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Table of Contents23456-78-9 101112131415Calendar and ContactAbout Summer SessionsAbout UC BerkeleySummer in the Bay AreaCoursesSpecial Programs and Certificates Summer English Language StudiesTuition and FeesInternational Student RequirementsHousingSessions by Subject AreaChecklistAt UC Berkeley,learning doesn’t take asummer break.CALENDAR 2022May23-27Session AMay 30June 3Six WeeksSession BJune6-10June13-17June20-24June 27July May 23 - July 1Ten WeeksJune 6 - August 12Session CEight WeeksSession DJoin us for Berkeley Summer Sessions, one of the largest and most exciting summer programs inthe United States.June 21 - August 12Six WeeksAt UC Berkeley, learning doesn’t take a summer break. In fact, during the past two pandemicsummers, UC Berkeley saw record breaking enrollments. Each summer, over 16,000 students tookcourses, earned certificates, and formed new friendships in Berkeley’s virtual world of programsand instruction.Whether taught by remote, online, or in-person delivery, we offer more than 600 courses to choosefrom, letting you accelerate your learning while experiencing the academic rigor Berkeley is known for.July 5 - August 12Three WeeksJuly 25 - August 12Session EWhy study at UC Berkeley?Three WeeksJuly 5 - July 22Session F1 CHALLENGE YOURSELFSession 12W12 WeeksComplete semester-length courses at an accelerated pace alongside UC Berkeley students in just one summer.May 23 - August 122 DEVELOP YOUR GLOBAL COMMUNITYLearn with students from Berkeley and around the world. More than 16,000 students have been attending SummerSessions each year, including more than 5,000 visiting domestic and international students.University HolidaysMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayMonday, May 30Monday, June 20Monday, July 43 EXPERIENCE AN ACADEMIC LEGACYBe part of a world-renowned university this summer. From individual courses to certificate programs, stand out with aUC Berkeley transcript.No classes will be heldWho can join Summer Sessions?CONTACT USBerkeley Summer Sessions1995 University Avenue, Suite 130Berkeley, CA 94704-7026Phone: 1 510 642-5611summer@berkeley.edu summer.berkeley.edu2Berkeley Summer Sessions welcomes UC Berkeley students, other UC students, visiting domestic and internationalstudents from other colleges, and community members to enroll in summer courses.How do I apply?To participate in Berkeley Summer Sessions, apply online at summer.berkeley.edu starting in February. Because there aremultiple sessions with various start and end dates, check summer.berkeley.edu/apply for specific information. Check withyour home institution prior to enrolling for guidelines regarding Summer Sessions.3
About UC BerkeleyA Tradition of ExcellenceThe University of California was founded in 1868, born out of a vision in the State Constitution of a university that would “contributeeven more than California’s gold to the glory and happiness of advancing generations.” The first campus—envisioned as a “City ofLearning”—was established at Berkeley, near the San Francisco Bay. Today the world’s premier public university and a wellspringof innovation, UC Berkeley occupies a 1,232-acre campus with a park-like 178-acre central core. It is the oldest of 10 University ofCalifornia campuses.With its mission of teaching, research, and public service, Berkeley, or “Cal” as alumni know it, is one of the world’s mostdistinguished institutions of higher education. It is renowned for the excellence of its faculty and students, the scope of its researchand publications, the size and quality of its library collections, and the excellence of its laboratory and educational facilities.AcademicsHealth and WellnessBerkeley academic programs are recognized internationallyfor their excellence. You can expect a rigorous academicexperience during your summer studies. The acceleratedinstruction of Summer Sessions means that you will learn asemester’s worth of material in just one summer. Berkeleycourses are known for an engaged learning style where youinteract frequently with the instructor and other students.With continuous assessment, you are evaluated over theduration of the course through work such as quizzes, exams, labassignments, papers, attendance, and class participation.University Health Services (UHS) provides comprehensivemedical, mental health, insurance, and health promotionservices to all Berkeley students. Services are offered at theTang Center on campus as well as virtual phone and videoappointments for many of our services. UHS is staffed by over200 nurses, nurse practitioners, doctors, health educators,psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, peer-to-peerstudent health workers, and more. To learn