabus deadlines.

    6. 6

      Use workshops, community activities, and advising to explore college life.

    Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Application deadline

    1 June 2026

    11:59 PM Pacific Time; track-wide application deadline.

    Reference date

    Session A - Six Weeks

    26 May-2 July 2026

    Students must be 16 when their courses begin.

    Reference date

    Session B - Ten Weeks

    8 June-14 August 2026

    Students must be 16 when their courses begin.

    Reference date

    Session C - Eight Weeks

    22 June-14 August 2026

    Reference date

    Session D - Six Weeks

    6 July-14 August 2026

    Reference date

    Session F - Three Weeks

    6-24 July 2026

    Reference date

    Session E - Three Weeks

    27 July-14 August 2026

    Reference date

    Applications open

    17 February 2026

    9:00 AM Pacific Time.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Complete grade 10 or 11; continue high school the following fall.

    • Graduates aged 16 or 17 may also apply.

    • Maintain an overall B average or 3.0 GPA.

    • Be 16 by 21 June 2026.

    • Session A/B students must be 16 when their courses start.

    • Be under 18 when summer classes begin.

    • Remain in good academic standing.

    • Maintain valid health insurance throughout the program.

    • Meet applicable English proficiency requirements or an accepted exemption.

    • Meet course prerequisites and departmental enrollment requirements.

    How much does Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track cost?

    Tuition

    $635 per unit — Total depends on enrolled course units.

    Funding or discounts

    • Registration fee: $585 — Access to university resources and systems.
    • Document management fee: $73 — First-time Summer Sessions students; includes official transcript services.
    • Application fee: $25 — Nonrefundable.
    • International service fee: $500 — Applies to international visitors, including online enrollment, unless exempt.
    • External funding: Outside scholarships may be researched with a high school counselor.

    What's included

    College-level course instruction., Online orientation and Cub Hub access., College preparation and exploration workshops., Virtual mentorship opportunities and designated staff support., College credit and an official transcript on request., Commendation letter for passing grades.

    How to apply to Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track

    1. 1

      Review eligibility, online course prerequisites, fees, and required policies with your parent or guardian.

    2. 2

      Use the official application portal and select the Summer Virtual Track for the relevant cycle.

    3. 3

      Create or access one account using your own email and provide a different parent or guardian email.

    4. 4

      Enter biographical, contact, and emergency contact information.

    5. 5

      Complete two personal insight answers of 100 words each.

    6. 6

      Upload a PDF transcript with your full name, cumulative GPA, and required schoolwork.

    7. 7

      Provide English proficiency documentation or exemption evidence when applicable.

    8. 8

      Complete student and parent or guardian electronic signatures and pay the $25 application fee.

    9. 9

      Monitor email, accept an admission offer within 48 hours, and complete CalNet and CalCentral tasks.

    10. 10

      Enroll in eligible courses and pay tuition and fees within seven days of enrollment.

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    Learning format

    The track runs entirely online, with synchronous courses meeting at published times and asynchronous courses using recorded presentations, discussions, or collaborative activities. Class schedules vary by course; college exploration workshops typically run Tuesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, and Cub Hub provides programming recordings and real-time advising twice a week.

    Summer courses accelerate a 16-week semester; Berkeley recommends at most two courses in Sessions A–D or one in Sessions E/F.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Learn and engage with UC Berkeley faculty and students.

    • Receive support from designated program staff.

    • Access virtual mentorship opportunities.

    • Use real-time advising through Cub Hub twice a week.

    • Join college exploration workshops and community activities.

    • Access Cub Hub programming recordings after the program concludes.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Live class meeting times are listed in Pacific Daylight Time.
    • Convert each course's published meeting times to your local time.
    • Recorded asynchronous presentations can be watched at a chosen time.
    • Required live class meetings must be attended on time.
    • Domestic and international students can participate from home.

    Tech requirements

    • Use a device that permits full participation in online activities.

    • Join meetings from a suitable, quiet location.

    • Access program tools that may include Zoom and G Suite.

    • Use CalNet and bMail to access Cub Hub through bCourses.

    • Check your Berkeley email regularly for official communication.

    Assessment style

    Assessment follows each enrolled course's syllabus, including required exams, coursework, and participation.

    • Take all required course exams.
    • Submit coursework by instructor or syllabus deadlines.
    • Attend required online class meetings and mandatory activities.
    • Follow course collaboration and academic integrity rules.
    • Passing grades qualify for a personal commendation letter.

    Portfolio and outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    Your academic output is the coursework required by your selected courses.

    • College credit from enrolled courses.

    • Official Berkeley transcript available on request.

    • Personal commendation letter for passing grades.

    • Berkeley Summer Sessions study to include in college applications.

    Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Summer Virtual Track FAQs

    Students can choose eligible online lower-division courses numbered 1–99 across Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, and STEM. Course prerequisites and departmental permission rules apply.

    Courses may be synchronous or asynchronous. Live class meeting times are listed in Pacific Daylight Time, while asynchronous courses use recorded presentations and may include discussions or collaborative activities.

    Students can earn college credit and request an official Berkeley transcript. The receiving institution decides whether to accept transfer credit.

    Students have designated program staff, college exploration workshops, virtual mentorship opportunities, and community activities. Cub Hub also offers recordings and real-time advising twice a week.

    Parents or guardians must use an email address different from the student's and review the required agreements. Both student and parent or guardian must electronically sign the application forms.

    The Pre-College Scholars program does not offer formal financial aid for the Virtual Track. Students are encouraged to research outside scholarships and speak with their high school counselor.

    Course enrollment depends on prerequisites, departmental discretion, schedules, and available seats. Students should identify backup courses and enroll through CalCentral after admission.

    Berkeley advises no more than two courses in Sessions A, B, C, or D, or one course in Sessions E or F. Summer courses compress a standard 16-week semester course.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • What Does the Program Offer Beyond the Classroom? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • Scholarships and Financial Aid – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • Can You Tell Me about the Program Orientation for the Commuter and Virtual Tracks? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • What is the difference between asynchronous and synchronous online courses? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • English Proficiency Requirement (EPR) | Summer Sessions
    • What are the Program's Eligibility Requirements? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • Post-Admission, Enrollment, Tuition and Fee Payment: What to Expect for the Commuter and Virtual Tracks? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • What to Expect During the Virtual Track Application Process? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • What Important Considerations Should I Keep in Mind when Completing the Virtual Track Application? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • Application Management
    • Application Portal Login Instructions – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • Payment and Refund Policies | Summer Sessions
    • Session Dates and Deadlines | Summer Sessions
    • What Important Dates should I Keep in Mind for the Commuter and Virtual Tracks? – Berkeley Summer Sessions Pre-College Scholars Program
    • 2026 Tuition and Fees | Summer Sessions
    • 2026 Virtual Program Code of Conduct and Agreement
    • 2026 UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Virtual Program Terms and Conditions Form
    • Virtual Track | Pre-College

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