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UC Berkeley: What It Really Costs

Berkeley, CA · Public · 33,068 students

Sticker Price (Full Cost of Attendance)
$47,842
Average Net Price (After Aid)
$14,538

Net price by household income

This is what students actually paid after grants and scholarships, broken out by family income — sourced directly from UC Berkeley's official reporting to the U.S. Department of Education, not a marketing estimate.

Under $30K household income$5,110
$30K–$48K household income$5,391
$48K–$75K household income$9,606
$75K–$110K household income$16,064
Over $110K household income$37,451

Outcomes at a glance

Admission Rate
11%
Completion Rate
94%
Median Earnings, 10yrs Out
$100,212
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,416
Pell Grant Recipients
32%
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent year reported and update as new federal data is released. This page is independent editorial content — CollegeCostTruth accepts no sponsored placements or affiliate commissions from colleges or lenders.