If you have been disqualified by the College, there is a separate readmission process. Review the Readmission After Disqualification page.
If you do not plan to readmit into UC Berkeley, but wish to add to the degree list, see the "Not enrolled in UC Berkeley during EGT term - Extra steps" FAQ on our Preparing for Graduation page.
If you had been previously declared or plan to declare in a CDSS major (Computer Science, Data Science, and/or Statistics), upon return, please consult with CDSS advising to discuss readmission and change of college.
Overview
If you have taken time away from the University and plan to resume your studies in a Fall or Spring semester, you will need to apply for readmission by the appropriate deadline in order to be granted access to enroll in courses and login access to your CalCentral.
To enroll in Summer Sessions, readmission is not necessary, but it is valuable to read the FAQ below for more information.
Deadlines
Readmission applications must be received by:
- June 1 for Fall semester readmission (*Priority Deadline: March 15th)
- November 1 for Spring semester readmission (*Priority Deadline: September 15th)
In order to be on time for your Phase I registration appointment, it is strongly recommended to submit your completed request by the priority deadlines. Completed requests will still be accepted after the priority deadlines, but are not guaranteed to result in a Phase I registration appointment.
You should begin this process well before the deadline. If you are required to see an adviser or clear up holds, you will need to plan well in advance so that you can meet the deadline. Incomplete readmission application packets will not be reviewed, and readmission application packets received after the deadline will not be accepted.
Readmission Eligibility Requirements
Before submitting the readmission application by the readmission deadline, you must ensure that they have resolved any potential holds and/or issues that may prevent readmission. Please refer to the Readmission Resource Guide for a full description of all these potential holds and/or issues.
Holds Listed on CalCentral
Applications with outstanding holds are not considered complete and will not be processed.
Hold on CalCentral |
How to Remove |
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Financial Holds |
If you have active financial holds of any kind, you must contact Cal Student Central in order to clear these holds from CalCentral. |
| UHS/Medical Withdrawal Hold | If you have an active Student Health Services hold, you must contact University Health Services in order to clear this hold from CalCentral. |
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Undeclared at 90+ Units Hold |
Meet with an L&S College Adviser to clear this registration hold from CalCentral. Bring a Major Declaration form signed by your intended major department to your advising appointment. If you are not prepared to declare a major at this time, you will need to complete a Conditions to Declare a Major form and a Program Plan form signed by a Major Adviser. An L&S College Adviser will review your materials during your appointment to determine if your readmission request can be approved at this time. |
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Reading & Composition Hold |
Meet with an L&S College Adviser to clear this registration hold from CalCentral. |
| Excess Units Hold | Meet with an L&S College Adviser to confirm you are within the unit ceiling or get approval for excess units. Hold must be cleared from CalCentral. |
| Outstanding Bills & Fees to the Library Hold | Readmission has been blocked by the Library. This hold can be removed after all outstanding bills and fees to the Library have been paid. For assistance, visit Pay Fees or contact Library Privileges Staff at privdesk-library@berkeley.edu. Hold must be cleared from CalCentral. |
| Adviser Hold or Advising Hold (From a major department) | Meet with an Undergraduate Major Adviser at the department that placed the hold, and work with them to have the hold lifted. Hold must be cleared from CalCentral. |
| 12+ Units of Incompletes Hold | Meet with an L&S College Adviser to clear this registration hold from CalCentral. |
Holds Not Listed on CalCentral
There may be holds that are not visible on CalCentral, but require you to meet with an L&S College Adviser prior to submitting your readmission application by the deadline.
If you are required to see an L&S College Adviser, you will need to plan well in advance so that you can meet the readmission application deadline. You are required to meet with an L&S College Adviser to discuss readmission if any of the following is applicable:
Your Situation |
What To Do |
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You left UC Berkeley while on Academic Notice. |
Meet with an L&S College Adviser to discuss strategies to transition to good standing upon your return. Please come to your appointment prepared to discuss strategies you intend to employ in order to transition to good academic standing upon your return and bring a proposed course schedule for next term. If you are unable to schedule an appointment, you can sign on to our Virtual Front Desk and request assistance. |
| You have withdrawn from a Fall or Spring semester three or more times. |
Meet with an L&S College Adviser to discuss the issues that led to the multiple (3 or more) withdrawals, and to discuss your readiness to return and successfully complete your next semester. If you are unable to schedule an appointment, you can sign on to our Virtual Front Desk and request assistance. |
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You have not attended UC Berkeley within the last 5 years. |
Meet with an L&S College Adviser to discuss any changes in policies or changes in your current educational plans during the time you were away from the University. If you have been away 10 years or more, transfer work completed prior to your initial admission to UC Berkeley or completed while you were enrolled at UC Berkeley may need to be re-evaluated. Please be prepared to present unofficial transcripts during your advising appointment with an L&S College Adviser. This will allow for an expedited evaluation of L&S degree requirements. After you have met with an L&S College Adviser, email lspetitions@berkeley.edu directly to inform us who you met with and whether they approve your readmission. If you are unable to schedule an appointment, you can sign on to our Virtual Front Desk and request assistance. |
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You may be over the unit ceiling or may be required to get approval for excess units. |
Occasionally, this hold may not be visible on CalCentral and is only identified when our staff reviews your administrative transcript. If you are unsure if you are within the unit ceiling or need approval for excess units, please meet with an L&S College Adviser to confirm. |
The Readmission Application
After making sure you meet all the Readmission eligibility requirements (see above), you can apply for readmission by submitting the “Undergraduate Readmission" eForm located on CalCentral or through an alternative method if applicable.
