High School

Berkeley Summer Sessions welcomes high school students from all over the world to take Berkeley undergraduate courses through our Pre-College Scholars program. 

Berkeley Pre-College Scholars can choose from hundreds of lower-division courses offered over the summer in six- or eight-week sessions. 

High school students can also participate in the embARC Summer Design Academy offered through the College of Environmental Design.

Discover if a university like Berkeley is right for you!

Berkeley Pre-College Scholars website

Benefits of the Berkeley Pre-College Scholars Program

Earn university credit

Take UC Berkeley courses and earn credits that show you’re up for a challenge.

Make friends

Grow your network through activities, workshops, excursions, and more.

Prepare for college life

Explore campus, connect with professors, and learn college application tips.

Experience California

Enjoy a summer of learning in the vibrant Bay Area.

Steps to Enroll

1

Explore lower-division Summer Sessions courses in the Class Schedule at classes.berkeley.edu..

2

Determine which Pre-College Scholars track is best for you on the Pre-College website.

3

Review application steps for your specific track.

4

Get ready to apply beginning in February!

2026 Session Schedule

Session A

May 26-July 2

Session B

June 8-August 14

Session C

June 22-August 14

Session D

July 6-August 14

Session E

July 27-August 14

Session F

July 6-July 24

Session 12W

May 26-August 14