more, visituhs.berkeley.edu.In addition, membership to the campus Recreational SportsFacility is included in fees. Rec Sports members enjoy access totwo recreation centers, four pools, free drop-in group exerciseclasses, discounts on personal training, outdoor programs, andmore. For remote students, RSF offers free resources, virtualclasses, online videos, and more. Visit recsports.berkeley.edu/online for more information.Academic SupportBerkeley offers a range of support services to help you achieveacademic success. Academic advisers are available to answerquestions about selecting courses. Instructors hold facultyoffice hours where you can discuss course material. TheStudent Learning Center provides tutoring and study groupsfor Summer Sessions students.Campus SafetyUC Berkeley has its own dedicated, full-service policedepartment that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a weekfor all UC Berkeley properties in the Bay Area. The department,in partnership with Campus Parking & Transportation Services,offers free Night Safety Services, including the BearWALKescort service and evening shuttles at nightsafety.berkeley.edu. The Berkeley campus partners with the Everbridgecompany (warnme.berkeley.edu) to deliver safety messagesto you via opt-in text, email, or both in the event of animmediate threat to safety or health affecting the campuscommunity. To learn more, visit police.berkeley.edu.LibrariesUC Berkeley is home to one of the finest research libraries inthe U.S., encompassing over thirteen million items housed inover twenty libraries, along with access to an extensive arrayof online resources. Online collections include e-books, journalarticles, international newspapers, streaming media, digitizedprimary sources and more. Research assistance is available via24/7 chat and zoom appointments. Visit us at lib.berkeley.edu.4Summer inthe Bay AreaEnjoy summer in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area!Centrally located, Berkeley is just 25 minutes from downtownSan Francisco and within an hour of most local attractions,including national parks, museums, shopping, restaurants,and nightlife.Things to DoSEE THE SIGHTS. Walk across the GoldenGate Bridge, stroll down twisty Lombard Street, ride acable car, visit lively Chinatown, and take a tour ofAlcatraz Island.If you are enrolled in online learning, you can still experiencethe unique culture of the San Francisco Bay Area throughthe many virtual events and activities organized by SummerSessions staff.EAT DELICIOUS FOOD. The Bay Area is a food lover’sparadise, with fine local restaurants, farmer’s markets, and athriving food truck scene.Virtual Opportunities forRemote StudentsCELEBRATE WITH THE LOCALS. Enjoy music, art, andThrough a student-centered portal called the Cub Hub,students will be able to take advantage of staff-ledworkshops focused on wellness, student success, and careerdevelopment. Workshops will cover topics such as self-caretips, accessing the Tang Center, utilizing technology forsuccessful learning, and working with the Career Center.cultural events, such as the Oakland Art Soul Festival,SF Pride Celebration, and more!VISIT A MUSEUM. Experience some of California’s bestart, natural history, culture, and science museums, many ofwhich have discounted admission for students.GET OUTDOORS. The Bay Area has some of the mostAdditionally, there are numerous online experiences that allowremote students to experience the culture of Berkeley. TheBerkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) hasvarious online exhibits and streaming events and the famousUC Botanical Garden has developed resources to engagefrom home.beautiful parklands in the nation, including the MarinHeadlands, Muir Woods National Monument, andPoint Reyes National Seashore.5
CoursesChoose from undergraduate courses in more than 80 subjects, including arts, engineering, humanities, natural sciences, socialsciences, and the professional fields of architecture, business, education, public health, and social welfare.Course NumberingGradingEach UC Berkeley course listing includes a number that indicates whether a courseis undergraduate, graduate, or professional level. Use the chart below to determinethe level of your course.The work of all students on the UCBerkeley campus is reported in terms ofthe following grades:Courses are offered in three, six, eight, ten, or twelve week intensive sessions. All courses are regular university courses and arerecorded on an official UC Berkeley transcript.Course Numbering ChartGrading ScaleWhile completion of summer courses does result in a UC Berkeley transcript, participating in this education program does not initself provide preference in admission to the University of California.UNDERGRADUATESample Class Schedule (Six-Week Session)UGBA 102Introduction to FinancialAccounting (3 units)ASTRONOMY C12The Planets (3 units)MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY8-10:30 a.m(lecture)8-10:30 a.m.