<p>I’ve read the UC Santa Cruz is extremely strict when it comes to maintaining a 3.0 GPA and no grade lower than a C in senior year, it’s under the "condition of admission. I’ve heard of many students getting their admissions revoked because they had under a 3.0 GPA and, one of them had their acceptance revoked in July. So I advise to get over a 3.0 GPA and nothing under a C. And if it’s impossible at this point, BEG your teacher. Cry if you have to, tell him or her that this is your future and that you would be willing to do anything to raise the grade. Most teachers do have a heart and are willing to help you. Bringing your parent as well to talk to the teacher would probably seal the deal.</p>