The Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered by UC Berkeley to entering undergraduate students.
The scholarship is extended to a select cohort of Berkeley undergraduates who stand out for their creativity, leadership, service, and strong convictions. Candidates reflect one of the highest principles of this institution: commitment to excellence.
The scholarship provides exclusive opportunities to connect with a network of faculty, current scholars, and alumni, and to create enduring relationships that support academic success and seed future endeavors.
The program actively involves more than 200 Berkeley faculty and is unique in that faculty members interview candidates and serve as mentors. It is the largest program in the University of California system, with a community of more than 600 scholars enrolled.
Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship recipients shine brightly at Berkeley. Discover a scholarship program offering a wealth of support, community, and enrichment that opens doors to a lifelong pursuit of excellence and service.
Visionary and generous donors are amplifying the opportunities and benefits of the Regents’ and Chancellor’s scholarship program by providing unique opportunities to specific students. An exciting new engagement for international students is the Robinson International Scholars Program.
You can also download Berkeley’s Luminaries: Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship (PDF) for information.
Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholars at Berkeley
Berkeley has the largest Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship program in the UC system, with a community of more than 600 scholars enrolled.
Summary
- Host Institution: University of California, Berkeley
- Level of Education: Undergraduate
- Deadline: Varies (check university website for specific deadlines)
- Eligibility: Incoming first-year and transfer students
- Number of Scholarships: Limited
- Field: Open to all majors
Types of Aid at Berkeley
From grants to scholarships to loans to work-study and beyond, we offer a wide range of financial aid programs designed to keep a world-class Berkeley education affordable.
What’s Funding Your Education?
Explore our many financial aid programs by visiting the following pages:
- Innovative Berkeley Aid Programs
- Grants
- Scholarships
- Prizes and Honors
- Loans
- Work-Study
- Disabled Students Program
- Students with Dependents
- Study Abroad
- Summer Aid
- Veterans Benefits
- International Students
- Graduate Award Guide
- Newly Admitted Student Pathways
Special Programs
Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship Benefits
Faculty and Peer Mentorship: Scholars have access to UC Berkeley faculty and fellow scholar mentors to provide guidance on academic and professional endeavors.
Research Fellowship: The Regents’ and Chancellor’s Research Fellowship provides scholars an opportunity to apply for funding of up to $1,000 in support of current research projects.
Guaranteed Housing: Scholars receive guaranteed placement in on-campus housing for the duration of their scholarship tenure.
Financial Aid Advising: Scholars have a dedicated scholarship coordinator in the Undergraduate Scholarships, Honors, and Prizes Office to assist with questions about the scholarship and financial aid.
Financial Literacy Counseling: Center for Financial Wellness, UC Berkeley’s peer-to-peer financial literacy program, offers special workshops and counseling to help scholars learn to manage money and expenses.
Monetary Award and Scholarship Tenure: Scholar awards vary based on financial need as assessed by the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office. The minimum award amount is $2,500 per year. Awards are renewable annually for a maximum of eight semesters for incoming first-years or four semesters for incoming transfer students.
Alumni Network: Upon graduating, scholars become part of a vibrant and world-changing group of Berkeley alumni.
Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholars Association: This student organization is comprised of Regents’ and Chancellor’s scholars, and sponsors academic and professional development activities as well as social events and community service projects throughout the academic year, including TEDx Berkeley.
Selection Process
Faculty interviews and scholarship consideration for first-year candidates takes place in early March.
Notifications of scholarship awarding decisions are sent to first-year candidates at the end of March.
Advanced standing (transfer) candidates are considered for the award in early May via admissions file review by the Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Honors, and Financial Aid.
How to Apply:
- Apply to UC Berkeley: All applicants are automatically considered for the scholarship.
- Meet Application Deadlines: Follow the university’s deadlines for admissions and financial aid.
- Demonstrate Excellence: Showcase your academic achievements, leadership qualities, and unique contributions in your application.