<p>Hello, I have two questions:
- I’m very interested in Berkeley, but I’ve heard their financial aid for out-staters is AWFUL. To what extent is that true? Because, honestly, that’s be the only reason I won’t be apply.</p>
<li> I’ve heard conflicting reports on Berkeley’s admission rate for out-staters. (I’m from Minnesota, BTW.) So, is the admissions rate for out-state higher or lower than Cali residents?</li>
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<p>Thank you so much! I would love to do environmental engineering at Berkeley.</p>
<p>Admission rates for OOS is considerably lower than california reidents and even lower in the college of engineering.</p>
<p>If OoS financial aid is a concern, you do not want to apply to Berkeley. OoSers have to pay OoS tuition. There is no "financial aid" for OoS tuition. In addition, most in-staters pay part of the "fees" with Cal Grants which you, as an OoSer, will not receive.</p>
<p>Honestly, Berkeley is not really a great choice for someone who does not get California prices. Practically any other school will be cheaper and even the comparable private school options -- including the Ivies -- will give you better aid despite the seeming price difference.</p>
<p>"Admission rates for OOS is considerably lower than california reidents and even lower in the college of engineering."</p>
<p>The admit rate for OOS for Fall 2008 was 17.2% and 23.6% for Cali residents. Of course, self-selection may be more effective among out-of-state applicants, but I'd say the difficulty of admission to Berkeley from out-of-state is definitely overstated.</p>
<p>Note, OOS did not include internationals. The international admit rate was 22.7%.</p>
<p>I'm out-of-state and I got a good amount of financial aid. However, much of it is need-based. So, you might as well apply and see what type of aid they give you.</p>
<p>I would apply, see what happens. Worst case you don't go because you can't afford it. There are some merit scholarships you could possibly get, etc. The application is relatively painless.</p>
<p>Thanks for all the advice! I THINK I will apply just 'cause... Hope everything will work out.</p>