UC Berkeley Pre-College Scholars (class options vary by year)

Best for: Students who want to take real UC Berkeley courses or build an academic summer around structured tracks. Day to day: Students choose from multiple program tracks, and the overall emphasis is learning from Berkeley instructors while experiencing university life and meeting other motivated students. Common pitfalls: The experience can look very different depending on track and course selection, so students should compare residential, commuter, and virtual details before applying. Verify details on the official page.