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This program is designed for high-school students who want a foretaste of college academics at one of the nation’s leading public research universities. At UC Berkeley, participants join the campus community—live on-campus, commute, or attend virtually—and enroll in rigorous undergraduate-level courses across STEM, humanities, and social sciences. With residential, commuter and online tracks available, students can choose the format that fits their needs. Applicants must be at least 16 years old, have completed two years of high school and demonstrate a minimum 3.0 GPA. International students are welcome, and applicants should understand that admission is selective rather than open-enrollment. For families seeking structured academic exploration at a top-tier research university, UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars offers a clear, well-supported pathway into college-level study and campus life.