uc admissions: the requirements and the process uc counselor conference 2013
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UC Admissions:The Requirements
and The Process
UC Counselor Conference 2013
Overview of Session
Enrollment Management
Comprehensive Review
Admission Selection
Freshman Admission Requirements
UC’s Message
Enrollment Management
Campus Capacity Considerations
Students Graduating
Re-enrollment of Former Students
Previous Year New Student Yield
Funding Level from the State (CA residents)
Enrollment Goals
Enrollment Management
Apply
Admit
Enroll
How UC Reviews Applications
The Application Process Application opens October 1
Filing period November 1-30
One application for entire UC system
– Student can apply to all 9 campuses
– Fee waiver for up to 4 campuses available to qualifying students
Each campus makes its admission decision independently for every applicant
Comprehensive Review
UC’s process to reviews applications in context
In use since 2002
14 factors established by UC faculty Allows consideration of each applicant’s
achievements, both academic and non-academic, in light of the opportunities and resources available to them in their educational and personal environment.
More on Comprehensive Review Factors: Academic & Non-Academic
Context: Resources & Opportunities Available– What students did with their options– What if students had limited options
Campus Processes Differ – For some campuses, no specific weight on
any factor– For other campuses, specific weight on
some factors
How UC Selects Applicants
Campus Admission Selection
More applicants who could succeed than can be accommodated
Campus-specific faculty guidelines– Defines values for campus admission– Leads to appropriately different processes
The Requirements
Freshman Admission RequirementsSubject 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
Examination Requirement
ACT Plus Writing or SAT Reasoning
GPA Requirement
Weighted 3.00
Statewide RequirementsSubject 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
Examination Requirement
ACT Plus Writing or SAT Reasoning
GPA Requirement
Weighted 3.00
Admissions Index
UC Score Required based on GPA and exam scores
Top 9% StatewideApplicants in the Top 9% of all high school
graduates in California must meet the general admission requirements and have an appropriate UC Score on the admissions index.
The admissions index is a sliding scale based on the applicant’s UC “a-g” GPA and UC Score.
Will be offered admission from a campus that has space available
Local Context (ELC) RequirementsSubject Requirements Local Context (ELC)
a. History/Social Sciences 1 year
b. English 2 years
c. Mathematics 2 year
d. Laboratory Science 1 year
e. Language other than English 1 year
f. Visual & Performing Arts
g. College-Preparatory Elective (or other a-f courses)
4 years
GPA Requirement
•At least 3.00•Meets Benchmark for the High school
Examination Requirement
ACT Plus Writing or SAT Reasoning
Top 9% Local Context Applicants in the Top 9% of their class at a
participating California high school who also meet ELC requirements:
Complete a specific pattern of 11 UC-approved
“a-g” courses
Earn a specific GPA or higher in the 11 courses
Complete the full a-g pattern by end of the senior year
Will be offered admission from a campus that has space available.
The Admission Offer Goes To . . .
Students from the full range of California
high schools and regions in order to
achieve the potential of the University’s
admission policy for California’s students
What Can Students Do?Have an inclusive high school experience
Take challenging courses and earn strong grades
Take advantage of other academic opportunities
Take initiative in pursuing passions and interests
Seek “fit” in school activities and community involvement
Explore leadership opportunities at school, in activities,
in the family and the community
Students should endeavor to do their best in all things
What Else Can Students Do?
Apply Across the UC System
To multiple campuses, if possible
Find the “right fit” for themselves
Know the range of selectivity across UC
Tips for Students Presenting Themselves in the Application
Carefully complete the application: – Tell us everything they want us to know– Major(s) of interest, if decided– Family background– Participation in activities– Use transcript(s) – don’t guess about grades– Avoid abbreviations/acronyms
All of these tips provide context and clarity
UC’s Message
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Regents direct the President, in consultation with the Academic Senate and campus admissions professionals, to ensure that all applicants receive an individualized review that ensures trained readers examine applicants’ full files to evaluate their accomplishments in the context of opportunity . . .”
“BE IT RESOLVED that University of California campuses must remain committed to recruiting students from the full range of California high schools and regions in order to achieve the potential of the University’s admission policy for California’s students . . .”
Resources University of California Admissions
http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/index.html
Comprehensive Review Factors– http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/freshman/how-applicati
ons-reviewed/index.html
Admissions Index Calculator– http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/freshman/california-resi
dents/admissions-index/index.html
ELC Information– Transcript and Student Contact Information Submission Process
- ELC Help Desk - Call: 800-839-8507– Questions, ELC Coordinator, Julie Lind – Email: [email protected]
Contact Us – Email: [email protected]
UC thanks you for your efforts in helping students find their
path.
