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💰 University of California-Berkeley Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
19
Automatic
12
In-State Awards
$1,000-$90,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$90,000/yr
Typical Requirements for Automatic Merit
GPA 3.5+
Official Scholarship Information
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✓ Automatic Scholarships (12)

Automatically awarded based on academic criteria - no separate application required.

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.
Community college transfer California residents
Requirements
GPA 3.5+
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).
Continuing students
Requirements
GPA 3.5+
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).
Freshman California residents (high school)
Requirements
GPA 4.1+
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).
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.
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.
MTM Merit Scholarship (up to)
Award
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

📝 Other Scholarships (7)

Forté Fellowship award
Amount: $25,000
ALPFA Scholarship Awards
Amount: $1,250 - $10,000 (Merit-based)
Chengchun "Arthur" Qi Book Scholarship
The Chengchun "Arthur" Qi Book Scholarship for $1,000 was developed in memory of Arthur, a student in the MFE program, who passed away unexpectedly in February 2012. The scholarship application is available online each year.
FWSF graduate award
Each year, the Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) award scholarships to Bay Area women studying finance and accounting. The scholarships offered for graduates are in the amount of $15,000.
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship award
Amount: $90,000
Posse Foundation Fellowship (full-tuition)
Amount: Full tuition
Prospanica Scholarship (example)
Amount: $5,000

💡 Tip: Check application deadlines carefully. Contact the school's financial aid office for current information.