Here, students learn from leaders in every field, and take advantage of the intellectual stimulation of the nation's truly outstanding scholars and educators. The campus is a blend of the stately grandeur of the past and the modern functional needs of today. A LUSH and tranquil 1,232-acre oasis in an urban setting, the campus is bordered by the hills of Tilden Regional Park and the City of Berkeley, one of America's most lively, culturally diverse and politically adventurous municipalities. Thousands of students pass through Sproul Plaza daily, making it a popular spot for activities of the more than 500 different student organizations on campus. No reservations are required.
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Berkeley's academic programs are recognized internationally for their excellence. More than 7,000 courses and more than 100 undergraduate majors are available in the sciences, humanities, arts, social sciences, and natural resources. Students also may design their own undergraduate major. Many special programs for freshmen and sophomores feature small classes and seminars. These faculty members and their distinguished colleagues choose to teach and study at Berkeley because of its long legacy of innovative thinking and its exceptional standard for scholarship.