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UC Berkeley Haas School of Business FAQ

Answers to common questions about Berkeley Haas full-time MBA admissions, test scores, deadlines, cost and career outcomes.

Admissions

What is the acceptance rate at UC Berkeley Haas School of Business?

Haas does not publish an acceptance rate. Its admissions FAQ says the full-time MBA receives approximately 3,700 applications in a typical year, with as many as 4,500 and as few as 2,800 in recent years.

What GMAT score do I need for Berkeley Haas?

There is no minimum GMAT or GRE score. The Class of 2027 had a median of 730 on the classic GMAT (200-800 scale, middle 80% 669-767) and 675 on the GMAT Focus Edition (205-805 scale, middle 80% 637-725).

What GPA do I need for Berkeley Haas?

Haas has no minimum GPA; its FAQ says a GPA of B (3.0) or better is generally the standard for serious consideration. The Class of 2027 average undergraduate GPA was 3.67.

Program

How long is the Berkeley Haas MBA program?

The full-time MBA runs 21 months, starting in August, with classes Monday to Thursday on the Berkeley campus.

What is the class size at Berkeley Haas?

The Class of 2027 enrolled 273 students.

How international is the Berkeley Haas MBA?

International students make up 44% of the Class of 2027, from 42 countries.

Career

What is the median salary for Berkeley Haas graduates?

The Class of 2025 median base salary was $167,250 (mean $164,930). Among graduates reporting a sign-on bonus, the median was $30,000 and the mean $35,829.

What is the job placement rate at Berkeley Haas?

By three months after graduation, 86% of Class of 2025 job seekers had received a job offer and 84% had accepted one.

What are the top industries for Berkeley Haas graduates?

For the Class of 2025: Technology (39%), Consulting (27%) and Financial Services (16%).

Financial

How much is tuition at Berkeley Haas?

Estimated 2026-27 tuition and fees for the full-time MBA are $80,510 for California residents and $92,755 for nonresidents.

What is the total cost of attendance at Berkeley Haas?

The estimated 2026-27 cost of attendance is $126,676 for residents and $138,921 for nonresidents, including tuition and fees, health insurance and living expenses.

What is the application fee for Berkeley Haas?

The application fee is $250 and is nonrefundable. Fee waivers are available to eligible applicants.

Application

What essays are required for the Berkeley Haas application?

A video essay (1 to 2 minutes) and a written essay on post-MBA career goals (300 words max). A Distance Traveled essay and an Optional Statement (300 words max each) are optional.

How many recommendation letters does Berkeley Haas require?

Two professional letters of recommendation, one from your current direct supervisor.

Does Berkeley Haas require the TOEFL or IELTS?

Applicants whose degrees are from countries where the official language is not English must submit evidence of English proficiency. Haas lists a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 90 on the former scale (5 on the scale used for tests taken on or after January 21, 2026) and an IELTS overall band of 7.

Does Berkeley Haas accept test waivers?

No. All full-time MBA candidates are required to take the GMAT or GRE before the deadline for the round in which they apply.

Culture

What is the curriculum at Berkeley Haas?

The full-time MBA has a required core curriculum, and students tailor the majority of their remaining studies through electives. Haas defines its culture by four Defining Leadership Principles: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, and Beyond Yourself.

Where is Berkeley Haas located?

UC Berkeley Haas School of Business is located in Berkeley, California, United States.

What undergraduate backgrounds do Berkeley Haas students have?

The Class of 2027 includes Engineering (17%), Economics (17%), Business/Commerce (15%) and Social Sciences (13%) majors, among others.

What industries do Berkeley Haas students come from?

The top pre-MBA industries for the Class of 2027 were Consulting (24%), High Technology/Electronics (21%) and Financial Services (20%).

Sources

  1. 1. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Admissions FAQ
  2. 2. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Class Profile (Class of 2027)
  3. 3. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Employment Report, Class of 2025
  4. 4. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Employment Report, Class of 2025 (PDF tables)
  5. 5. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Cost of Attendance, 2026-27
  6. 6. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Application Process
  7. 7. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Essays
  8. 8. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Compare Berkeley Haas MBA Programs
  9. 9. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, Full-time MBA Curriculum