Is it possible for a middle schooler to get into UCs?

  1. Other than UCB, LOR’s are not considered for admission to the UC’s and UCB invites applicants to submit LOR’s.

  2. The admission by examination is as stated on the website: In general, this method of consideration is designed for students who have been unable to meet the regular subject requirements and/or earn a high school diploma because of unique circumstances, such as non-traditional education or long-term illness.

So do you have unique circumstances or a long-term illness that will prevent you from attending High School? Are you homeschooled? Do you have circumstances preventing you from attending High School?

Also there is no guarantee that they will consider you application just based on your age which will have a negative impact on your chances.

What is the hurry?

Colleges want to admit students that will succeed and although your SAT score is exceptional there is more involved than having good test scores to do well in a college setting. I suggest you look into taking some dual enrollment courses to get your so called “feet wet” with college courses while attending a HS and completing the UC a-g course requirements. Then apply either a year early as a Junior or you may find you want to complete 4 years of HS.