(discussion)8-10:30 a.m.(lecture)8-10:30 a.m.(discussion)None1-3 p.m.(lecture)None1-3 p.m.(lecture)1-3 onOpen tofreshmen andsophomores;not acceptablefor upperdivision credit.UpperDivisionOrdinarily opento studentswho havecompleted atleast one lowerdivision coursein the givensubject or twoyears of collegework.Ordinarilyopen onlyto studentswho havecompleted atleast 18 upperdivision unitsbasic to thesubject matterof the course.NonePROFESSIONAL300-399400-499Offered inEducationand otherdepartments,and arespecificallydesigned forteachers eptabletowardacademicdegreesonly withinlimitationsprescribedby a college,school, orthe GraduateDivision).AExcellentBGoodCFairDBarely passedFFailurePPassed at a minimumlevel of C- forundergraduate studentsNPSSatisfactory, passed at aminimum level of B- forgraduate studentsUUnsatisfactoryIWork incomplete due tocircumstances beyondthe student’s control, butof passing qualityCourse ListingsThere are different formats available to participate in coursesand students are able to tell a specific course’s instructionalmode and format by checking the details in the course listing.With certain exceptions, the default instructional mode forSummer 2022 will be in-person. The anticipated exceptions are: Class sections with enrollments of 200 or more and alimited number of discussion sections associated with thesesections. UC Berkeley online courses A small number of classes and discussion sections in whichinstructors have requested and received approval to teachremotely.Courses that are coded as “in person” will meet completelyor primarily in person, and physical attendance on campus isexpected. These courses are not required to offer a remoteoption.A complete schedule of summer courses and descriptions is available online atclasses.berkeley.edu.ONLINE: Courses have been specifically designed to be taughtEnrollment for Summer Sessions opens in February. Visit summer.berkeley.edu/international for instructions for visiting international students.in an online setting using asynchronous instruction. These classeshave undergone months of development to ensure consistentteaching pedagogy to provide a full learning experience.WEB-BASED: These courses are taught in an online setting, butmay have synchronous (real-time) components. So while taughtremotely, any class times outlined in the class schedule would stillapply to classes with synchronous instruction. Visiting studentshoping to take a synchronous course should take schedulinginto consideration especially if they intend to access the courseoutside of the Pacific time zone.Given that classes will be primarily in-person, most studentsshould plan on being present on campus. International students with questions about their visaconditions may view the latest guidance from BerkeleyInternational Office on their COVID-19 Updates website. Students who require disability-related accommodationsfor classes, whether online or in person, should contact theDisabled Students’ Program.To find out the mode of instruction before enrolling, use the“mode of instruction” filter in the Academic Guide’s ClassSchedule or the Cal Central Schedule of Classes.6EnrollmentPrerequisitesMany Summer Sessions courses have prerequisites which are indicated in thecourse description. Before enrolling, check that you meet all prerequisites for eachcourse. If unsure whether you meet a prerequisite, contact the course departmentor instructor and be prepared to provide documentation of your previouscoursework (e.g. syllabi, course descriptions, transcripts).Credit TransferConsult with your home institution regarding transfer of UC Berkeley coursework.Be prepared to provide course descriptions, syllabi, and other course informationas required by your home institution.7Not passedIPWork in progress, finalgrade to be assignedupon completion ofentire course sequenceThe grades A, B, C, and D may bemodified by plus ( ) or minus (-)suffixes.