University of California, Berkeley

The University of California, Berkeley is one of the world`s leading academic institutions and ranked as the premier public university. Widely known as Cal, the campus is renowned for the size and quality of its libraries and laboratories, the scope of its research and publications, and the distinction of its faculty and students. National rankings consistently place Berkeley`s undergraduate and graduate programs among the very best in a variety of disciplines.

These principles of community for the University of California, Berkeley, are rooted in our mission of teaching, research and public service. They reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

Foundation year: 1868
Short name: Berkeley
Type: Public
Students: 36470
Faculty: 2770
Faculty/Students Ratio: 13:1
Region: North America
Location: Berkeley, CA