How were Freshmen decisions made for fall?
All freshman applications for admission were read individually and each received a comprehensive, independent assessment by experienced readers. In accordance with UC Regents and Berkeley faculty guidelines, Berkeley’s incoming class was chosen on the basis of a complete review of all information, including the strength of high school course work and grades, the pattern of grades over time, rigor of the senior year program, honors and advanced course work compared to what was available at the high school, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate Higher Level examination results, required test scores, other indicators of academic promise, participation and accomplishment in the performing arts and athletics, leadership in school or community activities, employment experiences, community service, personal qualities and characteristics, and likely contribution to the campus community. We recognize that Berkeley applicants vary in their academic and extracurricular opportunities.
