The University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley), founded in 1868, is a top public research university located in Berkeley, California. As the flagship of the University of California system, it is known for academic excellence, innovation, and social impact. Berkeley enrolls over 40,000 students across programs in engineering, business, law, sciences, and humanities. The campus is home to 14 colleges and schools, including the renowned College of Engineering and Haas School of Business. Berkeley has produced over 100 Nobel laureates and is famous for pioneering research, free speech activism, and a vibrant, diverse community committed to global progress.