Fall 2024 Semester

Applications for Academic Year 2024-25 will open on April 1, 2024.

We review applications and accept students on a rolling basis until the cohorts are full. You can start gathering your application material and look for teachers recommendation.

For questions, reach out to [email protected]

Application Requirements:

Essay

  • In 400 words or less, please respond to the following essay prompt:
    • One of the defining principles of Haas School of Business is “Confidence Without Attitude.” Share an experience working in a team where you demonstrated confidence without attitude in a situation of failure. You can read about the principle here.
    • How will Berkeley Business Academy for Youth help you achieve your goals?
    • Insert header including Last Name, First Name, and Work Count in the top right corner.
    • The essay questions are designed to incite honest, thoughtful responses to help us get to know you, your interests and reasons for applying to the B-BAY program. In addition to content, essays are evaluated for writing and critical thinking ability, skill in organizing and presenting thoughts, and the relevance of your answer to the questions posed.
    • If English is not your native language, please write one additional paragraph describing your English educational background and experience.
  • Two teacher recommendations
  • Transcript
    • Students must upload a transcript including grades from the past 2 years (can be unofficial). The transcript must display the student’s name.
  • Graded Work
    • Please submit an essay, video, or other project that was evaluated by an instructor that you think represents you and your work to the best of your ability. The header should include:
      •  The class the work is from
      • The class assignment that the work responds to
      • The grade the work was given

Application Fees

A non-refundable $80 application fee must accompany the completed application. Applications submitted without payment will not be reviewed.

Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a competitive program. Spots may fill up and applications may close early.

Admission Requirements

We look for academically motivated, mature students who are interested in attending a rigorous business academy. Academic Year is for youth who want to develop their knowledge of business and want to take it to the next level. The application and accompanying materials should convey your level of maturity and motivation. Essays are evaluated for writing and critical thinking ability, skill in organizing and presenting thoughts, and the relevance of your answer to the questions posed.

Interviews

You may be asked to do a virtual interview with a member of the Admissions Committee to determine admission to the program.

When we receive your complete application (your application form, essay, all supplemental materials, teacher recommendations, and the application fee). An admissions decision will be made and e-mailed to you within 14 business days.

Enrolling Students admitted into the Berkeley Business Academy for Youth have 10 days (weekends included) from your acceptance date to enroll online and pay the program fees. You are not enrolled until full payment is received.