University of California, Berkeley 2025 Fiat Lux Scholarship

The Fiat Lux Scholarship creates opportunities for resilient students with unique life experiences to make a profound impact at the University of California, Berkeley. Established for high-achieving students from partner high schools in California, the scholarship provides monetary, community, and academic support to UC Berkeley students.

Eligibility Criteria for University of California, Berkeley 2025 Fiat Lux Scholarship

Scholarship Candidates are

1. Admitted first-year students who graduated from one of the partner high schools and who attended a partner high school for at least three years
2. U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens (California Dream Act Application or hold a permanent resident card)
3. California residents or eligible nonresidents (AB 540 nonresident tuition exemption)
4. Eligible for need-based financial aid

Selection Process

Candidates are high-achieving, eligible, admitted first-year students who have attended one of the program’s partner high schools for at least three years.

Students are automatically considered by submitting their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application. Candidates are identified on the basis of information supplied in their application for admission and their FAFSA and California Dream Act Application. Only students with financial need are eligible. California residents, eligible nonresidents, U.S. citizens, and eligible noncitizens are considered.

As part of a holistic review process, candidates are invited to a one-on-one interview with a Berkeley faculty member in late March. Interviews are scheduled in early April. Berkeley faculty select scholarship recipients.

Candidates are notified of their scholarship status before the Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) deadline. Scholarship awarding operates under the oversight of the Academic Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Honors, and Financial Aid.

Benefits of University of California, Berkeley 2025 Fiat Lux Scholarship

Monetary Award and Scholarship Tenure

Scholars are awarded up to their full financial need based on the California resident student budget, as determined by the UC Berkeley Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. Awards are renewed annually for a maximum of eight semesters, provided the scholar maintains satisfactory academic progress and has continued financial need. Maintaining a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average is encouraged.

Faculty Mentor

Scholars are matched with a faculty mentor who provides guidance and encouragement on their long-term academic, personal, and professional growth. Mentors are volunteers from the Academic Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Honors, and Financial Aid (CUSHFA) and the faculty at large.

Fiat Lux Scholars Association (FLSA)

Scholars are automatic members of this student organization that sponsors academic and social activities, community service projects, and outreach events to Fiat Lux Partner schools. Sponsored activities will allow scholars to network with faculty, staff, and their peers in an informal environment.

Priority Class Enrollment

Scholars receive priority class enrollment starting the second semester of their incoming first-year.

Research Fellowship

Scholars have the opportunity to apply for a one-time $1,000 stipend to support research project expenses.

Financial Aid Advising

Scholars are paired with a dedicated scholarship adviser who provides support and information about scholarships, financial aid, academic advising, and other campus resources. The Undergraduate Scholarships, Prizes, and Honors Office acts as intermediary for Fiat Lux scholars with the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office for financial aid issues.

How to Apply

For more details, visit University of California Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

Not Specified

Application Link(s)

• Apply for University of California, Berkeley 2025 Fiat Lux Scholarship