UC Berkeley Regents and Chancellors' Scholarship

Selection Process

Approximately the top 2% of applicants receive invitations for interviews for the UC Berkeley Regents and Chancellors' Scholarship annually.

Interview Details

Receiving an interview invitation means you have already been accepted to UC Berkeley
The interview process is described as friendly and not particularly challenging
Most semifinalists who present themselves adequately appear to receive the scholarship
Interviewers may or may not have expertise related to your intended major or field of study, so preparation for various topics is recommended

Scholarship Benefits

Financial Aid

The monetary scholarship amount varies based on individual financial need. Some recipients receive modest amounts, while others receive substantial tuition support.

Course Registration Priority

Regents scholars receive priority enrollment for all courses. This advantage is significant because:

Desirable classes and preferred time slots fill quickly at Berkeley
Course selection occurs in phases before each semester
Regents scholars have earlier phase times than most university students, including some seniors (with exceptions for athletes)
This priority access reduces stress during course selection and allows students to build optimal schedules