Read through all the following instructions carefully. If you need support on the readmission process, please visit our Virtual Front Desk.
Undergraduate Readmission eForm
CalCentral
You can submit a readmission application using the "Undergraduate Readmission" eForm. You can access the “Undergraduate Readmission” eForm by going to your CalCentral My Dashboard tab, selecting “eForms Center” under the Student Resources section, selecting “Submit an eForm,” and then selecting “Undergraduate Readmission.”
Deadlines
- Readmission for Fall Term: June 1st by 11:59pm PT
- Readmission for Spring Term: November 1st by 11:59pm PT
The “Undergraduate Readmission” eForm will be automatically routed to the appropriate offices (e.g. other schools/colleges for simultaneous degree students) for required approvals. See the FAQ at the bottom of this page for more information.
Special Instructions for the Following Groups:
The following students must submit their Undergraduate Readmission request through an alternate method. Please see further instructions listed in the tabs below. Plan ahead to get the necessary materials required on the application.
- Students who have been away from UC Berkeley for 2 or more years, and do not have an active CalNet ID
- Students who are applying for both readmission and a Change of College into L&S
- Students who are applying for Readmission after Disqualification
- Students who are applying for Readmission after Disqualification and a Change of College into L&S
Incomplete, inaccurate, or late submissions will not be processed.
Cannot Access Undergraduate Readmission eForm (Technical Difficulties or Away from UC Berkeley for 2+ years)
If you have been who have been away from UC Berkeley for 2 or more years, you do not have access to the “Undergraduate Readmission” eForm on CalCentral.
In these cases, you must instead submit a Readmission Application (Google Form) instead. Please read all the instructions on the Google Form carefully. If your application is approved, L&S Advising will submit your request to the Office of the Registrar for final processing.
Incomplete, inaccurate, or late submissions will not be processed.
I am applying for both a readmission and a Change of College into L&S.
If you are applying for both a readmission and a Change of College into L&S, you must submit a Readmission + Change of College to L&S (Google Form) instead of the Undergraduate Readmission eForm.
Please read all the instructions on the Google Form carefully. If your application is approved, L&S Advising will submit your request to the Office of the Registrar for final processing.
Incomplete, inaccurate, or late submissions will not be processed.
Important Reminders and Resources
Applications with outstanding holds (financial, medical, library, & academic holds) are not considered complete and will not be processed. To find out whether you have any holds, check your CalCentral record or contact Cal Student Central.
Any holds that require you to meet with an L&S College Advisor also need to be resolved before you apply for readmission.
If you have any questions about the readmission process, you are encouraged to review the L&S Readmission Resource Guide or visit our Virtual Front Desk for support.
FAQs
Transfer Coursework While Away
If you attended other institutions during your absence, send your official transcript from each college to UC Berkeley. If the school where you completed your courses offers electronic transcripts, please choose that option. Electronic transcripts are faster, cheaper, and more reliable than paper transcripts. You can find more information on submitting transcripts on Admissions' Submitting Transcripts to UC Berkeley page.
Medical Withdrawal Hold
Please work with University Health Services in order to release your Medical Withdrawal Hold. The Withdrawal Committee will review medical documentation and any other available information to determine your readiness to return. You still need to submit a readmission application and $70 check or money order to the College by the appropriate deadline. Please keep in mind that getting a medical clearance can be a lengthy process which can delay the approval of your readmission application by the College. It is recommended to start the process for a Medical Health Clearance early once your health has stabilized and you feel ready to return. The process of approval of a Medical Health Clearance for Readmission can take 30 days or more.
Cancelling your readmission term
If your application for readmission has been approved but you decide to take additional time away from the University, you will need to cancel your registration (see information on Withdrawal). When you are ready to return you will need to apply for readmission again, which includes paying the $70 fee.
Limits on Time Away
You can take as much time away from the University as you need. Sometimes students wish to explore other opportunities, have family responsibilities, or must complete compulsory military service in their home country. As long as you have not earned a bachelor’s degree at another institution, are in good academic standing, have not exceeded your semester and unit ceiling limits, and do not have any restrictions on your readmission that you must satisfy before returning, you can return to UC Berkeley. If you have taken time away, you should reach out to your (intended) major department and College to inquire about any changes in major or College requirements.
Summer Sessions
Applying for readmission is not required to attend UC Berkeley Summer Session as readmission only applies to Fall or Spring semesters. You can enroll in UC Berkeley Summer Sessions without readmitting by following the instructions for visiting students. However, it's important to note that if you register in Summer Session as a visiting student, you will pay visiting student fees, which are more expensive than continuing student fees. You are eligible to be considered "continuing" if you have been readmitted into Fall semester prior to the start of the Summer Session preceding that Fall. Your status as continuing or visiting may also impact financial aid.
For more information about whether you will be categorized as a visiting or continuing student, contact UC Berkeley Summer Sessions.
Last enrolled 10+ years ago
Due to UC Berkeley’s record retention policy, students who have been inactive for more than 10 years may be required to re-submit transcripts from other institutions they’ve attended, including high school transcripts. This refers to transfer work completed prior to your initial admission to UC Berkeley or completed while you were enrolled at UCB. Upon scheduling an advising appointment, please email your adviser to verify if you need to re-submit any transcripts. Re-submitting transcripts is not required to move forward with the readmission process.