To be concrete, after entering the overseas study program, under the small-class, meticulous teaching, the heuristic classroom guidance, and the meticulous care from the teachers, they gradually let go of their shyness and built up their confidence. Meanwhile, their originally reserved personalities began to change, and they became more willing to express themselves and enjoy showcasing themselves. In the warm and inclusive atmosphere, their unique qualities were gradually stimulated, fully demonstrating their strengths and charm.

What's more, when they arrived in the United States, the two students did not slack off due to their past achievements. Instead, they worked diligently and made up for the gap with high self-discipline and continuous efforts. For instance, in class, they focused on in-depth study, and after class, they actively enhanced their academic abilities. Therefore, they gradually solidified their foundation and improved their comprehensive competitiveness, eventually standing out in the fierce application competition and both transferring to the University of California, Berkeley.

Furthermore, the University of California, Berkeley, as a world-class public university, consistently ranks among the top universities globally. Its admission standards are extremely high. In recent years, the overall admission rate of the university has been around 11%, and the admission rate for international students has been as low as 6% or so. Thus, the competition for popular majors is particularly fierce, with tens of thousands of outstanding students from around the world vying for admission each year. It is truly not easy to get accepted.

In a nutshell, two students have demonstrated through their own experiences that the starting point does not determine the destination. The right path and persistent effort can also lead to a stunning comeback. Congratulations to He Jingqi and Chen Xinyi. May they continue to write wonderful stories at Berkeley and move towards a brighter future!

 

University of California, Berkeley

In the first place, Ranking: Top in the world, No. 1 among public universities

2026 QS World University Rankings: 17th globally, firmly placed in the top 20 elite universities. 2026 U.S. News Ranking for Public Universities: 1st in the United States, the pinnacle of public universities, 15th in the overall national ranking. Academic reputation: 100 points out of 100, top 5 globally in science and engineering, computer science, business, economics, and social sciences.

In the second place, Admission Difficulty: Selecting from a thousand, fierce competition

Overall admission rate: approximately 11.4% (100,000 applications, only 10,000 admitted). International student admission rate: only 6.09%, 3 out of every 50 international students admitted. Popular majors are even more challenging:  Computer/Commerce: ≈ 4% ◦ College of Engineering: ≈ 8% ◦ Public Health: ≈ 2.29% (the most difficult in the entire university) Admission average GPA: 3.9+, a concentration camp for 'students with excellent grades and outstanding performance'.

In the third place, Global Recognition: Admission pass for academic and business elites Nobel laureates, academicians, and top scholars gather. Known as 'the West Coast MIT' and a public Ivy League. Global employer reputation ranks among the top 8, with core recruitment targets including Google, Apple, Meta, Goldman Sachs, Tencent, and Huawei.

In the fourth place, Graduates' Destinations: Strong employment and further education Both within 6 months of graduation: 92% are employed, 76% directly employed, 18% pursue further studies, and over 30% have an annual salary of more than $120,000. Alumni network: 580,000+, spread across Silicon Valley, Wall Street, the United Nations, and various governments around the world.