2. Why Attend a UC? If you want to be educated in the heart of
where knowledge is created- medical discoveries that cure diseases,
inventions that revolutionize how cars are powered and food is
grown, new technologies that push the boundaries of media and
music- then UC is for you. On our campuses, youll learn from men
and women famous for reshaping how the world works and thinks. The
point of a UC education isnt just to earn a degree; its to do
something amazing with it.
3. The Universities They provideThe UC system consists of 10
research based institutions.exciting environments that foster
world-class educational and researchopportunities and generate a
wide range of benefits and services thattouch the lives of
Californians every day. UC Berkeley (CAL) UC Los Angeles UC Davis
(UCD) (UCLA) UC Merced (UCM) UC Riverside (UCR) UC Santa Cruz UC
Irvine (UCI) (UCSC) UC Santa Barbara UC San Francisco (UCSB) (UCSF)
UC San Diego
5. Freshman Admission Requirements Coursework Complete any 11
UC-approved a-g courses prior to senior year Complete all 15-course
a-g subject pattern by the end of senior year Courses must be
completed with a grade of C or better Grade point average Minimum
3.00 weighted GPA (for CA Residents) Minimum 3.40 weighted GPA (for
Non-CA Residents) Based on a-g courses completed in 10th and 11th
grades, including summer courses Examinations ACT with Writing or
SAT Reasoning Test by December of senior year
6. Submitting Test ScoresShould a student submit their test
scores to more than oneUC campus? Freshman applicants for fall 2012
must arrange to have official score reports sent to us by December
2011. If you report your scores to one campus, they will be shared
with every campus to which you have applied.
7. Important Dates and DeadlinesOctober: Application opens for
fall 2012 atwww.universityofcalifornia.edu/applyNov. 1-30: Filing
period for fall 2012. Applications must be submitted by11:59 p.m.
Nov. 30.Jan. 1: Filing period opens for GPA Verification Form
(required of Californiaresidents for Cal Grant consideration) and
Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (www.fafsa.gov).March 1-31:
Notification of fall 2012 admission decisionsMarch 2: Deadline for
applicants for all terms to submit FAFSA and GPAVerification
FormMay 1: Deadline for fall 2012 admitted freshmen to submit the
Statement ofIntent to Register to their chosen campusJuly 1-31:
Filing period for winter quarter/spring semester 2013.
Seewww.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/how-to-apply/check-majors
for
8. A-G Requirements
9. U.S. History/Social Science- 2 Years One year World History,
Cultures, or Geography A-G One year U.S History Ex: Modern World
History, Race and Social Justice English-4 Years Composition and
Literature Ask your counselor to sign you up for college
preparatory English classes. Mathematics-3 Years (4 Recommended!)
Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 Consider taking: Trigonometry,
Pre-Calculus, Calculus and other Adv. Math Courses to make yourself
more competitive.
10. Laboratory Science- 2 Years (3 Recommended!) Anatomy,
Physiology, Chemistry, Physics, Biology Language other than
English- 2 Years (3 Recommended!) A-G MUST be in the SAME language!
Can be waved if you pass the AP Exams or score high enough on SAT
Subject test. Visual and Performing Arts - 1 Year * Drama, Dance,
Theatre, Art History, Choir, Photography, Drawing, Art, Music
Appreciation College Prep Electives - 1 Year* Earth Science,
Journalism, Economics, Sociology, Psychology Political Science,
Computer Science, Child Development, *Ask your counselor what
courses are available that meet UC requirements.
11. Validating Occurs when student successfully completes an
advanced course (C grade or higher) in area of sequential
knowledge; student is presumed to have completed the lower-level
coursework. Example: Spanish 2 is completed with a C grade; Spanish
1 is validated by Spanish 2. Can also be used to clear subject
deficiency in which a grade of D or F was earned Example: Algebra 1
is completed with a D grade; Algebra II is completed with a C
grade; Algebra I is validated by Algebra II Grade of D or F remains
in the GPA calculation. Applies to courses in mathematics and
languages other than English
12. Repeating Repeating a course occurs when a student earns a
D or F grade and then a course with the same curriculum is taken to
clear the grade. The new grade earned will be used in the GPA
calculation. All a-g coursework (original and repeats) should be
reported on the application.
