It really depends upon what UCSC will put on more emphasis on your test scores or GPA. Unfortunately, the UC’s weigh GPA more heavily since it is a better reflection of your academic abilities over a period of 3 years versus the tests scores which is a 1 day sitting. An upward trend in GPA is always helpful so like I said it could either way. Only a few more days to know the answer and I always love it when I am proven wrong.