How are admissions decisions actually made?

foothilltransfer
Sat, 29 May 2010 15:03:21 +0000

[Transfer Selection FAQ’s](http://students.berkeley.edu/admissions/general.asp?id=113&navid=N)

“Applications were reviewed by more than 75 readers which included experienced admission/outreach officers, student affairs staff and faculty from the various Colleges. These readers assessed the applications based on the strength of the academic record, including the pattern of grades earned over time. All academic and personal information, including extracurricular accomplishments, employment and personal qualities, was taken into consideration. Because we recognize that Berkeley applicants vary in their academic and personal circumstances, the review took into account the context of each student’s opportunities and challenges and the way he or she responded to them. Personal qualities of leadership or motivation, likely contribution to the intellectual and cultural vitality of the campus, and demonstrated interest in the major area of study were also considered. However, completion of preparatory course work and academic performance were given the most weight in the transfer selection process.”

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