This is UC Berkley so obviously academically speaking there is no doubt that it is top notch. One of thee finest schools out there in my opinion. From a students point of view the work was hard but not so difficult that you could not do it. The curriculum for me at least was exactly what I expected it to be and nothing less. I walked away with knowledge skills and a self confidence that I owe completely to UC Berkley and the education they provided for me. I now have doors opening for me left and right because I opted to go to a top notch school and put the time and effort into my studies. Definitely highly recommended if you are looking for the best.