Pre-College Academy

Pre-College Academy

The Pre-College Academy (PCA) is a six-week college preparatory summer program hosted by EAOP at the University of California, Berkeley. For over 35 years PCA has provided intensive preparation for EAOP students enrolled in partner schools throughout the Bay Area. PCA prepares students for their academic and professional futures by providing them with the opportunity to share in the University of California's tradition of educational excellence and diversity. PCA prepares students for success in the following academic year, including preparation for classes that meet the...

PCA 2024 Teaching Assistant Position

Interested in working academically with high school students during the summer? EAOP is offering positions as Teaching Assistants for our 6-week summer program, Pre-College Academy. This opportunity is open to current and/or recent college graduates. Learn more about the position below!

2. What is the application process?

What do I need for the application?

Students will need to complete the online application linked above and upload a copy of their high school transcript.

How and when will I know I have been accepted into PCA?

The program will email students of their status by April. Students can receive 1 of 3 emails:

Acceptance email: Students who receive this email have been accepted into the program and they have to confirm their spot in the program.

Denial email:...

1. When is Pre-College Academy?

PCA 2024 Program Dates

Pre-College Academy 2024 is in-person at the UC Berkeley campus.

Program Dates: June 17, 2024 - July 25, 2024

Days: Monday - Thursday

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM (with occasional programming outside of these given hours)

5. How much does PCA cost?

Pre-College Academy is free for students. There are some associated costs that are part of the program that is not covered such as transportation and food. Financial assistance is available for qualified students based on the information provided in their application.

Transportation: qualified students will receive subsidies in the form of BART or AC transit tickets to and from the campus.

Lunch: TBD

Materials & Books: the program covers all books and class materials for all students. We request...

3. What classes do students take?

What classes do students take?

Students will be taking two courses in PCA, a theme-based college writing and a math course.

Can I choose my classes?

Students will select the appropriate math course based on the progression. For the theme-based college writing course, students will be placed into the course by the program.

Can I switch my classes if I do not like them?

Class changes will be considered on a case-by-case basis in consultation with program staff....

4. Do students receive high school credit?

Students participating in Pre-College Academy DO NOT receive high school credit. PCA courses are enrichment and preparatory courses offered to our students to help them prepare for the following academic year. Students cannot use PCA courses to skip particular courses at their respective schools.