@SmartNPretty People have been saying 4pm on the 24th.
I feel like it could come out 23 too since based on previous years they have released on a Thursday
@IBkidonthestreet hi haha I’ve been stalking the 2019 page and ur profile pic looked familiar. Ik u got in without having the second part of ur physics series. Just out of curiosity did they make u retake the whole series cause ik ucsd highly recommends finishing class sequences where they were started
@ucsdacceptme HA! Nice to meet ya. And regarding your question lmao it’s a little confusing so I’ll try and explain it as best as I can.
Short answer: not necessarily. They’ll let you finish the appropriate* physics series from where you left off when you transfer. (Can go from series 1 to 1, 2 to 2, 2 to 1, NOT 1 to 2)
Long answer: I was given the option to finish off the series I had already started (aka 2 series) OR technically start over (with the 1 series) OR finish the 1 series and they would use my class credit from the 2 series in place of the first section of requirements in the 1 series. When I took it at my CC my physics teacher sucked (legit, multiple reports against him AND he made inappropriate comments) so I barely passed and retained 0 information. I decided to take the 1 series (also because the last part of the physics series requires Multivariable Calc and I didn’t wanna do that) and I decided to technically start over.
So in the winter, I took physics 1a lecture + lab, and now I’m taking physics 1b lecture + lab, and in summer/fall I will take physics 1c +lab. (The cool part about the 2 series is there’s only 1 lab section required for 2B section so if I would’ve gone with this option, I only would have needed to take Multivariable, Lecture for 2B, and Lecture for 2C without the extra 2 lab sections).
Sorry this is long and extra info. I ALMOST FORGOT. I also decided to just retake 1 series because I’m interested in grad school and the counselors said it may not look good on my applications if I were to have a mixed combination series of the 2 and 1 classes. I thought it better not to risk it AND it didn’t add any more time. I’m still set to graduate Spring 2021.
@IBkidonthestreet While your here, have you enjoyed UCSD?
@IBkidonthestreet Hello there, thank you so much for coming to the thread and helping us answer questions! May I ask you a quick question about “Major prep courses” and its potential impact on admissions?
I am a student who is currently studying in University of Arizona as a sophomore, and my intended major is Economics. Which, it’s kinda different from microbiology. I checked UCSD’s 2 year plan for transfer students, it contains 7 lower division eco courses like Econ 1 and Econ 3 etc. But I only took 4 econ courses over the last two years. Do you think this circumstance will become a barrier for me to transfer? Or in other words, use as a reason to reject me? Sorry this question maybe too long and difficult to answer, since we have a different major and different institution. Thank you so much for your time!
And my stats: 3.61 GPA alongside 14 ECs, interns. And I completed all general educations, Math, Entry writing requirements. (Just missing couple of those major prep courses)
@Cole440 There are pros and cons that I’ve experienced just like every other UC (trust, I’ve heard A LOT of complaints from my friends that went to LA, SC, D, R, etc). Looking back, I’ve enjoyed my time in San Diego and I’m sad it got cut short because of the Corona epidemic.
Disclaimer: I also live off-campus in SD so that may cause a difference of opinion for some things with someone who lives on-campus.
My cons thus far:
- The quarter system (it’s FAST - if you aren’t ready to start in the Fall, you will get behind - it’ll wreck your GPA :heartbreak: )
- Plus/minus system – this is a UC/major university thing, but my CC didn’t have this grading system so I don’t like it haha
- Transportation/Parking — Another UC/major university thing, but for people who live off-campus or commute, parking/traveling is horrible. Also rush hour is a thing and it is not nice when it’s raining and you have to take the bus/walk to your apt
My pros:
- The area — There’s a reason why thousands of people live here. The skies are nice and cloudy and it’s so warm with a breeze, I love being outside. There is so much greenery in SD that it almost seems foreign when I return home and all I see is dirt and cacti haha. It’s also super safe! I walk to my apt complex from UTC mall(15 min walk) after school at night often and I’ve rarely felt scared or in danger walking by myself.
- Reputation — As a science major, you have no idea how much pride it gives me to know how dedicated the school is to expanding our knowledge of science and towards vital research. This is a top-rated and renowned school for a reason and it’s such a great feeling to know that you’re a part of something great.
- Opportunities — There are so many scholarships, clubs, activities, programs, and events that are held that you can’t join them all lol. After joining UCSD, I got to know a professor who pushed me to apply to a prestigious internship that I was accepted in which led me to work in a lab with my current PI and it’s the best thing that I could’ve ever imagined.
- Support/guidance — When I started, UCSD only offered a transfer class (like an in-depth orientation with info on programs, money, etc), but they recently opened a transfer center with peer-mentors who are trained to give advice, etc tailored to the transfer experience and I love it. They’re super nice and they hold nice games and events and give away free food.
