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:
- December 20th, 2025 - April 25th, 2026 for spring 2026 loans
- May 16th, 2026 - August 1st, 2026 for summer loans
- July 1st, 2026 - November 29th, 2026 for fall 2026 loans
- Applications for the fall semester will begin to be processed on August 1st, 2026.
- Wait 1-2 weeks for your application to be reviewed.
- If approved, schedule a pickup appointment. Your appointment confirmation will include the pickup location.
Not sure if you are eligible? Have additional questions?
View our FAQs page and if your questions or concerns are still unanswered, please reach out to us, we’re happy to talk with you.
- Email ucbstep@berkeley.edu, or
- Schedule a one-on-one Zoom consultation
STEP is managed by Student Affairs IT with funding provided through the Instructional Resilience and Enhancement Fee.