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UC Berkeley: What It Really Costs

Berkeley, CA · Public · 33,068 students

Sticker Price (Full Cost of Attendance)
$45,619
Average Net Price (After Aid)
$13,481

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$5,311
$30K–$48K household income$6,501
$48K–$75K household income$9,693
$75K–$110K household income$15,074
Over $110K household income$34,529

Outcomes at a glance

Admission Rate
11%
Completion Rate
93%
Median Earnings, 10yrs Out
$92,446
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,000
Pell Grant Recipients
29%
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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.