Chances for an OOS Student?

Gumbymom
Thu, 03 Jul 2014 02:12:40 +0000

1) You need to calculate your weighted UC GPA see link:Cal State Apply | CSU;
Unfortunately, being OOS only your AP classes will count in your Sophomore/Junior year (Maximum of 8 semesters).
2) Your EC’s/SAT looks good for all the UC’s mentioned, but most UC’s weigh GPA more heavily than test scores
UCB/UCLA/UCSB tend to be more holistic, so great essays would definitely help.
3) Are you and your parents willing to pay the OOS price tag of $55K/year since the UC’s give little financial aid??

If your UC GPA weighted comes out around 3.9, I would say your chances as follows:
UCSB: Match
UCSD: Low Reach
UCB/UCLA: Reach