13. What are the rules on repeating courses? A course in which
a D/F is earned can be repeated with a course that has the same
curriculum, even if the course title is not identical (e.g.,
Algebra 1 and Beginning Algebra). If a C or better is earned, the
original D/F will not be included in the GPA calculation. Only the
new grade will be used in the GPA calculation. A course in which a
grade of C was earned cannot be repeated. There is no limit to the
overall number of repeated courses an applicant may present, but
each course can be repeated only once. Students must list all
courses, including the original course, on their
application.13
14. Tips for Using Online Courses to Satisfy RequirementsUC
will honor online courses offered by other providers IF: The high
school principal certifies that the course is comparable to other
college preparatory courses offered at the school site Lists the
course on the students transcript and includes the
institution/provider through which the course was taken, the number
of units, and the grade(s) receivedOnline courses in laboratory
science and visual and performing arts do not satisfy UC
requirements.Students must self-report all online courses on their
application.
15. The Application ProcessHow Is My Application Reviewed?
16. Nine campuses. One application. The application fee is $60
for each UC campus to which you apply. You must include the fees
with your application or it will not be processed. Report test
results. Prepare personal statement. 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. File on time.
(For High School Seniors) Ask for help. For More Info Visit:
http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/
17. Application Checklist Transcripts Youll need to enter
courses and grades from all schools you have attended, including
any collegeswhere you have taken courses. Dont enter information
from memory; misreporting your academic record can jeopardize your
admission. If you took advanced math and/or a language other than
English in middle school, you will need to tell us how many
semesters you completed. Test scores These include your ACT with
Writing and/or SAT scores and any Advanced Placement. Know the test
dates for upcoming exams you plan to take. Annual income (optional)
If your parents claim you as a dependent on their tax return, ask
them for their annual pre- tax income for 2010 and 2011. Refer to
tax records or pay stubs. Social Security number (if you have
one)We use your Social Security number to verify your identity and
match your application to your transcripts, test score reports and,
if you apply for financial aid, your FAFSA. It will be kept
confidential. Citizenship status You must enter your country of
citizenship (or "No Selection"). If you select a country other than
the United States, youll need to provide your immigration status
and the type of visa you hold (e.g., F-1). Statewide Student ID
(optional)Each K12 student in California public schools is assigned
an ID number. If its not printed on your high school transcript,
obtain it from your school counselor or registrar. Credit card
Youll need the account number, expiration date, cardholders name
and billing address. (If
18. How Is My Application Reviewed? UC has been using
comprehensive review since 2002. All 9 UC campuses use
comprehensive review. Consists of 14 academic and personal factors
Comprehensive review is the process used to evaluate an applicant
for admission using multiple measures of achievement and promise
within the context of educational opportunities and life
experiences. This allows UC to go beyond grades and test scores and
review each applicant fully based on everything in their
application.
19. Comprehensive Review Factors Campuses draw from 14 academic
and personal factors approved by University faculty, including:
Grades and test scores and: Quality of senior year program Special
talents, achievements & awards Promise for leadership Recent,
marked improvement in academic performance Significant community
service Participation in student government Intensive study and
exploration of other cultures Full list of factors:
www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/freshman/how-applications-reviewed/
20. How Is My Application Reviewed? Academic grade point
average in all completed A-G" courses, including additional points
for completed UC-certified honors courses. Scores on the ACT With
Writing or SAT Reasoning. Number of, content of and performance in
academic courses beyond the minimum A- G" requirements.
21. How Is My Application Reviewed? Number of and performance
in UC- approved honors and Advanced Placement courses.
Identification by UC as being ranked in the top 9 percent of the
your high school class at the end of your junior year (Eligible in
the Local Context, or ELC). Quality of your senior-year program as
measured by the type and number of academic courses in progress or
planned. Quality of your academic performance relative to the
educational opportunities available in your high school.
Outstanding performance in one or more academic subject areas.
Outstanding work in one or more special projects in any academic
field of study.
