B.S Bioengineering/Materials Science and Engineering at UC-Berkeley [UC BERKELEY], Berkeley Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

B.Sc. in Bioengineering/Materials Science and Engineering at University of California: Fees, Eligibility, Entry Requirements, Admission Deadlines & Scholarships

Berkeley, CaliforniaLocation
UniversitySchool type
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Bachelors Of Science [B.S] (Bioengineering/Materials Science and Engineering)

4 years
Full Time
Joint Program & On Campus
Ranked #5 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025

$51,204 /Yr


Important Alert

  • Application Deadline for FallL 2026 Intake - Nov 30, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$51204

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing & Utilities$17496
Food$2162

Per Credit Tuition Fee: $ 1706.8


Important Dates

  • The Upcoming Application Deadline for Fall 2026 Intake is Tentative Based on Previous Year’s.
EventApplication Date
Application Deadline for FallL 2026 Intake Nov 30, 2025

Applications are now Passed for Fall 2025 Intake, with classes starting on September 2025. The course covers topics such as biomaterials, biomechanics, thermodynamics, molecular and cellular biology, materials characterization, tissue engineering, electronics for bioengineering applications, design of medical devices, and the integration of biological systems with materials science principles.

The B.Sc. in Bioengineering/Materials Science and Engineering from University of California includes the following modules:

 Years

 Core Modules

 Optional Modules 

Year 1

  • Calculus I

  • Calculus II

  • General Chemistry and Lab

  • Introduction to Biomedicine

  • Reading & Composition Part A

  • Humanities/Social Sciences Elective

 NA
 Year 2 
  • Multivariable Calculus

  • Linear Algebra and Differential Equations

  • Physics for Scientists and Engineers

  • Organic Chemistry and Lab

  • Engineering Molecules

  • Reading & Composition Part B

  • Electives in Global Business, Marketing, and International Relations

  • Upper-division business courses (focus on global markets)

 Year 3
  • Engineering Devices

  • Properties of Materials

  • Bonding, Structure, and Crystallography

  • Phase Transformations and Kinetics

  • Biomedical Thermodynamics

  • Fluid Mechanics

  • Biomechanics

  • Tissue Engineering Lab

  • Structural Aspects of Biomaterials

  • BioMEMS and Medical Devices

  • Basic Principles of Drug Delivery

  • Introduction to Bionanoscience and Bionanotechnology

  • Nanomaterials in Medicine

 Year 4
  • BioMEMS and BioNanotechnology Laboratory

  • Synthetic Biology Laboratory

  • Practical Light Microscopy

  • Senior Design Projects

  • Honors Undergraduate Research

  • Undergraduate Design Research

  • Properties of Electronic Materials

  • Corrosion

  • Mechanical Behavior of Materials

  • Experimental Materials Science and Design

  • Basic Principles of Drug Delivery

  • Nanomaterials in Medicine


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

 Requirement Type

 Details

School Name

 College of Engineering

Academic Qualification

  • Academic Background: A high school diploma or equivalent for freshman applicants.
  • GPA Requirement:
    • Minimum GPA 3.0 or better (some campuses suggest 3.25 or higher for competitive programs like Bioengineering).
    • Completion of A-G subject courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0 for California residents and 3.4 for non-residents.
  • Coursework (A-G): 
    • 4 years of English.
    • 3 years of Mathematics.
    • 2 years of Science.
    • 2 years of a language other than English.
    • 2 years of History.
    • 1 year of Visual and Performing Arts.
    • 1 year of College-Preparatory Elective.
Country Specific Requirement
  •  Year X and XII (State Board or CBSE) with average marks above 70%.

English Language Requirement

  • TOEFL iBT: 80 (Preferred: 100).
  • IELTS: 6.5.
  • Duolingo English Test: 115
 Exemptions for English Language Requirement

 Applicants may be exempt from providing English proficiency test scores if they have:

  • U.S. High School Education: Completed at least 3 years of high school in the U.S. with English as the language of instruction.
  • ACT Score: Achieved a score of 30 or higher on the ACT English Language Arts section.
  • SAT Score: Achieved a score of 680 or higher on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section.
  • College-Level English Course: Completed a transferable English composition course with a grade of C or better.

Documents Required

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP).
  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
  • Proof of Work Experience (If Have).
  • Financial Documents (For Visa Purposes).
  • Copy of Passport.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Application Link

Application Link

Application Fee

 $95

 Course Credits  120 Credits

Scores Required

80 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

95

Application Fees

120

ECTS Credits


Ranking

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Engineering 5 out of 1250 in Global Ranking
( #4 out of 145 in USA 2025)

QS World University logo
Engineering 6 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #3 out of 73 in USA 2025)

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Engineering 3 out of 198 in Global Ranking
( #3 out of 159 in USA 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Regents’ and Chancellor’s ScholarshipUp to $2,500/yearExceptional academic achievement and leadership potential
Berkeley International Office ScholarshipsVaries (usually $500–$3,000)International undergraduates with financial need and academic merit



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