Welcome new admits!

The Centers for Educational Equity and Excellence (CE3) offers a comprehensive array of programming and specialized services that enables all students, including former foster youth, veterans, student parents, undocumented students, first-generation, low-income, adult learners (re-entry students), and transfer students to fulfill their academic, professional, and personal goals. Take this questionnaire to better understand which programs will be most helpful to you.  

Learn more about holistic counseling and comprehensive guidance

The Centers for Educational Justice & Community Engagement (EJCE) at UC Berkeley is a collaborative of offices and centers that advocate for, build capacity with and dialogue among and across diverse communities. Our community engagement approach enriches the academic success of students while fostering a campus climate that honors the dignity of all people. Each partner space is steeped in rich and vibrant legacies and established community-centered praxes of educational justice: leadership development, access, activism, academic excellence and social justice. Our work reflects interconnected identities and experiences through our collective and individual commitments to support and advance future global leaders.

Learn more about community & resource centers

Theme Programs bring together students in our residence halls with a shared identity, interest, or academic area into unique living and learning environments to support community connection and belonging. Co-sponsored by EJCE, Residential Life, and Housing.

Learn about Theme Programs

For 60 years, the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) has been delivering the promise of Berkeley by offering a holistic counseling model that provides support designed to address the needs of first-generation, low-income and/or historically underrepresented undergraduate students in multiple areas, including: individualized academic counseling, understanding financial aid, personal guidance, and post-graduate planning. Our comprehensive support services and broad campus referral network assist students in overcoming unique challenges, achieve academic success and create a transformative educational experience.

Learn more about EOP New Admit resources and attend our 5th annual “Power in Community Day!” 

Get to know the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)

The Disabled Students’ Program (DSP) is here to support students with disabilities in thriving at Berkeley. Whether your disability is permanent or temporary, DSP works with you to arrange accommodations and provide individualized support throughout your academic journey. If you think you may benefit from accommodations, we encourage you to connect with DSP early. 

Get connected with the Disabled Students’ Program

The Transfer Student Center provides services to transfer students from other colleges and universities to support with navigating the academic and cultural landscape of one of the top research universities in the world. Our programs and services focus on supporting a successful transition, fostering connections and a strong sense of community among transfers, and empowering students as they explore and pursue their academic and career goals

Get to know the Transfer Student Center

The Undocumented Student Program (USP) provides holistic support to undocumented undergraduate and graduate students. Academic counseling, immigration legal support, mental health support, financial support, fellowship opportunities, community events, and our Undocumented Community Resource Center are some of the supports available to undocumented students through USP!

Learn more about our services and RSVP for our upcoming USP Newly Admitted Student Webinar by visiting the USP Newly Admitted Student page.  

Learn about and join student organizations or fill your calendar with campus events that spark your interest. Search by shared interests or community.

Get to Know CalLink

The Berkeley Student Leadership and Engagement website is your one-stop-shop to student clubs and organizations, fraternity and sorority life, student government, student leadership programs, and more. You can also learn more about the student-led bridges multicultural recruitment and retention centers and Queer Alliance Resource Center

Get Involved: Berkeley Student Leadership & Engagement

University Health Services (UHS) is committed to providing affirming care for all of our student communities. Our services and resources are open to all students, and we encourage you to explore our resources for your holistic wellness and care. Find support to help you take care of your health and wellness.

Health and Wellness Resources of Interest to Different Communities

UHS’s Student Mental Health offers a range of multiculturally-affirming counseling, psychiatric, career consultation, training, and educational services as well as a variety of mental health resources that all students have access to.

Learn about Student Mental Health

The Basic Needs Center supports students with food, housing, and financial stability resources, and connects students to other essential services. Located in the ASUC MLK Student Union, our Center offers holistic care, helping students navigate both campus and community resources through in-person visits or our onlineBasic Needs Assistance Form.

Basic Needs Center

Getting into Grad School (GiGS) is a collaborative partnership between the Office for Graduate Diversity (OGD), and the Graduate Assembly (GA), whose ultimate goal is to encourage and prepare undergraduate UC Berkeley students to select, apply, and enroll in graduate school.

By engaging key staff and graduate student mentors with motivated undergraduates, we hope undergraduates leave the mentoring program with a better understanding of what the process entails and are inspired to pursue academic careers and create change in the future. For more details, email grad.diversity@berkeley.edu

Congratulations on your admission to UC Berkeley! If you have already chosen to join us, welcome - we are honored to have you! If you are still weighing your options, we know you have excellent choices, and we’re here to support you in making the decision that feels right for you. 

In the coming weeks, we will be hosting virtual community spaces where you can connect with campus leaders, faculty, current students, and a few special surprise guests. These gatherings are designed to help you learn more about Berkeley, ask questions, and envision your future here. 

You are not alone in this process. We are here with you. We hope to host you and help you make the best decision – for your present and future.