Berkeley Haas Scholarships (range of donor-funded awards)
Berkeley Haas offers MBA scholarships to entering students in the form of both need- and merit-based awards. All prospective students will be evaluated for fellowships and scholarship funding. Unless otherwise noted in the scholarship section of the online application, applicants do not need to submit additional information to be considered for a scholarship or fellowship. Funding will be awarded to students at the time of admission based on the strength of the student's application.
Eligibility: These scholarships will be awarded to admitted students who demonstrate excellence, advocacy and/ commitment in areas including Academic Preparedness, Leadership, Industry, Gender Equity, LGBTQ, Personal Achievement, etc.
How to apply: ["no separate application required unless noted", "funding awarded at time of admission"]
Community college transfer California residents
The Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship is the University of California’s most historic scholarship program which recognizes the academic merits of undergraduates. There is no application process other than applying for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
Eligibility: California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from high school with a 4.1 grade point average (GPA) or better; California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from a community college entering students with a 3.5 GPA or better; Continuing students are awarded with a 3.5 GPA or better.
How to apply: ["complete FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA)", "no separate scholarship application required"]
The Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship is the University of California’s most historic scholarship program which recognizes the academic merits of undergraduates. There is no application process other than applying for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
Eligibility: California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from high school with a 4.1 grade point average (GPA) or better; California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from a community college entering students with a 3.5 GPA or better; Continuing students are awarded with a 3.5 GPA or better.
How to apply: ["complete FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA)", "no separate scholarship application required"]
Freshman California residents (high school)
The Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship is the University of California’s most historic scholarship program which recognizes the academic merits of undergraduates. There is no application process other than applying for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
Eligibility: California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from high school with a 4.1 grade point average (GPA) or better; California residents and AB540 eligible students entering from a community college entering students with a 3.5 GPA or better; Continuing students are awarded with a 3.5 GPA or better.
How to apply: ["complete FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA)", "no separate scholarship application required"]
General merit-based scholarships and fellowships
All applicants will be considered for merit-based awards and do not require any action. Merit-based awards will be determined based on the overall strength of the admissions application, professional goals, educational achievement, intended concentration, leadership skills, and embodiment of the Haas Defining Leadership Principles.
Eligibility: Merit-based awards will be determined based on the overall strength of the admissions application, professional goals, educational achievement, intended concentration, leadership skills, and embodiment of the Haas Defining Leadership Principles.
How to apply: ["no separate application required", "considered at time of admission"]
GOP Master’s Fellowship (stipend + in-state tuition)
Award
$15,000/yr in-state
This award consists of a $15,000 stipend ($7,500 per semester) and in-state tuition and fees for one academic year.
Eligibility: The award is based on financial need, academic promise, and diversity contribution, and is available to US citizens, permanent residents, and AB540 applicants entering a terminal master’s or professional degree program. All applicants who are eligible are automatically considered for the GOP fellowship through the normal MTM admissions process.
How to apply: ["automatic consideration through admissions", "based on financial need and diversity contribution"]
MTM Merit Scholarship (up to)
Award
$25,000 in-state
$25,000 out-of-state
The MTM admissions committee offers merit-based awards to attract students with specialized skills and excellent academic performance up to $25,000. The MTM Merit Scholarships are announced in early-mid March when admissions decisions are released. These are determined from the information in your admissions application as well as your overall rubric score and do not require a separate process or any additional materials.
Eligibility: The MTM admissions committee offers merit-based awards to attract students with specialized skills and excellent academic performance up to $25,000. These are determined from the information in your admissions application as well as your overall rubric score and do not require a separate process or any additional materials.
How to apply: ["no separate application required", "considered based on admissions application and rubric score"]
Partial-Tuition Merit Scholarship
In addition, all candidates will be considered for a partial-tuition Merit Scholarship. There is no application required and typically the merit scholarship will be offered at the time the admissions decision is made.
Eligibility: All candidates will be considered for a partial-tuition Merit Scholarship. There is no application required and typically the merit scholarship will be offered at the time the admissions decision is made.
How to apply: ["no separate application required for partial-tuition merit scholarship", "other named scholarships may require separate application via scholarship portal"]
Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship (international)
The Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship is UC Berkeley’s most prestigious undergraduate scholarship, awarded to exceptional students who demonstrate creativity, leadership, service, and strong convictions. Scholars exemplify the university’s commitment to excellence and receive numerous benefits, including a monetary award.
Eligibility: Candidates are selected through a holistic review process from the top applicants to UC Berkeley. All students who apply, including first-year and transfer international students, are automatically considered.
How to apply: ["automatic consideration for admitted undergraduate international students", "no separate application required"]
Robinson International Scholars Program award
The Robinson International Scholars Program enriches UC Berkeley’s global learning environment by developing transformational leaders... The program includes a need-based scholarship for up to four years. Scholars receive the full benefits of the Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship in addition to the Robinson International Scholarship.
Eligibility: Supports select international students who are refugees or stateless individuals from Sub-Saharan African nations; Robinson International Scholars receive need-based scholarship for up to four years.
How to apply: ["automatic consideration for eligible admitted international students", "program nomination/selection process (holistic)"]
Rodriguez-Pastor Family Scholarship award
The Rodriguez-Pastor Family Scholarship supports talented international students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact. This need-based scholarship provides financial assistance for up to four years. Scholars receive the full benefits of the Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship in addition to the Rodriguez-Pastor Family Scholarship.
Eligibility: Supports talented international students; priority consideration is given to students from Peru.
How to apply: ["automatic consideration for admitted eligible international students"]
Swaniker Scholars award (up to full cost)
Swaniker Scholars receive a need-based scholarship covering up to the full cost of attendance for four years. Scholars receive the full benefits of the Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship in addition to the Swaniker Scholarship.
Eligibility: Supports talented students from across the African continent nominated from ALX Pathway and ALA graduates; selection is selective and scholars are nominated.
How to apply: ["nomination by ALX Pathway or ALA", "automatic consideration for nominated students"]