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMSA summer certificate can enrich your area of study and give you the freedom to develop the skills in a subject you love. Manycertificates have the flexibility of online course options and unique elective choices, allowing you to tailor your summerexperience. Enroll in the entire certificate program or select the individual courses that interest you most. Plus, you can earncourse credit on a Berkeley transcript and a certificate upon completion of all requisite coursework. Most certificate programscan be completed in one summer or more.Clinical & CounselingPsychologySpecial Programs and CertificatesSPECIAL PROGRAMSExploring the Liberal Arts (online)Exploring the Liberal Arts: Letters & Science W1 is a two-unit online coursethat gives you an overview of the intellectual riches of UC Berkeley’s College ofLetters & Science.LEARN MORE: summer.berkeley.edu/ls1Berkeley Charter of Professional AccountancyGain the accounting knowledge to prepare for the Certified Public Accountant(CPA) exam and skills that translate to careers in economics, finance, andaccounting.LEARN MORE: bcpa.berkeley.eduHigh School StudentsEarn college credit and experience university life in the Pre-College ScholarsProgram. Residential, commuter, virtual, and non-credit options are available.LEARN MORE: precollege.berkeley.eduArchitecture andDesign ProgramsDisc* (Design & Innovationfor Sustainable Cities) is animmersive five week summerprogram that explores aninterdisciplinary and multi-scalarapproach to design and analysis inthe urban environment.The Summer [IN]STITUTEis an intensive six week coursethat is designed to introduceparticipants to the material andculture of architecture, landscapearchitecture or sustainable cityplanning, and geared toward thosewho are considering graduatestudy in those fields.LEARN MORE:ced.berkeley.edu/academics/summer-programsThe Developing ChildDigital Humanities (online)Explore the major theories andissues in applied mental healthprofessions across differentpractice settings.Integrate research, practice, andpolicy with problem-solving andimplementation skills to enrich yourapproach to working with childrenfrom birth to age 8.Learn how to employ powerful digitaltools to create, organize, analyze, andrepresent your research projects indigital forms.LEARN MORE:summerminors.berkeley.eduLEARN MORE:thedevelopingchild.berkeley.eduEducating for the21st Century (online)Educating for the 21stCentury: Teaching Englishto Multilingual StudentsExplore issues concerningcontemporary education, from digitalenvironments to global schooling,and get real-world experience asteacher-mentors through our uniquepracticum experience.LEARN MORE :gse.berkeley.edu/online-ed-minorGlobal Public HealthEnhance your preparation forcareers in the dynamic, growingpublic health field and for clinicalgraduate training.LEARN uate/globalpublic-healthRace and the LawExamine the fundamentalinterconnections between race andthe law within and beyond the U.S.and explore the role of the law increating and contesting social power.LEARN inor8(online)Earn theoretical knowledge andpractical experience in the teachingof English as a second language.LEARN MORE:summerdigitalhumanities.berkeley.eduFilm & Media Industriesand ProfessionsLearn about the industry structuresthat govern a broad range of mediaprofessions, fields, and practicesfor students interested in pursuingcareers in film and h-multilingual-studentsLEARN icate-programJournalism in theDigital AgePerformance & Culturein the U.SGain real world experience using thecore techniques of reporting andwriting, video, photography, audio,and social media to build audiencesand get your work noticed.Develop or deepen your knowledgeof U.S. cultural literacy andintercultural communication skills.LEARN MORE:LEARN MORE:LEARN onsible ProcessImplementationSolve real-life industrial processengineering problems and learn howto effectively and ethically perform ina business environment.LEARN tyEquip yourself with the tools fortackling the most pressing issuesfacing the world today.LEARN MORE:erg.berkeley.edu/academics/sustainability
Summer English Language StudiesTuition and FeesElite language programThis chart represents the estimated tuition and fees for avisiting international student taking two courses (three unitseach) during a six-week session. Challenging classes for motivated students, from high-beginners to even the most advanced learnersUniquely qualified instructors with expertise in teaching English for a variety of specific purposesInnovative, engaging classroom environmentsCourse Materials and Service FeeSome departments charge a Course Materials and Service Feefor specific classes, such as those with science or computerlabs, photography labs, physical education courses, andart supplies. The Course Materials and Service Fee is nonrefundable and should be noted in the Class Schedule atclasses.berkeley.edu.Application Fee: 25 paid at the time of application(non-refundable)Two levels of studyPrepare: Ideal for undergraduates, these classes prepare you for academic work in EnglishTuition and Fees* There may be additional fee(s) for special programs notincluded on this page. ** Summer tuition and fees must bepaid in full within seven calendar days after enrollment, or youwill be dropped from your class(es).Refine: