Post on 18-Jan-2016
Admissions2016-2017
At a Glance
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• 5 Medical Centers
• 3 National Laboratories
• 150 Academic Disciplines
• Educate over 233,000 students
• 1.7 million living Alumni
• $46 billion contributed to California economy
• 60 Nobel Laureates
Campuses
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• Nine Undergraduate campuses
• Campus Environment
• Campus Tours
Opportunities Beyond Campus
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Three popular learning programs:
1. UC's Education Abroad Program (EAP)• Attend a top-notch university or working at an
internship or special-focus program in one of 35 countries.
2. UC in D.C.• learn more about the real day-to-day
workings of the United States government, through the UC's Washington Center.
3. Intercampus visitor program• UC undergraduate in good standing, you
may attend another UC campus for a quarter or a semester if space is available.
Admissions to the University of California
Admission to UC
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California residents who meet freshman admission requirements and are:
• Top 9% in school (ELC) or
• Top 9% statewide
are guaranteed admission, though not necessarily to campus or program of choice
Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC)
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• Program by which UC identifies top-performing California high school students
• ELC draws qualified students from among the top 9% of each participating high school
• ELC ranking is determined by UCOP once students report courses and grades
• Must be a California resident and attend an eligible, participating California high school.
Freshman Admission Requirements
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Subject Requirements Years
a. History/Social Sciences 2 years
b. English 4 years
c. Mathematics 3 years
d. Laboratory Science 2 years
e. Language other than English 2 years
f. Visual & Performing Arts 1 year
g. College-Preparatory Elective 1 year
GPA Requirement: 3.0 - CA Residents 3.4 - Out of State ResidentsGPA based upon eligible course work completed in the sophomore and junior years and is capped at 8 semesters of UC approved honors
Examination Requirement: ACT Plus Writing or SAT Reasoning
Comprehensive Review
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• Each campus, in consultation with the UC Office of the President, sets goals that specify the number of new freshmen and transfer students expected to enroll for the fall term
• Most campuses have more qualified applicants than they have room to accommodate thus, they apply standards that are more demanding than the minimum requirements.
• Information on how a campus reviews students for admission can be viewed on the campus website
Comprehensive Review
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Using a process called comprehensive review, evaluators look beyond test scores and grades to evaluate applicants' academic achievements in light of the opportunities available to them and the capacity each student demonstrates to contribute to the intellectual life of the campus.
Comprehensive Review
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• Grade-Point Average
• Test Scores
• Courses Completed/Planned
• Honors, AP, IB, University Courses
• Top 9% Local Context (ELC)
• Quality of Senior-Year Program of Study
• Academic Opportunities in Secondary Schools
• Performance in Academic Subject Areas
• Achievements in Special Projects
• Improvement in Academic Performance
• Special Talents, Achievements, and Awards
• Participation in Educational Preparation Programs
• Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences
• Geographic Location
Fall 2015 Outcomes forCA Resident Freshmen
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Community College Transfer
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We give highest priority to California community college students transferring as juniors – who
make up over 90% of our transfer class.
Requirements:
• Complete the 7-course pattern by the end of the spring term prior to fall enrollment at UC
• Complete at least 60 semester/90 quarter units of UC-transferable credit.
• Earn at least a 2.4 GPA in UC-transferable courses (2.8 if you're a nonresident).
Community College Transfer
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• Meeting these basic requirements doesn't guarantee admission to the campus or major of your choice
• To be as competitive as possible, you should work toward meeting the requirements for the campuses and majors you're interested in
• Specifically, you should complete:• All major preparation courses listed on ASSIST.org
• General education requirements
Associates Degree for Transfer
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• Choose courses that align with the requirements at the UC campuse(s) you're interested in
• Use ASSIST.org or our major preparation paths to guide you in choosing the right courses
• Although earning an ADT does not guarantee admission to UC, some campuses consider it in the comprehensive review
Fall 2015 Outcomes forCA Resident Transfers
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The Personal Statement
Personal Statement
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• Grades and test scores are only one part of the story
• Helps the University learn more about an individual applicants:• Talents• Experiences• Achievements• Points of View
• Not a (re)list of qualities/accomplishments
Personal Statement
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• An introduction to the admission officer and faculty who may evaluate the application
• Should reflect original ideas
• Written in a natural style that conveys the personality of the applicant
• Ideas should be conveyed in a focused, thoughtful, and meaningful manner
• Supported with specific examples
Applying to theUniversity of California
Applying to UC
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• Application filing period – November 1-30
• Application available – August 1
• Application fee is $70 per campus for US residents/$80 for International applicants
• UC will waive application fees for up to four campuses for eligible US residents(available online)
• College Board and NACAC waivers
Campus Housing
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• UCM, UCB freshman guarantee for one year
• UCD, UCI, UCSD, and UCSC freshman guarantee for two years
• UCLA freshman guarantee for three years
• UCSB freshman guarantee for up to four years
• Each undergraduate college at UCSC and UCSD has its own housing community where special interests are celebrated
Undergraduate Fees – CA Residents
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Livingon campus
Living off campus
Tuition and fees* $13,400 $13,400
Books and supplies $1,500 $1,500
Health insurance allowance/fee
$2,100 $2,100
Room and board $14,200 $9,400
Personal/transportation $2,400 $3,100
TOTAL $33,600 $29,500
Undergraduate Fees – Nonresidents
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Livingon campus
Living off campus
Tuition and fees* $37,424 $37,424
Books and supplies $1,500 $1,500
Health insurance allowance/fee
$2,100 $2,100
Room and board $14,200 $9,400
Personal/transportation $2,400 $3,100
TOTAL $57,624 $57,524
Financial Aid
Financial Aid
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• File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) OR a California Dream Act Application between January 1 and March 2
• If you're a eligible California resident make sure your GPA has been submitted for a Cal Grant between January 1 – March 2
• Students must submit the FAFSA/Dream Act application to receive financial aid from the University of California
• Over two-thirds of UC undergraduates receive some gift aid, with an average award of over $16,000.
Scholarships
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• Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan (UC)• Intended to assist low-income students• Family income of less than $80,000/year• Must qualify for financial aid
• Middle Class Scholarship Program (CA)• Intended to assist middle-class students
attending UC and CSU• Family income of up to $150,000/year
Important Websites
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UC Information Center:Universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions
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UC-approved High School courses:Doorways.ucop.edu/list
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