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Applying to Graduate School

Do you want to change the world for the better? With over 100 graduate programs to choose from, Berkeley opens up a world of possibility.

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Our Programs

Browse our program list and find your match!

With more than 120 graduate programs representing the breadth and depth of UC Berkeley’s interdisciplinary scholarship, there’s a program that’s right for you.

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Current Students

We're here to help you locate campus resources and get you the help you need. Browse our resource list or set up an appointment for one-on-one assistance.

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Kendall Calhoun

Our Students

Brilliant graduate students are a critical part of Berkeley’s identity.

In this video, see how Chancellor’s Fellow Kendall Calhoun Ph.D. ’23 connects with faculty and undergraduates, conducting field research with the goal of creating more resilient habitats and ecosystems. Like many outstanding Berkeley graduate students, his work helps to drive research excellence and inspires undergraduates, opening their minds to greater possibilities.

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Professional Development

We've helped countless graduate and professional students prepare for careers they never considered

Career preparation only starts in the classroom. We’re here to help you explore career paths and purse the profession that matches your interests and strength. Explore our workshops, or set up a one-on-one consultation today.

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News & Upcoming Events

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Enhance Your Academic Writing and Mentoring Skills through Two Outstanding Spring Courses

October 11, 2024

Registration for Spring 2025 classes will begin soon for courses hosted by our Graduate Student Professional Development Program. These will help you target the specific skills you wish to develop.

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Meet the GSI Teaching & Resource Center’s Peer Teaching Consultants and Postdoc Fellows!

October 11, 2024

Meet with a member of our GSI Teaching & Resource Center to discuss any aspect of teaching, arrange for a consultant to observe your class, or get feedback on a course you are designing or teaching-related materials you are preparing for the academic job search.

UC Berkeley Reaffirms High Ranks as Graduate Applications Open

October 1, 2024

In a report released by US News on September 23, 2024, UC Berkeley has yet again ranked top amongst public universities in the nation. UC Berkeley has also been ranked #17 in all national universities.

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Requirements for University-Related Foreign Travel

September 23, 2024

Partaking in research travel soon? While this opportunity is an exciting endeavor, there are a few things you should know in order to prepare for your trip and ensure safe travels.

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Kicking Off the Year Right

September 18, 2024

This academic year, new and returning graduate students were welcomed back to campus with a plethora of fun and informative events.

Events

Careers in Law, Government & Policy

October 14, 2024

Gain insights into careers in Law, Government, and Policy from a panel of current students and recent alumni. For more information register for this virtual panel!

R Machine Learning with tidymodels: Part 1 of 2

October 14, 2024

This two-part workshop provides an introduction to machine learning algorithms using the tidymodels package. It covers what machine learning is, which problems it is most and least equipped to address, and explores the tidymodels framework…

R Geospatial Fundamentals: Part 1 of 3

October 14, 2024

Geospatial data are an important component of data visualization and analysis in the social sciences, humanities, and elsewhere. The R programming language is a great platform for exploring these data…

Python Fundamentals: Part 1 of 3

October 14, 2024

This three-part interactive workshop series is your complete introduction to programming Python for people with little or no previous programming experience. By the end of the series, you will be…

How Students Learn

October 15, 2024

The GSI Center’s Workshops on Teaching for GSIs cover a wide variety of topics related to university teaching and the GSI experience. The purpose of the series is to offer…

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