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A female and male student sitting outside on a log.
Students walking up and down the stairs.
A male and female student ballroom dancing.
Two female students working in the Biochem Lab.
Students walking on campus.

Life at Berkeley blends research and reflection, the scientific with the artistic, and the scholarly with the athletic. Our students come from different places and backgrounds, but together they create a diverse and kinetic community that seeks to create a better world.

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Campus Life

Life at Berkeley doesn’t stand still. With over 35,000 students from around the world and a vibrant urban setting, it’s no wonder the campus community talks about a “fear of missing out.” Jump in and find out how dynamic and interconnected life at Berkeley can be.

Campus Life

Virtual Video Tour

Tour the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science virtually! Whether you’re a prospective student, parent, or just curious about what we do, these short videos will give you an inside look at our clinics, classrooms, labs, and community. Explore what makes our school a leader in vision care, education, and research.

Virtual Video Tour

Campus Map

Berkeley is  a big place, you’re gonna need a map! Use the link below to access a clickable camps map to help you find buildings, libraries, roads and lanes, green spaces, and other points of interest.

Campus Map

Getting Here

No matter where you’re coming from, we can tell you how to get here – and where to park too.

Directions and Parking
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Illusion Tour

Did you know our campus is full of visual illusions? Please enjoy this online tour, courtesy of Dr. Marty Banks and the Vision Science Program!

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