BCPA Application for NEW STUDENTS - 2025

Thank you for your interest in the Berkeley Charter of Professional Accountancy.


To apply you will need to:


-Complete this application form

-Submit a written response to two questions

-Attach your transcript(s)

-Attach your resume



Your application will be evaluated on the overall strength of your academic record and career goals. We are accepting applications for summer 2025. Space is limited. We encourage you to apply soon.


Note: this application is for NEW STUDENTS ONLY. Returning students (BCPA alums who participated in the BCPA program before) should complete this application: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/798817a5c07245bf8dd024a6b83909b8

If you have any questions during the application process, email us at bcpa@berkeley.edu.

BCPA PROGRAM OPTIONS

Introductory BCPA

UGBA 102A: Financial Accounting

UGBA 102B: Managerial Accounting

UCBA 120AA: Intermediate Financial Accounting I

UGBA 122: Financial Information Analysis


Advanced BCPA

UGBA 120AB: Intermediate Financial Accounting II

UGBA 120B: Advanced Financial Accounting

UGBA 121: Federal Income Tax

UGBA 126: Auditing


Students who have previously taken applicable courses may be granted credit. In these cases, students may take courses in both programs as long as the schedule permits.


Select the program which corresponds to the greatest number of courses needed.

BCPA Program Options*

PERSONAL INFORMATION

PERMANENT ADDRESS

This is where your certificate will be sent upon completion. Please indicate a long-term, valid address.

CITIZENSHIP

Are you a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident?*

If you answered "no", complete the Visa Information section. Otherwise, go to the School Information section.

VISA INFORMATION

Will you now, or in the future, need a Visa to work in the United States?

You will be required to provide test score documentation at the end of this application.

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SCHOOL INFORMATION

Have you graduated from high school?*
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(Please include double major, if applicable)

(Write N/A if not applicable)

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If you've ever attended any University of California school, please provide your Student ID number (SID)

Will you be a continuing UC student in Fall 2025?
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Have you taken accounting courses at another institution other than UC Berkeley?*

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

How did you first hear about BCPA?*

WRITTEN RESPONSES

Your responses to the following two questions allow you to provide unique information about yourself and your interest in the BCPA program. We realize that students come to this program from many different backgrounds and wish to pursue a wide range of career paths once completed. Your reply gives us an opportunity to know you better.


- What interests you most about the BCPA program and why do you believe it will be a good fit for you?

- What are your current career goals and how have some of your previous experiences shaped them?


Recommended length: 1-2 pages

I maintain that these responses are original and entirely self-written.

Please upload your:

1. Written Responses

2. Resume

3. Transcript(s)

4. English Proficiency Test Documentation (if applicable).


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