Career questions tagged uc-berkeley


How to manage a double major at Cal?
I'm a high school senior who was recently accepted to Berkeley. My goal is to graduate with two degrees in four years: a B.S. in Atmospheric Sciences, and a B.S. (B.A. if possible) in Physics. Can anyone who has double majored at Berkeley give tips on managing coursework?

What are things to start working towards being in 9th grade?
I am currently in 9th grade and am wondering what types of programs or things that I can do currently. To build up my portfolio for college. To be more specific I want to go to school for early childhood education or to become a social worker. Some schools that I have heard to be good for those fields are UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, La Verne, etc. These are some of the schools that I am trying to work towards. I am already in a scholarship program that is helping me build it up through their help but we only meet around once a month and I know that I can be doing much more than I am currently.

Is it true that colleges are not looking into SAT or ACT scores?
I struggle with standardized testing. Many of my classmates and students my age are taking the SAT. If I consider going test optional, will that lower my chances to getting into my dream colleges(UCs)?

How do I get into UC Berkeley? What kind of students would be a good fit for this school?
As a dedicated rising junior with a passion for political science, business, and law, I'm driven by a profound interest in understanding legal systems. I aspire to leverage this passion into an undergraduate degree in political science, ultimately leading to pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. I believe in the power of change and am actively working to create change through activism. I am resourceful and determined, consistently demonstrating strong analytical capabilities and a robust work ethic. My organizational skills and ability to multitask efficiently enable me to excel in both academic and extracurricular endeavors. Collaboration is one of my strengths; I thrive in team environments and am committed to leading with positivity and integrity. Thank you in advance! I hope you have a wonderful day!

What part of the essay do the UC Berkeley admissions officers most appreciate, and what are some crucial elements to include?
Are there any facets to specifically include in my essay or application for UC Berkeley? What are some unique facts (i.e. UC Berkeley historical emphasis) to include in my application? As a dedicated rising junior with a passion for political science, business, and law, I'm driven by a profound interest in understanding legal systems. I aspire to leverage this passion into an undergraduate degree in political science, ultimately leading to pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. I believe in the power of change and am actively working to create change through activism. I am resourceful and determined, consistently demonstrating strong analytical capabilities and a robust work ethic. My organizational skills and ability to multitask efficiently enable me to excel in both academic and extracurricular endeavors. Collaboration is one of my strengths; I thrive in team environments and am committed to leading with positivity and integrity. Thank you in advance! I hope you have a wonderful day!

What is a good pathway in order to get into a cybersecurity pathway?
I will be entering my freshman year at UC Berkeley this fall and am earning a GIAC certification over the summer. My dream has always been to enter cybersecurity and I want to learn how to effectively join the community as a changemaker.

Haas Business School of Berkeley
My career goal statement did not change at all, since I am still planning on entering the business industry. i hope to be able to get accepted into the Haas school of business at Berkeley, to pursue higher and better education.

Minimum GPA of Haas
what is a typical grade you would need to maintain in your freshman to sophomore year of college in order to get into a business program like Haas? in terms of GPA wise