Should I bother applying for any UC at this point?

luckie1367
Sat, 15 Nov 2014 23:07:03 +0000

^ I second this. If you have the time and money to apply, why not? You seem to understand your chances.

I have to caution you though. Do not explain your lack of ECs as “'I’ve applied for plenty of them…but something always comes up. I can hopefully get some done in the Spring.” It comes off as whiny and making excuses. Unless it was some outstanding problem (major health issues in you or immediate family, etc), it is not an excusable reason. Many students have families, work, attend school and still make time for ECs.

Plus, what does ‘apply’ mean? There are tons of ECs where you just have to show up and clean the beach or walk for a cause.