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University of CaliforniaUniversity of CaliforniaFall 2012Fall 2012
Application WorkshopApplication Workshop
Overview of ApplicationOverview of Application
UC Personal Statement Workshop is UC Personal Statement Workshop is Monday, October 7.Monday, October 7.
UC Admission PolicyUC Admission Policy
The University's admission policy calls for The University's admission policy calls for reviewing applications in depth reviewing applications in depth
Each university uses a Each university uses a comprehensive/holistic review process comprehensive/holistic review process
They want to see academic achievement They want to see academic achievement and promise. They are looking for how you and promise. They are looking for how you will contribute to the vitality of the campus. will contribute to the vitality of the campus.
Comprehensive ReviewComprehensive Review
Note: No single factor determines admissionNote: No single factor determines admission
Application is done on-lineApplication is done on-line
www.admission.universityofcalifornia.ewww.admission.universityofcalifornia.edudu
One application can be used for all 9 One application can be used for all 9 universities.universities.
Application Deadline Application Deadline November 30, 2012November 30, 2012
Date Task
October 1 Application opens for fall admission
November 1 – 30 Submit your UC application
Early January Update December test scores
March 1 – 31 Notification of admission decision
May 1 Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) deadline
July 1 Final transcript deadline
Items you need to applyItems you need to apply Unofficial transcriptUnofficial transcript Social Security NumberSocial Security Number Parent IncomeParent Income SAT scoresSAT scores List of Activities, Awards, Leadership, List of Activities, Awards, Leadership,
Community Service, Employment since Community Service, Employment since 99thth grade grade
Polished Personal Statements done in a Polished Personal Statements done in a word document format word document format
Credit cardCredit card
Before you beginBefore you begin
Turn off Electronic distractionsTurn off Electronic distractions This is your future – it’s importantThis is your future – it’s important
Secure a professional emailSecure a professional email Clean up your social network pages Clean up your social network pages
information on your application might be information on your application might be verified by Facebook, Twitter, You Tubeverified by Facebook, Twitter, You Tube
Getting StartedGetting Started
ALL first-time applicants start here
The filing deadline for fall 2014 is 11:59 p.m. PST Nov. 30, 2013.
Term and LevelTerm and Level
•Use the progress bar above to navigateUse the progress bar above to navigate•Use sections on the right for guidanceUse sections on the right for guidance•Use buttons below to move from page to pageUse buttons below to move from page to page•Note my uc application, help, and sign outNote my uc application, help, and sign out
NavigatingNavigating
Error MessagesError Messages
The BasicsThe Basics
More BasicsMore Basics
ResidencyResidency
Choosing a MajorChoosing a Major
Click to expand the list of majors
Ranking San Diego Ranking San Diego CollegesColleges
You must click here before ranking the colleges
Rank order does NOT affect chances of admission.
ScholarshipsScholarships
Review and select up to 16 scholarships that match your characteristics, interests, and background!
About YouAbout You
77thth and 8 and 8thth Grade Courses Grade Courses
High Schools AttendedHigh Schools Attended
Rocklin High School Code is 052609
HS Courses & GradesHS Courses & Grades
HS Courses & GradesHS Courses & Grades
College Courses Taken in College Courses Taken in HSHS
Academic History Academic History CommentsComments
Activities and AwardsActivities and Awards
Choose up to 5 of your most meaningful experiences for each category.
•Non a-g Coursework•Educational Preparation Programs•Community Service•Work Experience•Awards & Honors•Extra Curricular Activities
Test ScoresTest ScoresSelf-report your scores here and order official scores to be sent to at least one UC campus.
Test ScoresTest Scores
The Personal StatementThe Personal Statement
• 2 Prompts – applicant must address both
• 1,000 word total or less for both. Think about 250/750 split.
• View as a personal interview on paper
• Compose responses outside of the application and request feedback from teachers, counselors, parents and/or friends
• Paste your responses in plain text
The Personal StatementThe Personal Statement
Statement 1: Describe the world you come from — for example, your family, community or school — and tell us how your world has shaped your dreams and aspirations.
Statement 2: Tell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or experience that is important to you. What about this quality or accomplishment makes you proud, and how does it relate to the person you are?
Additional CommentsAdditional Comments
Use the space provided to describe a situation (personal or academic) that needs further explanation and not fully captured elsewhere in the application.
This is NOT a continuation of the personal statement.
Submitting the ApplicationSubmitting the Application
Disabled until all circles are solid.
Completeness CheckCompleteness Check
Releases & SignatureReleases & Signature
Fees, Payment & WaiversFees, Payment & Waivers
SubmitSubmit
Click here and expect thisCheck your email for a submission confirmation
After You SubmitAfter You Submit
UC Admissions Home Pagewww.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions
Online Applicationwww.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
Quick Start Guide: http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-
apply/apply-online/index.html
Help [email protected]
1-800-207-1710 (U.S. only)1-661-336-5723 (outside U.S.)
UC Application CenterP. O. Box 1432
Bakersfield, CA 93302
ResourcesResources
Questions?Questions?
[email protected] [email protected]
[email protected]@rocklin.k12.ca.us
http://rhs.rocklinusd.org/subsites/Career-http://rhs.rocklinusd.org/subsites/Career-Center/Center/
