What does it take to get into UC Berkeley?

goberkeleybears
Tue, 06 Aug 2013 03:53:08 +0000

Hi mothergoldenbear,

Thanks so much for your response! It is encouraging to know that one does not have to obtain super high stats to get into Berkeley! I was surprised that your son’s friend did not take subject tests. However, it is true that they are not required and he must have shown great leadership skills. As for the other friends, it was great that they had APs in certain subjects to show their skills and preferences. In my case, I decided to take different subjects regarding APs as I love all subjects and would like to raise my GPA. In addition, it was good to know about L and S as I did not know much about it until you mentioned it. Your help is greatly appreciated… Thanks again! :)