22. How Is My Application Reviewed? Completion of special
projects undertaken in the context of your high school curriculum
or in conjunction with special school events, projects or programs.
Academic accomplishments in light of your life experiences and
special circumstances. Location of your secondary school and
residence Recent, marked improvement in academic performance as
demonstrated by academic GPA and the quality of coursework
completed or in progress. Special talents, achievements and awards
in a particular field, such as visual and performing arts,
communication or athletic endeavors; special skills, such as
demonstrated written and oral proficiency in other languages;
special interests, such as intensive study and exploration of other
cultures; experiences that demonstrate unusual promise for
leadership, such as significant community service or significant
participation in student government; or other significant
experiences or
23. The Personal Statement
24. Personal Statement An opportunity for applicants to provide
information that supports and enhances review process Adds clarity,
richness and meaning to application and completes the application
Enables applicant to make the best possible case for admission An
admission decision is never based on the content of the personal
statement alone
25. Personal Statement Prompts Applicants are asked to respond
to two prompts: Describe the world you come fromfor example, your
family, community or schooland tell us how your world has shaped
your dreams and aspirations. 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? Word Count:
1,000 words total
26. Admission Rates
27. The 4 Year College Process9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade
12th Grade Plan Out 4 Year Grades Matter! Take on Academic Continue
to Class Schedule Continue Challenges Succeed Explore Involvement
Pursue Apply to UC University of Extracurricular Prepare for ACT
Leadership Apply for California Involvement and/or SAT
Opportunities Scholarships Explore Take Exams Campuses Tour
Campuses
28. 9th Grade Refer to your high schools Plan Out 4 Year
UC-approved a-g course list Class Schedule on the Doorways site:
Explore doorways.ucop.edu/list/ Extracurricular Options for
Satisfying A-G Involvement Chart CSU-UC Comparison Chart Online
Classes Community College Classes
universityofcalifornia.edu/counselorconferences
29. 10th Grade UC a-g GPA calculation:10th Grade Approved a-g
courses completedGrades Matter! in grades 10 and 11 (including
summers)Continue Involvement Additional grade points awarded for
grades of C or better in approvedPrepare for ACT honors, AP,
designated IB courses and/or SAT and transferable college
coursesExplore Campuses Points for UC-certified honors courses
capped at 4 yearlong courses (8 semesters). No more than two
yearlong courses (4 semesters) of honors credit may be applied to
courses completed in 10th grade.
30. 10th Grade Tools to Explore Campuses: 10th Grade UC Campus
websites Grades Matter! Zinch: www.zinch.com/ Continue College
Boards College Search: Involvement
collegesearch.collegeboard.com/searc Prepare for ACT h/index.jsp
and/or SAT Cappex: www.cappex.com/ Explore Campuses The Princeton
Reviews School Search: www.princetonreview.com/schoolsear ch.aspx
CollegeWeekLive: www.collegeweeklive.com
31. 11th Grade Test taking tips: 11th Grade Read! Take on
Academic Take practice tests early to know Challenges where you may
need help Pursue Leadership Consider your other time Opportunities
commitments when signing-up for tests Take Exams Re-take tests if
necessary Tour Campuses UC accepts both ACT with Writing and the
SAT Reasoning Test and will take your highest test score from a
single test date
32. 12th Grade UC Application Fall filing period:12th Grade
November 130Continue to Succeed www.universityofcalifornia.edu/
applyApply to UC Admissions notificationsApply for (posted online):
Scholarships March 1-30 Students must opt-in to waitlists Submit
Statement of Intent to Register (SIR): by May 1 Official high
school and college records due: by July 15
33. Resources UC Admissions website:
www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/ Comprehensive review:
http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/freshman/how-applications-
reviewed Admissions index:
http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/freshman/california-
residents/admissions-index/ ELC student and parent information:
http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/freshman/california-residents/local-
path/ Recommended Subject Tests:
http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/freshman/requirements/examinatio
n-requirement/SAT-subject-tests/ a-g Guide website for detailed
information on online courses:
www.ucop.edu/a-gGuide/ag/online_course.html Doorways a-g website:
http://www.ucop.edu/doorways/
