UC Berkeley Engineering Program 2026
Are you in high school or in your first year of a Bachelor’s looking to explore engineering (mechanical, electrical, computer, civil) in depth at a leading university over the summer? Enrichment programs in Berkeley, California offer an immersive 3- to 6-week experience: you study a subject in depth, spend time on a prestigious campus and strengthen your application for an international Bachelor’s.
Engineering program: official booking
Registration, on-campus accommodation and YDS support are coordinated through our partner La Route des Langues, an agency specializing in campus programs in the US and the UK.
The program at a glance
Engineering programs in Berkeley, California are run by the UC Berkeley College of Engineering (Pre-College Scholars Institute, ATDP: Academic Talent Development Program). Typical format: residential, with student housing on campus, meals included, and teaching and supervision by faculty or PhD students. Admission is selective and based on your application (transcripts, personal statement, sometimes a recommendation letter and an interview).
Who is this program for?
Students in their final two years of high school and first-year undergraduates planning to apply to universities abroad.
- English level: TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ (sometimes B2, assessed at interview)
- Academic profile: average of 15/20 or GPA 3.5+, strong record
- Soft skills: independence and genuine curiosity about the subject
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Curriculum and skills you’ll develop
Lectures, hands-on workshops, small-group projects and field visits (labs, companies or institutions, depending on the subject).
Key skills you’ll develop:
- Problem-solving in applied physics
- Programming
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Teamwork on real-world projects
At the end of the program, you leave with a completed project, an official university certificate and often a recommendation letter from your supervising instructor: a real asset for Bachelor’s applications.
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A typical day
The exact schedule depends on the program you choose. Excursions and visits on weekends.
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Cost and accommodation
2026 budget: $6,000 to $14,000, including tuition, accommodation and meals. Flights (€1,200–1,500 round-trip from Paris), travel health insurance and spending money are extra. Partial scholarships are sometimes available based on need or merit.
Booking through La Route des Langues, a YDS partner
You register for the engineering program in Berkeley, California through our partner La Route des Langues, which coordinates everything for you: program selection, your registration file, on-campus student housing, airport transfers, adult supervision and 24/7 on-site support. YDS adds admissions coaching to help you make the most of this program in your Bachelor’s application.
2026 prices and availability on our partner’s page:
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See prices & book →Frequently asked questions
How long does an engineering program in Berkeley, California usually last?
3 to 6 weeks, depending on the format. Shorter programs offer an introduction; longer ones offer more depth and a completed project.
What level of English do I need?
TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ (B2–C1). Some programs accept B2, assessed at interview.
How do I register?
Through our partner La Route des Langues: program selection + application + on-campus accommodation + on-site support. See the booking page →
How can YDS help me make the most of this program in my application?
Choosing a program that fits your long-term admissions strategy + personal statement coaching + interview preparation + coordination with your admissions timeline. See our coaching service.
🎓 Ready to sign up for the engineering program in Berkeley, California?
Find 2026 prices, dates and availability directly with our partner La Route des Langues, on its Your Dream School co-branded page.
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