internationaloffice.berkeley.edu
UC Berkeley Financial Assistance for International Students
As a public institution, UC Berkeley is primarily funded by U.S. and California tax payers. Unfortunately, this
means that much, but not all, institutional aid is limited to U.S. citizens and California residents. Listed below are
sources of UC Berkeley aid to which international students may apply. The following list is non-exhaustive and if
information has changed, please contact Berkeley International Office at InternationalOffice@berkeley.edu
The Berkeley International Office (BIO) administers limited financial assistance for international
students. Please see Need-Based Awards Sponsored by BIO for complete information.
NEWLY ADMITTED STUDENTS
EducationUSA Advising Centers located in countries all over the world help students with questions
about studying in the U.S. and operate libraries of resources. Their website also maintains resources on
planning your budget and finances your studies.
Undergraduate: All students who apply to UC Berkeley are automatically considered for certain scholarships.
This means that there is no separate application process and is by invitation only.
Cal Alumni Association: Alumni Scholarships awards nearly $2 million annually to undergraduate students at
UC Berkeley. Scholarships are available to incoming freshmen & transfers as well as current Cal students.
Graduate: Financial assistance for graduate students is common and students should contact the Graduate
Division and their department for possible financial assistance. When applying for admission, students should
complete the appropriate section of the Graduate Application for Admission and Fellowships to be considered
for University Graduate Fellowships, Departmental Block Grant Fellowships, and Diversity Fellowships. For a
complete overview: Financial Support for Graduate Students
Note: The Berkeley Law School and the Haas School of Business have their own financial aid offices.
CURRENT STUDENTS (listed in alphabetical order)
Berkeley International Clubs are formed by Cal Alumni all around the world and aim to connect Berkeley
alumni, students, faculty, parents and friends with each other. There are clubs located in many countries and
regions of the world. Students may attempt to contact and network with members in their home countries for
funding resources.
Cal Alumni Association (Undergraduates only) awards nearly $2 million annually to undergraduate students at
UC Berkeley. Scholarships are available to incoming freshmen & transfers as well as current Cal students.
Cal Student Central is a central location where students can ask questions and take care of key university
business all in one place. In order to assist students with paying tuition & fees and becoming officially registered
at the University, Cal Student Central offers several short-term interest-free loans.
Deferred Payment Plan (DPP) Enrolling in the Deferred Payment Plan allows for the fall and spring semester
registration fees to be paid in five monthly installments of 20% each.
Emergency Loans are interest-free and available to undergraduate and graduate students usually the week
before the semester starts until the last day of the semester.