University of California, Berkeley
Former names
University of California (1868–1958)
MottoFiat lux (Latin)
Motto in English
Let there be light
TypePublic research university
EstablishedMarch 23, 1868 (1868-03-23)
Parent institution
University of California
Endowment$4.6 billion (2018)
ChancellorCarol T. Christ
Students42,519 (fall 2018)
Undergraduates30,853 (fall 2018)
Postgraduates11,666 (fall 2018)
Location
Berkeley
,
California
,
U.S.
CampusUrban
Total 1,232 acres (499 ha)
Core Campus 178 acres (72 ha) Total land owned 6,679 acres (2,703 ha)
ColorsBerkeley Blue, California Gold
         
AthleticsNCAA Division I FBS
NicknameGolden Bears
Sporting affiliations
  • Pac-12
  • Am. East
  • MPSF
MascotOski the Bear
Websitewww.berkeley.edu