Founded in 1868, the University of California, Berkeley is one of the world’s preeminent public universities boasting more than 30,000 undergraduates, a distinguished faculty, stellar research libraries, and more than 350 academic programs. At Berkeley, we challenge the status quo and make discoveries that reshape the future. Our students develop their own voices and stand up for what they believe. They find community in a place where diversity of all kinds is celebrated, nurtured, and valued. Whether you’re a biologist or a poet, an entrepreneur or a dancer, here you’ll find a world of opportunities to help you grow and transform. What will you discover at Berkeley?