UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars
Berkeley, United States
About UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars
UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars gives high school students from around the world access to Berkeley undergraduate courses during the summer. Its course-based offering includes hundreds of lower-division courses in six- or eight-week sessions, opportunities to earn university credit, and activities that introduce students to college life.
Teaching style
The academic offering centers on lower-division UC Berkeley coursework compressed into six- or eight-week summer sessions. College preparation also includes opportunities to connect with professors and participate in activities, workshops, and excursions.
Reputation & Succeed take
The provider emphasizes access to UC Berkeley undergraduate coursework, university credit, and connections with professors as its academic strengths.
Our take
A strong option for eligible high school students who want to explore university academics and earn Berkeley credit. Choose a track first, then check its application requirements and the lower-division courses that match your interests.
Its defining features are access to UC Berkeley lower-division courses, a university-credit route, and a choice of residential, commuter, virtual, and non-credit tracks. The course-based offering uses six- or eight-week sessions.
Who this provider suits
Who should choose them
Eligible high school students seeking undergraduate academic study, university credit, exposure to college life, and opportunities to meet peers from around the world.
Who it may not suit
Students who do not meet the relevant age requirements should use another eligible route. For 2026, applicants had to be 16 by June 21; high school students age 18 or older are directed to apply as visiting students.