While interviews are not a required part of the application process, visits to the Berkeley campus are strongly encouraged. Applicants must make an appointment one month ahead of time if they would like to talk to the student affairs officer or a faculty member.

Please note that faculty keep their own calendars, and it is not possible for departmental staff to set up appointments. Faculty members meet with potential applicants during the academic year only: September 1-December 1 (fall semester) and February 1-May 1 (spring semester).

Applicants with general admissions questions may set up an appointment with the student affairs officer by sending an e-mail message to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or by calling (510) 642-2965.