Cost
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Funding your future
Education is life-changing. Our innovative financial aid programs make a world class education a reality for thousands of Berkeley students every year. This includes more than $1 billion awarded in financial aid annually. We take pride in knowing that 38% of students pay nothing out of pocket for tuition due to grants and scholarships and that around two-thirds of students receive some form of financial aid. Funding your future is possible.
Estimated personal expenses for the 2025-26 academic year
| Living arrangement for | Living in a campus residence hall | Living in an on-campus apartment | Living in an off-campus apartment | Living with relatives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $17,478 | $17,478 | $17,478 | $17,478 |
| Living Expenses | $22,398 | $19,560 | n/a | n/a |
| Student Health Insurance Plan | $4,858 | $4,858 | $4,858 | $4,858 |
| Total Direct Undergraduate Costs | $44,734 | $41,866 | $22,336 | $22,336 |
| Total Cost of Attendance (including Personal Expenses) | $51,904 | $52,692 | $47,552 | $38,434 |