The annual PitchBook rankings again showed how Berkeley's commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship operates at a scale unmatched by any other university.

By Jason Pohl

PitchBook, a data provider for private and public equity markets, annually ranks the world’s best universities for producing startup founders. At Berkeley, a culture of startups and innovation has grown significantly, especially in recent years.

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September 1, 2026