COSMOS and it's affect on UC admissions.

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<p>While UC does look favorably on COSMOS participants, exactly how many points is not that clear.</p>

<p>In the Personal Statement section of the UC Davis application process, the instructions state:</p>

<p>Question 1: Academic Preparation</p>

<p>The university seeks to enroll students who take initiative in pursuing their education (for example, developing a special interest in science, language or the performing arts; or becoming involved in special programs including summer enrichment programs, research or academic development programs such as EAOP, MESA, Puente, COSMOS or other similar programs). This question seeks to understand a student’s motivation and dedication to learning.</p>

<p><a href=“http://admissions.ucdavis.edu/admissions/personal_statement.cfm[/url]”>http://admissions.ucdavis.edu/admissions/personal_statement.cfm&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;