Student Technology Equity Program (STEP)

Connecting UC Berkeley students to essential technology

Apply for STEP

  • Review our hardware offerings.
  • If you file a FAFSA or CADAA, complete the Campus Data Authorization form in order for our team to verify financial eligibility.
  • Complete your application. Filing periods are:
    • July 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024 for fall 2024 loans
    • December 21, 2024 - April 27, 2025 for spring 2025 loans
  • Wait 1-2 weeks for your application to be reviewed.
  • If approved, schedule a pickup appointment. Your appointment confirmation will include the pickup location.

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Not sure if you are eligible? Have additional questions?

Please reach out to us, we’re happy to talk with you.


STEP is managed by Student Affairs IT with funding provided through the Instructional Resilience and Enhancement Fee.