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126,798 first-year students applied in total, according to new data released by Berkeley officials.
news.berkeley.eduHere’s what’s publicly discussed about UC Berkeley transfer waitlist, based on recent reporting:
- The waitlist is highly variable year to year. In recent cycles, the rate of admission from the transfer waitlist has varied from near 0% in some years to double digits in others, with a notable low in some recent cycles. This reflects Berkeley’s overall high yield and enrollment pressures.[2][4][5]
- For context, transfers accounted for a portion of Berkeley’s admissions decisions even as overall enrollment targets shift; publicly shared figures show fluctuations in both waitlist activity and final admit numbers depending on enrollment targets.[4]
- Several sources summarize waitlist outcomes for recent years, including very small admit rates from waitlists in some cycles (often well under 5%), while other years show higher movement from the waitlist.[1][5]
- Since Berkeley does not publish a single, stable transfer waitlist acceptance rate each year, applicants should prepare for a range of possibilities and stay in contact with the admissions office for any updates specific to transfer candidates.[2][4]
If you’d like, I can search for the most up-to-date official statements or summarize current transfer waitlist trends for the Class of 2029 or the most recent cycle. I can also help you interpret what a waitlist notice might mean for transfer applicants and draft a concise plan of action.