If you previously enrolled as a degree-seeking student and left without completing your degree, you may submit a request for readmission or re-enrollment.
Important: Readmission/re-enrollment is not guaranteed. Final approval rests with your specific college or school.
- Undergraduate students who left the University and were absent for one or more semesters must apply for readmission.
- Graduate students who were absent from the University for one or more semesters, or were on Filing Fee status but did not file their dissertation, must apply for re-enrollment.
Before You Apply: Check Holds & Special Requirements
- Clear Account Holds: All academic, administrative, and registration holds must be cleared before your application is processed (Exception: Financial Aid and Student Conduct holds).
- Medical Clearance: Returning from a medical withdrawal? Complete the Medical Clearance Application Form via University Health Services (UHS) at least 30 days prior.
- Educational Opportunity Program (EOP): EOP students with a past due balance hold are strongly encouraged to apply to the EOP Readmission Equity Grant for financial assistance and holistic academic counseling support.
- International Students: F-1/J-1 visa holders must complete the Non-Immigrant Information (NIF) task in CalCentral after readmission is processed to request an I-20/DS-2019.
When to Apply for Readmission
For undergraduates, the dates for the readmission application are as follows:
| Term | eForm Filing Opens | Submission Deadline |
| Fall | January 15th | June 1st |
| Spring | August 15th | November 1st |
Please review your college or school’s readmission late submission policy and contact them with any questions, as late readmission requests may not be accepted.
Graduate students should consult the Academic Calendar for registration information and deadlines.
How to submit a readmission request for an Undergraduate College or School
Step 1 | Review your college or school’s readmission requirements.
Your college or school establishes the criteria you must meet to be eligible for readmission. Before submitting a readmission request, review your college or school’s readmission information to ensure you meet the applicable criteria and have all required materials ready to submit.
- Berkeley School of Education
- College of Chemistry
- College of Computing, Data Science, and Society
- College of Engineering
- College of Environmental Design
- College of Letters and Science
- Haas School of Business
- Rausser College of Natural Resources
If you intend to change colleges or schools: Review the readmission criteria for your intended college or school. Some colleges and schools do not accept change of college requests as part of the readmission process. Meet with advisors in both your current and intended college or school to develop a plan for readmission and, if applicable, changing colleges or schools.
Start early: You must meet the applicable readmission criteria by the deadline to be considered for readmission. Some requirements may take time to complete, for example resolving financial holds or academic holds that require meeting with an advisor.
Step 2 | Submit the Readmission eForm
Submit a complete readmission request through the Undergraduate Readmission eForm by the deadline:
- June 1 for the Fall Semester
- November 1 for the Spring Semester
You can submit a readmission application using the Undergraduate Readmission eForm. You can access the Undergraduate Readmission eForm by logging into CalCentral and clicking the Submit an eForm tile. Then select Undergraduate Readmission and enter the requested information.
If you cannot use the Undergraduate Readmission eForm: In some circumstances, you may need to submit your readmission request directly to your college or school instead of using the Undergraduate Readmission eForm in CalCentral.
This includes students who have been away from UC Berkeley for two or more years and no longer have access to the Undergraduate Readmission eForm through the eForms Center.
If you cannot access the eForm or your circumstances require a different submission process, review your college or school’s information for instructions on how to submit a readmission request.
Step 3 | Submit Transcripts
Send official transcripts for any coursework (including UC Berkeley Extension) taken at another institution while you were away from UC Berkeley to the Central Evaluation Unit. Follow the Continuing Students instructions for submitting official transcripts.
Step 4 | Processing Time
Your college may take several weeks to adjudicate your request. Once approved, the Office of the Registrar will process your status within 5-7 business days.
After You Are Readmitted
1.Statement of Legal Residence: Complete your online SLR via CalCentral.
2. Pay the Readmission Fee: Once your readmission eForm is approved, the $70 non-refundable readmission fee will be posted directly to your CalCentral account.
- Delayed CalCentral Access (2+ Years Away): If you have been away from the University for more than two years, your CalCentral access may be temporarily delayed. Access to make your payment will be restored by March (for Fall readmission) or October (for Spring readmission). You will have at least 4 weeks to complete your payment before enrollment begins.
- Strict Payment Deadlines: Your fee must be paid (or waived) by August 5 for Fall readmission, or January 5 for Spring readmission. Failure to pay by these deadlines will result in your readmission being cancelled, requiring you to reapply for a future term.
- Fee Waivers: Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) students will have a waiver posted to their account at the same time as the readmission fee. If you did not receive a fee waiver, and you believe you would qualify, please follow the directions in the email you received when your application was approved.
- Enrollment Hold: You will not be able to enroll in classes until the readmission fee is paid or waived. Once you make a payment there may be a delay of up to 24 hours before the hold is removed and you’ll be able to complete enrollment.
Contact Your College or School
For questions regarding readmission requests, please contact your college or school’s advising office.
Apply for Readmission to a Graduate Program
Graduate students absent from the University for one or more semesters, or on Filing Fee status but did not file their dissertation, should consult the Graduate Division Readmission and Re-enrollment policies and procedures. If you qualify for re-enrollment based on these policies, you must:
- Clear all academic, administrative, and registration holds (all holds except those from Financial Aid).
- Contact your Head Graduate Adviser for assistance with the re-enrollment process and to have a re-enrollment request submitted to the Office of the Registrar on your behalf.
- Check CalCentral for follow-up items you must complete, such as submitting an online Statement of Legal Residence (SLR)* and updating your contact information in CalCentral.
Submit all required documents to your Program Office. Your Graduate Student Affairs Officer (GSAO) will notify you once you are eligible for re-enrollment. The Office of the Registrar processes approved applications within 3–5 business days after receipt from the Graduate Division.
*Some professional programs are exempt from a residence determination. If you are uncertain if yours is among them, please consult your Program Office.