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Overview
The team of Berkeley faculty, industry experts, and Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, will make sure you learn the mindset and behaviors that drive success.
The SCET Startup Semester Entrepreneurship Program at the University of California, Berkeley focuses on leadership, innovation, and execution to prepare you for your role as a founder, business, or technical leader in today's dynamic global economy.
Who Should Apply?
SCET believes team diversity is a key driver of success. Startup Semester is a competitive full semester program designed for upper-division undergraduates from a wide range of academic disciplines seeking to:
- Build a technology startup
Create social impact through technology
Innovate and lead from within a large company
Develop a robust network of mentors
Engage with the world’s leading startup ecosystem
Programme Structure
Core Requirements
- A. Richard Newton Lecture Series
- Challenge Lab
- SCET Course Electives
- Additional UC Berkeley Course Electives
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Credits
12 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Berkeley, United States
Disciplines
Entrepreneurship Management Studies Computer Sciences View 173 other Short Courses in Management Studies in United StatesWhat students do after studying Computer Science & IT
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Academic requirements
GPA 3 (recommended)
Students must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program, and in good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at their home university.
- UC Berkeley gives preference to third and fourth year students who have a demonstrated track record of achievement. It acepts students who are studying engineering, business, design, social sciences, sciences or the arts as long as they have a passion for technology entrepreneurship.
- English proficiency, strong academic credentials, and demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship and innovation are required.
- UC Berkeley requires that students show proof of funding for the entire duration of their stay. Proof of funding documentation will be required as part of your application as a Concurrent Enrollee through UC Berkeley Extension.
- Demonstrated interest or experience with startup or innovation projects
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents14875 USD / full≈ 14875 USD / full - Out-of-State14875 USD / full≈ 14875 USD / full
Additional Details
- Application Fee $100
- Visa Fee $160
- SEVIS Fee $350
- Health Insurance $880 (UC Berkeley requires proof of insurance)
Living costs
Berkeley
United States
1750 - 2820 USD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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