Ideal for working professionals and graduate students, these classes offer a unique challenge at the advancedlevel you need.Course TuitionClasses that meet your needs and interests(two three-unit courses at 570 per unit)More than 65 classes including:English for Specific Professional andAcademic PurposesEnglish Through Culture and MediaLearn English through the topics you love. Food Culture Social Issues Popular Music Film Literature Broadway Musicals Humor, and more!Gain the language knowledge needed to advanceyour career. Business English and Writing Legal English and Writing English for Science and Engineering English for Art and Design Job Search and Networking Skills University Admissions Expectations, and more! 3,420Registration Fee 450International Service Fee 400Document Management FeeTOTAL 63 4,333This chart does not reflect costs for books, supplies, incidentals,and housing. Expenses vary with the length of study and all feesare subject to change. For detailed fee information, n/fees.Programs that fit your scheduleIntensive Skill Practice in English Three- and six-week programs On-campus and online classesGet the skill practice you need to succeed in schooland work. Academic and Public Speaking Academic Writing Conflict Resolution Test Preparation Writing in the Digital Media, and more!Learning beyond the classroomUnique fieldwork assignments: Apply classroom concepts as youexplore the Bay Area and historic Berkeley campus.LEARN MORE:summerenglish.berkeley.edu1011
International Student RequirementsFull-Time Student StatusVisa and ImmigrationBerkeley International Office encourages all internationalstudents traveling to Berkeley to enroll full-time and obtain theappropriate student visa status for study. In most cases, visitinginternational students should apply for an F-1 visa. Internationalstudents with an F-1 I-20 certificate of eligibility documentissued by UC Berkeley must be enrolled full time for the entiresummer session period noted on your I-20. Full-time studentstatus varies depending on what session(s) you enroll in anddoes not apply for students taking online classes. For details,see ull-time.International (non-immigrant) students coming to the UnitedStates from abroad with the primary intention of study shouldnormally obtain F-1 visa status for Summer Sessions (Studentswho wish to attend in J-1 visa status should review informationhere: eed docs). To apply for an F-1 visa at a U.S. Embassy orConsulate in your country, request an F-1 I-20 document whenyou register for Berkeley Summer Sessions by completing theVSIS task in Cal Central. The Berkeley International Office is theresponsible office for issuing I-20s.Please note: As the pandemic may continue to influencevisa issuance and entry into the U.S. to study, the BerkeleyInternational Office will reach out to internationalstudents directly with any required communications aboutthe pandemic and associated travel and immigrationrestrictions.English Proficiency RequirementIf you are from a country in which the official language is notEnglish, you are required to submit official evidence of Englishlanguage proficiency.All applicants must meet the English Proficiency Requirementregardless of citizenship, unless one of the following itemsapplies:International students coming from abroad are requiredto have valid visas in their passports to enter the UnitedStates (Canadian citizens do not need visas, but do need theI-20 for entry in student status). For more information, r. You are from a country exempt from the EnglishProficiency Requirement You enroll exclusively in Summer English Language Studiescourses Your university has been granted an exemption based onan affiliation agreementThe Berkeley International Office only provides visa advisingand assistance to visiting international students who enter theUnited States using a UC Berkeley visa document (I-20 orDS-2019).For more information regarding the English ProficiencyRequirement, see ncy-requirement.Health InsuranceMedical care in the United States can be very expensive.Hospital costs can average 4,000- 5,000 USD per day. Healthinsurance coverage is required to meet these unexpectedexpenses. If you plan to come to Berkeley, you should purchasea health insurance policy before you arrive in the UnitedStates. This policy should cover all medical and hospital costs,or provide you with a minimum of 50,000 for each accidentor illness, have a deductible of 500 or less for each accidentor illness, cover at least 75% of hospital and physician costsfrom the time you leave your current residence to the day youplan to return. For more information, visit ssion-students.HousingUniversity Housing:Residence Halls & ApartmentsInternational HouseLocated in the