The Berkeley Global Computing and Data Science Program offers undergraduate students from the United States and abroad the opportunity to pursue academic studies at the UC Berkeley College of Computing, Data Science, and Society.
Students will benefit from an academic environment at UC Berkeley that encourages intellectual curiosity and interdisciplinary collaboration. Participants of the program will study at the world's top-ranked public university and experience academic excellence through coursework taught by leading faculty.
Immerse yourself in our community, gain new perspectives and explore solutions to society’s greatest challenges through computing and data science:
- Study alongside other UC Berkeley students: Build friendships, broaden your worldview and develop your global network by interacting with other students.
- Immerse yourself in the San Francisco Bay Area: Forge meaningful connections with industry leaders and faculty while engaging with the Silicon Valley ecosystem to align your academic experience with your individual career goals.
- Explore hundreds of courses: Discover courses and programs that may not be available at your home institutions, and expand your academic interests while earning transferable credit toward your degree.
- Earn a UC Berkeley certificate: Add a world-recognized credential to further your education and career.
Fall 2026 Application Submission Deadline is June 5, 2026.