Student Opportunities

Q: I am a Poli Sci student. Does the Cal-in-Sac course (PS 110B) count towards my major requirements?

A: No, Political Science 110B is an elective course and does not count towards the major requirements. It does count towards overall course units.

Q: How do I determine which program is the right fit for me?

A: It is important to consider your interests and goals, as well as eligibility requirements, when choosing which opportunities to pursue. Some criteria to consider:

If you are looking for... Consider applying to... A 7-month fellowship experience that spans the spring semester and the first half of summer; Support securing a summer internship in Sacramento; Robust, hands-on professional development training; Research training; Exposure to public service in California, particularly at the state level, whether within government or in an adjacent sector (e.g...

Q: Can I participate in both Democracy Camp programs?

A: While it is not common for students to be participate in more than one Democracy Camp program, you can apply to participate in the Democracy Camp you did not previsouly participate in (e.g., if you previously did Democracy Camp in Berkeley, you can apply to Democracy Camp in DC). Note that you cannot participate in both Democracy Camp programs in the same cycle (same academic year).

Q: Can I participate in a program more than once?

A: No. Students can only patricipate in a specific program (such as the Cal-in-Sacramento Fellowship) once. The exception to this rule are the Student Directors who return to help lead the program in a subsequent year.

Q: I am a transfer student. What opportunities am I eligible for?

A: Transfer students are eligible for apply for all Matsui Center and IGS programs.

Note that the Schaeffer Fellows program requires that students have at least one (1) semester remaining after the completion of their summer intership. For example, students who participate in the program in Summer 2026 must still be enrolled at UC Berkeley in Fall 2026. (In this scenario, students graduating in December 2026 are eligible). Transfer students who are interested in applying for the Schaeffer Fellows program are therefore encouraged to apply in their first year at Berkeley.