UC Berkeley
One of the top public universities in the country and a founding force behind Silicon Valley — Berkeley's Bay Area location puts it in the middle of the global tech industry.
#20
QS World Rank 2027
#1
Public University in the US (US News)
$30M+
Scholarships & Financial Aid
45,000+
Students, 120+ Countries
Why Berkeley
Why Indian students choose Berkeley
America's Top Public University
Berkeley ranks #20 globally (QS 2027) and is regularly ranked the #1 public university in the US by US News.
Birthplace of the Free Speech Movement & More
A long history of shaping American culture, science, and technology.
OPT Work Authorization
F-1 graduates can work in the US for up to 12 months (36 for STEM) through Optional Practical Training.
Haas School of Business
A top-10 US business school known for its focus on innovation and leadership.
Deep Silicon Valley Ties
Minutes from San Francisco, Berkeley feeds directly into the Bay Area tech ecosystem.
World-Leading EECS Department
Consistently one of the top computer science and engineering programs globally.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
Master of Engineering (EECS)
College of Engineering
Master of Financial Engineering
Haas School of Business
Master of Analytics
College of Computing, Data Science & Society
BA Economics
Department of Economics
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Financial Engineering | $78,000 total | 1 year |
| Master of Analytics | $66,000 total | 1 year |
| Master of Engineering (EECS) | $58,000 total | 1 year |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)
TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score
SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs
Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation
Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Berkeley International Office Grant
Partial tuition support (limited)
Haas Merit Fellowship
Partial to full tuition
Berkeley Graduate Fellowship
Full tuition + stipend
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at Berkeleystarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to Berkeleyfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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