Berkeley, Calif., November 15, 2022 – Berkeley City College is announcing its Spring to Success program, enhancing the successful Fall is Free program by adding more benefits for BCC students. You can learn more at our website: www.berkeleycitycollege.edu/free.

ALL eligible students who enroll at Berkeley City College will have their cost per unit, campus center fee, student center fee, and health center fee waived - with no unit minimum! All eligible students will also receive one free weekly meal provided by BCC! Students who enroll in six or more units of in-person classes at Berkeley City College will be eligible for FREE parking, and be able to apply for a $150 Clipper Card and a Spring to Success grant! Berkeley City College students applying for a certificate or degree petition for the Spring & Summer semesters will be entered in a drawing for a $250 gift card!

To qualify, students must complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), California Dream Act Application, or California Promise Grant Application. Students will receive funds after the FAFSA is completed, but students do not need to qualify for financial aid to receive Spring to Success benefits.

The program includes first time college students, currently enrolled students, returning students, English language learners, recreational learners, career education students, and dual enrolled high school students. Out of state and international students are not eligible for this program. Eligible students who already paid their fees for the Spring '23 semester will be reimbursed.

“We looked at the success of our Fall is Free program and got creative with ways to do more for our students with Spring to Success,” said Berkeley City College President Angélica Garcia. “Berkeley City College is pleased to remove the barriers to attaining higher education by expanding the benefits and widening the pool of eligible students. Building on our Fall efforts with a focus on completion can keep students connected to their career and academic goals.”

Berkeley City College is recognized for being among the colleges with the highest rates of completion and transfer to California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) systems. Our efforts increase opportunities for historically marginalized groups by closing the equity gap in our local community. Berkeley City College is a three-year recognized 2022 Equity Champion for Higher Education for closing equity gaps in Latinx and African American student transfers, and a five-year Champion of Higher Education for exemplary work in implementing and awarding Associated Degrees for Transfer by the Campaign for College Opportunity.

Career Education includes growing programs in biotechnology, sciences, teacher preparation, health and social services, and more. With more than 100 degree and certificate programs, students have access to an academic pathway that suits their goals.

Berkeley City College is hosting Spring 2023 Enrollment Workshops throughout through December to assist students with the application process, financial aid applications and registration. Learn more about the Spring to Success program and our enrollment workshops at www.berkeleycitycollege.edu/free.