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2018 BASE Program Application (NOW CLOSED FOR 2018)

Application Instructions BASE Applications are reviewed and decisions are released on a rolling basis. We will evaluate your application on the overall strength of your academic record, extracurricular experiences, and career goals. Due to space limitations, early applications are strongly encouraged. All application materials become the property of the University of California, Berkeley and cannot be returned or forwarded elsewhere at your request. We strongly recommend that you retain copies of your application. Primary means of communication for the BASE Summer Program is through e-mail. Please complete the application in one sitting, as the application will not save your information as a draft. The application requires five file uploads: resume, transcript, proof of English proficiency (optional), and two essays. Please have *all* materials for the "Documents to Upload" section prepared and available on your computer *before* starting the application process. Please do not use the "Login" button at the top right or try to register as a member of the BASE group (that is for our admissions team).

Applicant Information

Last Name *

First Name *

Middle Name

Your name as you would like it to appear on a name plate (first and last name). *

Permanent Address

Address *

Please select a valid long-term address where you would like for your certificate to be sent in the fall.

City, State, Zip *

If California is your mailing state, please specify your county.

Country *

Phone Number *

E-mail Address (to be used for all BASE correspondence) *

Emergency Information

In case of emergency notify *

Relationship *

Address *

City, State, Zip *

Phone number *

E-mail address *

Additional Applicant Information

Gender *

Male

Female

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) *

Place of Birth *

Country of Citizenship *

Visa Information

Residency/Visa status (if applicable) *

Please type N/A if the question does not apply to you.

Country of permanent legal residence *

Will you need an international student Visa to attend BASE? *

Yes

If you may need a Visa document, please carefully read the Visa information provided on the Berkeley International Office and Summer Sessions websites. If you are not sure if you will need a Visa, please contact the Berkeley International Office at 510-642-2818 for help determining the need for a UC Berkeley Summer Sessions Visa document. If admitted to BASE, you will be required to submit a completed Visa packet.

School Information

Name of undergraduate college or university *

Location (city, state, and country) *

Dates attended (month/year to month/year) *

What will your status be in the upcoming fall? *

Sophomore

Junior

Senior

Graduated within the last two years from the above listed undergraduate institution

Major *

Degree earned or expected *

Date degree received or expected *

Your grade-point average (if not based on common 4-point scale, please explain). *

If you ever attended any University of California school, please provide your Student ID Number (if applicable, this will speed up your enrollment at UC Berkeley/BASE).

How did you first hear about BASE? *

BASE alum (please comment his/her name below)

E-Mail referral from department advisor (please comment the department)

E-Mail I received directly from BASE

Web Link (please comment the name/URL of website)

Web Search (please comment the search phrase)

Facebook

Career Center (please comment the name of college)

Twitter

Other (please comment below to specify)

Comments:

Have you subscribed to the BASE Information e-mail list? If not, refer to the BASE Summer Program website for more information. *

Yes

Have you visited or liked BASE on Facebook? If not, please visit the BASE Summer Program Facebook page. *

Yes

Ethnic classification (please check all that apply, optional)

African American (not of Hispanic origin)

American Indian/Alaskan Native

Asian

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islanders

Chicano/Mexican-American

Chinese/Chinese-American

East Indian/Pakistani

Filipino/Pilipino

Japanese/Japanese-American

Korean/Korean-American

Latino/Latin-American

Polynesian

Puerto Rican

Thai/Other Asian

Caucasian

Other Hispanic

Other

I do not wish to self-disclose

Documents to Upload
Resume *

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In resume format, list extracurricular activities and scholarships or awards received since you began college. Your resume can include information regarding your involvement in community service or volunteer work, membership in campus clubs and organizations, work experience, internships or military service. Emphasize duties, responsibilities, skills, job functions, abilities and accomplishments, and list dates of awards and affiliation with each organization.
Please upload your resume as a .pdf attachment. We recommend that the file names of your attachments contain your name. For example, you should save your files as ÔÇ£base-transcript-lastname-firstname.pdfÔÇØ and ÔÇ£base-resume-lastname-firstname.pdf.ÔÇØ

Transcript *

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Please upload an electronic copy of your unofficial or official college transcript in pdf, jpg, or png format. Word version of your transcript will not be accepted. Your name must appear on the unofficial transcript. If your transcript is in paper form only, we recommend that you use a scanner or camera. We strongly prefer to receive complete applications with all transcripts included. If you can only receive official transcripts from your school, please have it mailed to yourself and scan it after you receive it so you can upload it to the application. This sample transcript shows several acceptable transcripts.

English Proficiency

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If English is not the official language spoken in your country and your native language is not English, you must submit official evidence of English language proficiency (the TOEFL or IELTS examination score). International students currently attending 4-year universities in the US are exempt from this requirement.

Essays

Essay 1: Please explain your interest in and reasons for participating in BASE. What, specifically, are your long-range goals and how have your past experiences (i.e. academic, extracurricular, and work) influenced your goals and ambitions? *

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The essay questions were created to provoke honest, thoughtful responses to help us get to know you. They are framed within the context of our distinct school culture's Four Defining Principles and give you the opportunity to provide unique information about yourself and your interests. These essays are the principal means we have of gaining insight about you and your reasons for applying to the BASE Program. In addition to content, essays are evaluated for critical thinking and writing ability, skill in organizing and presenting thoughts, and the relevance of your answers to the questions posed.
Each essay should be one page double-spaced. Two essays are required. Question 1 is mandatory. In addition to Question 1, please select either Question 2a or 2b as your second essay. The font should be no smaller than 10 point and all margins should be no smaller than 1ÔÇØ.

Essay (2a): Describe an experience where you have experienced a failure. How did you respond and what lessons did you learn from this experience?

Essay (2b): If you could choose one song that expresses who you are, what is it and why? Please include a web link (YouTube, etc.) to the song if available. *

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Please answer ONE of the two questions listed above.

I maintain that the essays and resume are originals and entirely self-written. *

Yes

Please type your name below. By signing this form, you hereby acknowledge and agree that the information contained in this application is true and complete. *