- Science
What can I say? I geek out with all of my professors. Like they are at the top of their game in research and academics and we’re learning and talking to them! - Geisel library — There are no words to describe how much I love this library. Not only is it 24/7 but I love the style of it! As a bookworm, you will always see me here.
- Liveliness/the scene — I’m used to seeing old people all around me, but La Jolla is a mix of rich old people and money-making youngsters. The vibe is so relaxed and laidback, and you’ll always see people walking, exercising, shopping, it’s almost like a mini Utopia. This is cheesy, but I like being in an active city where I feel the bustle of everyday life.
- Adjustment — I’m from Palm Springs area and I love being around my family, so I honestly had a rough time moving out to SD but that’s just a thing of growing up. The thing to remember is that there are THOUSANDS of people in your situation, so it’s easy to reach out
People here are super nice and helpful. Not socially dead for sure. - Diversity — I almost forgot! I’m not used to being around so many Asian cultures so it’s been really cool to learn more about them and get to meet so many different people. I haven’t met many other Latinas though
@Jay0720 Hiiiiii. As you noted yourself, our majors are not too similar to one another, so the advice I give you will be more general.
I know that the UC system ranks California community college students higher in the rankings for transfer and then the next tier on that list is for other four year universities including those from out of state, so in comparison to those community college students, you could be at a disadvantage ((https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/admission-requirements/transfer-requirements/preparing-to-transfer/other-types-of-transfers.html)). However, there are out of state students that transfer into UCSD, so it’ll depend on your stats and how you compare to other out of state students.
I checked your major and GPA against stats provided by the UCs for transfers they’ve admitted in the past (https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/infocenter/transfers-major). I’m not sure which Econ major you chose, but I’m assuming it’s the one under the Social Sciences Department which would indicate that your GPA is within the range of 3.5 - 3.9 GPA from 2019. I think that’s pretty good. Considering that your ECON courses don’t exactly align with the UCSD courses, there is a chance that if you are accepted they’ll either make you take the courses there. Have you checked the syllabi of the courses you’re in need of against the syllabi of courses you’ve already taken? There may be a chance that you’ve already taken it. Or not.
I know that UCSD tends to be more lenient on missing a few prerequisites (probably not for CS or Engineering majors though). You have ECs which is good as it shows that you like to get involved and will remain so at UCSD. I’d think that you have a decent to good chance of being admitted if you were a CC student from CA so I’m honestly not too sure since you’ll be coming from out of state. Have you talked to any admissions officers?
WOW. I was not expecting that in depth of a reply! Thank you so much for writing that super insightful reply, I am sure that will not only be helpful to me but also many others!
@IBkidonthestreet If you have finished the physics series (2 semesters) and the class did not involve multivariable calculus, would they accept the credit you think?
This college seems heavy on calculus.
Based on previous years, people have gotten their transfer results on April 26 at like 4-5:30. But, hopefully it’s sooner because I am so nervous!!
That’s so weird! Does your college only have those 2 courses for the physics series? I’ve never heard of that. Are you able to check the syllabi for your physics courses against those of UCSD to make sure they match(just search them up online)? What does the articulation agreement between your college and the UCs on Assist say?
For my college, it was recommended that I take either the regular, college series (1 series at UCSD, mostly theory) or the engineering series (aka 2 series, lots of calc). For my CC, the physics series was broken into 3 parts: classical, electricity/magnetism, and spectrum and waves. Both of the UCSD series is split up into a similar fashion. Do you know which physics series you have taken and finished?
I think I’m getting away from your question though. Assuming that your 2 semesters of physics are equivalent to UCSD’s AND that assist confirms you only need those 2 courses (versus 3 at UCSD), I don’t see why they would not take your credit. So, yes they should accept your class credit without taking multivariable calculus if you’ve already finished. And you shouldn’t worry about it if it’s never been brought up with you before. It was part of my school’s agreement with UCSD if I had continued on with the 2 series there.
The reason why it was brought up in my case was because I had NOT finished the physics series in contrast to you. I still needed to complete it AND the multivariable was only a prereq for the 3rd class in the series for spectrum and waves in the 2 series at UCSD (aka engineering at my CC). However, I ultimately did not take the course because I switched to the 1 series (my CC’s college series). The 1 series only requires students to take calculus-based stats, calc1, and calc2 (derivatives up to integrals) as prerequisites. UCSD is science-heavy but it’s not that bad. I hate calc and throughout my time at UCSD I’ve probably only taken like under 10 integrals in my classes and almost all of them were for stats. I hope this answers your question.
I thought I’d add my two cents even though @IBkidonthestreet did a great job already, seriously thank you.
