Give to Cognitive Science

The Cognitive Science annual fund provides critical discretionary support vital for the day-to-day work of our students and faculty. Your gift enables research, graduate and undergraduate student support, teaching, student services, and faculty recruitment. The flexible nature of this fund allows the program's leadership to address both strategic challenges and opportunities.

Gifts from our alumni and friends will ensure that the Cognitive Science program remains one of the most distinguished in the world, and the full impact of your gift is felt within the program.  Thank you for your support!

The Social Sciences Dean's Circle: A Great Way to Give

The members of the The Social Sciences Dean's Circle for Cognitive Science are a community of committed donors who make a three-year pledge of $1,000 or more per year to the Cognitive Science   Annual Fund. Your support will ensure that Berkeley Cognitive Science students and faculty continue to do their best work, supporting cutting-edge research and outstanding teaching.

Why Join The Social Sciences Dean's Circle?

The Social Sciences Dean's Circle donors are making exciting directions possible in undergraduate student academic and research experiences. Support from The Social Sciences Dean's Circle helps Berkeley Cognitive Science sustain its excellence in all domains, ensuring that future generations of students continue to thrive and gain valuable experience in interdisciplinary inquiry and ground-breaking research that Cognitive Science affiliated faculty conduct. 

To make the most impact, consider sustaining the faculty & students of Berkeley Cognitive Science by joining the The Social Sciences Dean's Circle.

By making a three-year commitment of $1,000 or more to the Cognitive Science Annual Fund, you will join a group of generous donors and a network of people who care deeply about the future of our program and are committed to investing in the next generation of Cal Cognitive Science graduates.

What is the impact of my support?

  • Your support to the Annual Fund provides transformational support for our highest priorities in teaching, research, and industry connections.

  • Your investment helps secure and improve the experience and support of our exceptional students and faculty.

Gift Planning

Include CogSci in your estate plan to support future generations and give back to UC Berkeley. 

Gift planning is one of the most powerful ways to support Cognitive Science at UC Berkeley while meeting your philanthropic, financial, and estate planning goals. UC Berkeley’s Office of Gift Planning offers a comprehensive website featuring online tools that guide you through various gift options, from IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) to life income gifts, gifts in wills or living trusts, and more.

Planned gifts can offer creative and flexible strategies for you to pursue your financial and philanthropic goals while supporting the Berkeley programs most important to you. To learn more, please reach out to socialsciences@berkeley.edu