Timing of Pre-reads for UC and CA State Schools for athlete with one deficiency

[ucbalumnus]

@TonyGrace

Given the school, she probably has a good CC that can make a note of the atypical blip (she should not do this herself!). I know the requirements are the requirements, but this will resolve any concerns as to the “holistic” part of the process.

UCs and CSUs do not use recommendations in general.

Admission by exception exists for UCs, but it is rarely done.

[TonyGrace]

So its just your transcript? What’s in the application? Are there essays?

[Momofthree24]

@sinkor_swim

looking at the Admit by Exception cases in athletics.

It should be noted, however, that you noted your D is a “next level down” tier recruit. Will it take her off their recruit board altogether? It might. A higher level recruit(for UCLA, it’s not uncommon to have Olympic level swimmers) would more likely to get an exception. Only the coach knows.

[ucbalumnus]

@TonyGrace

So its just your transcript? What’s in the application?

UC and CSU applications have the applicant self-report courses and grades (to be verified on matriculation with final transcripts).

UC applicants write four essays (chosen from eight possible prompts) in the application. The applicant also lists activities, awards, etc..

CSU applicants do not need to write essays, and have a more limited set of things to add besides their self-reported courses and grades.

Major is relevant to admission selectivity at many campuses.

[SJ2727]

I believe UC Scout is an option for grade remediation at our school so you should get an affirmative response.

[sinkor_swim]

Yes, got the affirmative response this afternoon.