I do not think it is a good idea at all. You really need to discuss this with your GC. Since your application is not stellar, (and no one’s is to your level of stellar since no one has cured cancer) you have spring of Jr year and summer to improve, showing strong grades and being involved or continuing involvement in ECs. You are very short sighted if you think you can’t do something meaningful in spring and summer
- Not likely, ask your GC. UCs have one major application period and that is in November for the following fall. Very few campuses admit for Winter and very few majors. You would be highly restricted if it is even possible. You would have to check the UC page for availability and contact admissions, and it is only commenting for fall right now. Certain people may enter under special programs (TAG, EOP, Academic Re-Entry, Veterans, Disabled, etc.( http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/check-majors/index.html
- Doubtful
- No, it really makes no sense. Also a a waste of time and money. Just do it right the one time. You might actually damage your chances should you want to apply again the following year when they just rejected you last year.
- I don't think it is a good idea to apply to only private schools. UC and CSU are good value and solid to stellar reputation and important part of any California student's college list. You can find your safeties there if you like.
There are some programs specifically for Jr’s who are ready to enter college. USC has such a program. Also Simon’s Rock at Bard admits early students. They also have a very good transfer rate to super selective colleges. I am sure there are more special programs as well as privates you could try if you are convinced that is right for you. Also some other states do have spring admissions.