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Does Berkeley Require the GRE?
No. Berkeley lists "DAT, MCAT (no GRE)" for other accepted tests and says outright that it does not take the GRE. The OAT is the admissions test to plan around.
Last checked Nov 2, 2026.
- Other tests listed
- DAT, MCAT (no GRE) Official
- GRE
- Not accepted
If you already have a score from one of these tests, ask admissions whether it can stand in for the OAT before you drop your OAT plans. Schools can change this list between cycles.
15 of 25 programs list the GRE among accepted tests. Programs that do: Ohio State, Southern (SCO), Illinois College (ICO), Houston, UMSL, Arizona (Midwestern), Pennsylvania (Drexel), Pacific, SUNY, Chicago (Midwestern), New England (NECO), MCPHS, Western U, Rocky Mountain, Puerto Rico (IAUPR).
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Does Berkeley Require the GRE?
No. Berkeley lists "DAT, MCAT (no GRE)" for other accepted tests and says outright that it does not take the GRE. The OAT is the admissions test to plan around.
Which tests does Berkeley accept besides the OAT?
Berkeley lists: DAT, MCAT (no GRE).
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Last checked Nov 2, 2026. Requirements and dates change each cycle, so confirm with Berkeley before you apply. How we check our data.