Welcome to Engineering Student Services
Whether you’re an entering student or preparing to graduate, our extensive programs and support services at Engineering Student Services (ESS) will help you navigate your academic path and empower you to be your best.
Advising & counseling
We want to make your time here as successful and rewarding as possible, so we offer a range of advising options to help you thrive both academically and personally.
Deadlines: Summer 2023
- Check Summer Sessions website.
- Late schedule change deadline: Completed petition must be submitted to your ESS adviser no later than the day before the final exam/final project due date (extenuating circumstances are not required during the summer).
Contact
Engineering Student Services
308 McLaughlin Hall # 1700
Berkeley, CA 94720-1700
(510) 642-7594 ess@berkeley.edu
In-person hours: Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Academic support
The Center for Access to Engineering Excellence, located in 227 and 240 Bechtel Engineering Center, is a hub for student engagement and academic success. Drop-in tutoring services from current students is available for most engineering core courses. CAEE also runs workshops and community-building events throughout the year.
Programs
The wide variety of offerings at ESS includes drop-in tutoring services, specialized experiences and growth opportunities for first-year and transfer students. PREP and T-PREP jumpstart the Berkeley Engineering experience for selected incoming students. Other programs provide mentorships, or a focus on social justice and leadership skills
Student life
Learning and “lightbulb” moments don’t just happen in the classroom. They can strike anywhere — at the coffee house, on a team project, in a casual conversation over pizza. At Berkeley Engineering, you’re surrounded by some of the smartest, most creative and entrepreneurial people you’ll ever meet.
Wellness
Students are at the heart of Berkeley Engineering, so we foster a community that supports your success and helps you thrive. We have a strong portfolio of programs and initiatives to advance equity and inclusion, as well as resources, apps and services to keep you focused and productive.
Undergraduate Guide
Check out the College of Engineering Undergraduate Guide for information about degree requirements as well as important policies and procedures to help you during your time at Berkeley Engineering.
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Register for classes
Important dates, enrollment limits, and step-by-step instructions will help you get ready to sign up for classes for the upcoming semester. Don’t wait to schedule an adviser visit and get your paperwork in order.
Resources
- ESS podcast
- Events & deadlines calendar
- ESS newsletter
- DIY academic success and self-care
- The Toolkit: Building the complete Berkeley engineer
- Equity & inclusion
- Career development