southeast foothills of the Berkeley campus,International House is a historic and architecturally strikingcampus housing facility and intercultural program center forU.S. and international students. At I-House, you will spendyour summer living with a diverse group of residents, includinggraduate students, laboratory researchers, visiting scholars,and exchange students from around the world. To qualify forsummer residency, you must be over the age of 18 and enrolledin full-time study or research at UC Berkeley or a nearby,approved educational institution.University Housing has many housing options available thatprovide convenience and safety for students, fostering anenvironment for success that you can’t find off-campus.Residence Halls include shared lounges and communalbathrooms with all-gender and single-gender floors. Apartmentsare single-gender that share a bathroom, kitchen, and livingroom. All locations are furnished, equipped with wirelessinternet, utilities, custodial services, and more!Additionally, live-in Residential Life staff provide communitydevelopment activities, wellness programs, and social outings toensure a successful and fulfilling summer.I-House offers fully furnished double and single roomaccommodations. Floors are co-ed, with the exception ofthe 8th floor Women’s Hall. The I-House room and board feefor the summer includes 10 meals per week in the I-HouseDining Commons. I-House is within walking distance of thecentral campus and is near downtown Berkeley. I-Houseprovides a variety of spaces for work and recreation, includinga library, resident lounges, game rooms, and a computercenter. Conference rooms and a small kitchen are available forresidents’ special events. The International House Café is openevery day for meeting with friends over coffee. A broad programof activities and outings is also offered throughout the summer.The included meal plan offers flexibility at our dining commonsand on-campus retail locations, all of which feature a varietyof cuisines and dietary options. Take advantage of the manybenefits of living on-campus and apply beginning February 1.Assignments are provided first come, first served.LEARN MORE:housing.berkeley.edu/summer-housing/homeFor more details or to apply online, visit: ihouse.berkeley.edu/summer-housing.Additional OptionsStudents in J-1 visa status are required to maintain adequatehealth insurance for the duration of their program. Informationabout J-1 health insurance requirements can be found atinternationaloffice.berkeley.edu/j insurance.12In addition to university-affiliated housing, you may also consideroptions in student cooperatives, private rooms and apartments,sublets, and homestays. For information on these options, visitsummer.berkeley.edu/housing.13
Sessions by Subject AreaSummer Sessions ChecklistAs you start browsing summer courses, consider that each session generally focuses on a certain area of study. If you alreadyknow which subjects you want to pursue, you can narrow your search to certain sessions and create a multi-session summercalendar that works for you.Review instructions for visiting international students at summer.berkeley.edu/internationalCheck with your home institution for guidelines regarding participation in Summer SessionsThe graphic below lists each session and its corresponding area of focus.Research courses at classes.berkeley.eduEnroll in Summer Sessions courses at summer.berkeley.edu beginning in FebruarySESSIONAArts &HumanitiesSESSIONDSocial Sciences& h as aSecond Language(ESL)SESSIONCScience, Technology,Engineering, and Math(STEM)SESSIONFESL and UpperDivisionIf you are coming to Berkeley:Apply for your student visaMake housing arrangements for summer as soon as possible after registrationPurchase health insuranceNON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTThe University of California, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, does not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition(cancer related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformedservices. The University also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment inUniversity programs and activities.Photos courtesy of: Keegan Houser, Elena Zhukova, and UC Regents1415
Summer Sessions1995 University Avenue, Suite 130Berkeley, CA ysummer@ucberkeleysummersummer.berkeley.eduSummer Sessions 162022
3 Table of Contents 2 Calendar and Contact 3 About Summer Sessions 4 About UC Berkeley 5 Summer in the Bay Area 6-7 Courses 8-9 Special Programs and Certiicates 10 Summer English Language Studies 11 Tuition and Fees 12 International Student Requirements 13 Housing 14 Sessions by Subject Area 15 Checklist CALENDAR 2022 May 23-27 May 30-June 3 June 6-10 June 13-17 June 20-24
