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Berkeley College


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With locations in New York City, New Jersey, and Online, Berkeley College offers international students the opportunity to experience a career-focused brand of education with personalized attention. At Berkeley College, everything we do is focused on helping our students reach their full potential and preparing them for professional and personal success. Students can complete a bachelor's degree in three years, an associate degree in 16 months; and an MBA in one year. Internship opportunities are available throughout New York City.

Learn how the Berkeley Blend can energize your future

We’re waking up to a different world. To succeed in this new world, your need to be adaptable…and flexible. And just like one type of coffee just simply doesn’t work for everyone, you need to find the right blend. You’ll find that the Berkeley Blend is perfect for helping you reach your full potential.

Be flexible

Study on campus, online, or through a blend of both—all with the support and guidance for which Berkeley is known. With a full course load and continuous enrollment, you can earn:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in as few as three years
  • An Associate’s degree in just 16 months
  • Both a Bachelor’s degree and an M.B.A. in as little as four years

Some programs offer concentrated seven-week course options. Shorter certificate programs are available.

Be confident

Support services, such as tutoring, workshops, and the Center for Academic Success, are available on campus and online every step of the way.

Be in the place.

Right from the start, you’ll notice that Berkeley College is a unique college experience. Our goal is to do everything possible to help you reach your full potential. While we have the facilities and resources to offer an outstanding education that’s very focused on preparing you for a career, most people say that Berkeley College feels more like a family. You won’t feel like a number—people will know you by name. Someone will always be available to help. And you’ll get a practical, powerful, hands-on education that will prepare you to enter the professional world.

Be real

An important part of what sets Berkeley College apart is our diversity. More than 3,600 students (including more than 420 international students, representing 49 countries) study at campuses in New York and New Jersey, plus Berkeley College Online®. We have students who are fresh out of high school and those who are grandparents. Learning with people from so many different cultures and backgrounds will help prepare you for immersion into a global marketplace.

Be adaptable

Making it easy to fit a quality education into a busy lifestyle is also a priority at Berkeley College. Our campuses range from the heart of one of the world’s largest cities to a lush mountaintop in the suburbs to the ultimate flexibility of Berkeley College Online®. Each campus location has its own personality as well as many amenities that enhance the educational experience. Everyone has access to activities at all campuses. You can study full- or part-time; on campus, online, or through a blend of both. Day, evening/weekend, and online classes allow you to balance your educational goals with your personal and professional commitments.

Be practical

Programs of study at Berkeley College are developed and regularly updated with input from industry Advisory Boards to ensure that students learn the skills that today’s employers demand. Rigorous classroom instruction from professors with extensive professional experience is combined with hands-on learning for a well-rounded education that truly prepares students for the professional world.

High School Graduates

To be considered for admission, the following information must be submitted:

  • Certification of high school graduation or the equivalent
  • An application for admission, and a non-refundable $50 application fee
  • In evaluating candidates, the Committee on Admissions takes into consideration your individual interests, your motivation to succeed in a chosen profession, and your prior academic achievement. Basic requirements for admission include graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent and an entrance exam or SAT/ACT scores
  • A personal interview is strongly recommended
  • Official high school transcript(s)/e-transcript(s) need to be emailed to us

Applicants to the School of Health Studies and the Business Data Science program have additional requirements.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the Director of Admissions at the campus of their choice to schedule an appointment with an Admissions Associate to discuss educational objectives and career plans and to receive an on-campus tour.

International Students

Please review the application requirements and process to be sure you have all the necessary documents and information. Assistance is available through the International Student Office.

Required Documents:

  • International Application
  • $50 (U.S.) Application Fee
  • Official secondary or post-secondary transcripts (with certified English translations) and proof of graduation
  • Proof of English language proficiency: TOEFL - score of 500 PBT, 61 IBT; IELTS - score of 5.5 or higher
  • Financial support documentation (showing at least $39,000)

English Language Requirements

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Program Admission Requirements

Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.

Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.

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    3 East 43 Street, 10017, New York

  • Newark

    536 Broad Street, 07102, Newark

    • Woodland Park

      44 Rifle Camp Road, 07424, Woodland Park

      • Woodbridge Township

        430 Rahway Avenue, 07095, Woodbridge Township

        • New York

          New York, USA

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