From the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education

World-class intellectual resources are the foundation of Berkeley’s excellence. From classic literature to emerging technologies, the curricula of the campus’s 130 academic departments span the wide world of thought and knowledge. These departments are organized in a system of colleges and professional schools that ensure that every student has access to personalized academic planning and advising services.

Berkeley’s professors are cutting-edge researchers and scholars, as dedicated to creating knowledge as they are to sharing it. Our Nobel laureates, MacArthur "genius" award winners, and distinguished faculty members in every field thrive within a culture committed to teaching, research, and public service. Students have a golden opportunity to learn with and from these leaders, both in lectures and small seminars. We place a premium on helping undergraduates become active participants in the adventure of scholarly discovery through their participation in research and creative projects.

A world of discovery and enlightenment awaits your student each day at Berkeley. We welcome the engagement of parents and rely on your support and involvement to help each student take full advantage of all that Cal has to offer.

Christina Maslach
Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education