| UCSB also requires a resume, audition tape, recommendations for the music major. Each of the UC's is different in the way it handles the applications (though the application, filed online, is a single application that is then directed to the particular schools the applicant checks off). UCLA and Cal use a "holistic" approach to reviewing applications that is less formulaic than it once was and considers extracurricular activities, etc.; Davis has used a point system in reviewing applications, with points for leadership activities, hardship, etc. Music achievement is one of the factors they consider and give points for. But no, you don't send supplemental materials to the general admissions folks; I do know, anecdotally, that there has in past years been some communication between the music department and admissions at some of the UC's -- whether it ends up making any difference is another question. |