Prospective Boost Students
Boost aims to support first generation students that are striving to become college educated. A student is considered first generation if the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelors degree.
Student(s) whose families identify as low-income are encouraged to apply to utilize resources and opportunities provided by the Boost program and the larger UC Berkeley community.
Student(s) attending public schools are encouraged to apply as this program works with many local public schools to provide additional support to students enrolled in the Boost program.
Student(s) that are looking for a boost academically should apply to the program as we provide support, advice, and guidance on how to increase students grades throughout high school.
Boost@BerkeleyHaas has become a place for students to receive a boost in their academics, self-confidence, and leadership skills. This program is for the student with potential and looking to excel even if he/or she is not sure how, the student that may be a leader in the classroom or amongst siblings at home, or a student looking for the next best opportunity. Boost@BerkeleyHaas sees students for who they are in all areas, not just academically, and for the potential students have to grow.
Application Components
Short Answer Questions
It is very important for students to complete the short answer questions listed on the application to the best of their ability. We highly encourage for students to write 1-5 sentences per question in this area.
Two Recommendation Letters
Recommendation letters must be completed by, but are not limited to, a teacher, coach, tutor, mentor, or neighbor. It is important that family members, friends, and classmates do not submit a recommendation letter on your behalf.
Transcripts
Please provide current transcripts that identify the students GPA and grades for the most recent quarter or semester. Grades from the previous year can also be submitted if most recent grades are unavailable.
Unique Item
Please provide one unique item that can show the Boost staff what makes you unique. This can be through art pieces, stories, poems, drawings, pictures, etc. The unique submissions will not be returned after the application review process. Please only submit one item.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students can only apply in eighth grade with expectation to enter high school the following year.
Yes. Students cannot apply earlier than 8th grade or as a current high school student.
No. Students with familial connections are not automatically accepted into the Boost program.
The application deadline is Friday, April 16th, 2021.
All applications can be submitted via online, fax, mail, or email.
Fax: (510) 643 – 1418
Mail: Boost Program
c/o Trinity Wilson
S545 Haas School of Business
Berkeley, CA 94720-1900
Email: trinity.wilson@berkeley.edu
Subject Line: Boost Application – (Name of Prospective Student)
*Example Subject Line: Boost Application – Jane Doe
The Boost Summer Academy is the students first introduction to the Boost program after being admitted and first opportunity to meet students in their respective cohort. All students are required to be in attendance for the two-week summer academy. This summer academy is a daytime experience and students will not be sleeping on the UC Berkeley campus overnight.
August 2nd, 2021 – August 6th, 2021
The Boost summer academy is not an overnight camp and students are not invited to stay overnight at the UC Berkeley campus.
The Boost Summer Academy hours will be shared with admitted students closer to the date.
Admission Process
Apply by April 16th, 2021
Student Interview dates Announced
May 31st – June 4th
Final Application Decisions Announced
June 7th – June 9th
Boost Family Orientation
(Currently TBD)
Boost Summer Academy
August 2nd – August 6th