Does UC Berkeley offer full scholarships for international students?

I'm an international student and UC Berkeley is my dream school! I'm really curious about any full scholarships they might offer to international students. Does anybody have details on eligibility and application process?

Indeed, UC Berkeley does offer some scholarships to international students. However, it's important to note that these scholarships are highly competitive, given UC Berkeley's high standing and large international student population.

One such award is the Regents' and Chancellor's Scholarship, the most prestigious scholarship offered to entering undergraduates, which includes international students. It provides a renewable $2,500 per year stipend. While not a full scholarship, it is a significant honor and can be coupled with other financial resources to help offset costs.

Also, the Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students is another opportunity exclusively for international students admitted to UC Berkeley. The award varies in amount and depends on the individual financial situation of the student.

Especially for these scholarships, keep in mind that demonstrating exceptional academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and impacting your community positively are crucial.

As for the application process, you don't need to submit a separate application for these scholarships. You'll be automatically considered when you apply for admission. The financial aid office and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions collaborate to review and pick the recipients based on the data in your application.

Lastly, it's helpful to explore external scholarship opportunities that are open to international students. There are organizations outside of UC Berkeley that offer scholarships without restrictions on the college or university you attend. So cast your net wide and explore as many scholarship opportunities as possible. Good luck!