Basically what ik from my physics teachers, my counselors and my classmates is that UC’s want u to take physics with calculus. Some colleges like my college designed a physics class for life sciences that has some calculus but it’s very minimal and only goes up to calc 2 and unlike the physics series for engineers it’s only two semesters like what you took @SmartNPretty
Edit: I should add it articulates and on assist even ucsd has a physics for life Sciences so if this is ur case I wouldn’t worry at all but definitely double check on assist.
I have an incomplete for my statistics class I took in Fall 2019 because I was in a bad situation at that time and I’m currently working on finishing it. Do UCs hold “incompletes” against you? Also does UCSD specifically hold major pre-reqs that haven’t been finished by Fall semester against you?
hey ! @IBkidonthestreet you sound an awful lot like me, except I’m a CC student waiting to hear back right now!! i was wondering if i could message you somehow to ask you questions. since i don’t get to visit schools im trying to “interview” people who go there, but i dont know anyone who goes to SD!
@“Mrs.WolfBlood” Of course. I can send you a personal message through here and we can talk about creating a communication channel between us whether it be through Snap, Facebook, email, etc.
I got accepted last year as an OOS transfer and just thought I’d reflect on my experiences, and hopefully help yall out with some more data points.
Background: OOS 4-year university, Software Engineering Major
Major: Computer Science/ Cognitive Science (accepted CogSci)
GPA: 3.73
College: Muir → Warren → Marshall ->… (accepted Marshall)
Major Prep: CogSci doesn’t have any prereqs, but I finished Calculus series, lower/upper-div Computer Science courses, and Physics series.
EC’s: Internship, hackathons, study abroad.
Overall I couldn’t be happier with my decision to attend UCSD. The weather is amazing, courses are intellectually stimulating (gotta grind tho), and the area/people are just plain nice. La Jolla isn’t bustling like NY or Berkeley, but it’s not meant to be. Kinda feels like Beverly Hills but by the beach.
Also, I wouldn’t call UCSD socially dead. The campus is just more laid-back and most people are focused on academics during the weekdays (a pro in my book). A lot of kids go crazy on the weekends ;), but they know how to prioritize their time and not screw around in class. Afterall, it’s a prestigious university and I’d be concerned if people weren’t serious about their education.
I’m more than happy to answer any questions about the school, considering the crisis rn. And GL with all your admissions!
(P.S. I got accepted April 26 at 4:08 PM)
@bignono I’m not sure if you’re asking me, but I don’t believe they hold “incomplete” against you so long as you’re retaking the course and showing improvement Their goal is to make sure you’re on track to graduate. By any chance, did you mention and describe that situation in your UC application? It’ll help the admissions people know that you’re aware and on top of things.
In my personal experience and from what I’ve heard, UCSD tends to be more lenient when it comes to accepting people with missing prerequisites. For myself as a biology major, admissions representatives strongly recommended that I finish my major prep which includes: gen chem, o chem, biology for evolution and ecology, and a molecular biology class, along with calculus and physics + GEs (it’s better if you’re IGETC certified). I was accepted without completing the physics series at my CC (and stats because my school didn’t offer it).
At UCSD, I’ve met other transfers who were in the same situation as me. I also met other students who were missing o chem but they had finished physics. I’ve also met quite a few students who were accepted into the major without taking either series.
So, I think it depends on how much major prep you’ve completed, how important the classes are to your major that you’re missing, and other stuff in your application like your essays, what you’re involved in, honors, etc. When I was in your guys’ position last year, I felt confident that I would get in but there was always a little piece of doubt because you never know who else is in the applicant pool and how strong the other person’s application is against yours.
Hey, @IBkidonthestreet thank you so much for doing this! It gives us soo much more insight on the school itself and also if we should be freaking out about our own personal situations or not HA! If it’s okay would you mind letting us know what your stats were in terms of GPA and EC’s also I have a 3.34 GPA and am missing my 2nd gen Chem ( Schools like UCR which I have already been admitted to told me it’s fine if I take it in summer) and of course I’m missing OCHEM I have everything else done including physics.
I’m a human biology applicant. Do you think I have a shot? I know I’m below the range given on the transfer by major site and me missing that Major coursework will probably hurt me but I’m still trying to keep hope alive haha. I just want an honest opinion. also, I’m trying to transfer from a san Diego CC if that makes any difference.
@PursuitOfKnowledgee ayye another human bio major. I’m also missing o chem but have everything else done. Nice to know I’m not alone! I heard ucsd was very lenient and I think @IBkidonthestreet even mentioned that but idk about missing gen chem 2 cause I thought that was a make or break class
Also another user from the 2019 thread was a human bio major with a slightly lower Gpa than urs and was admitted off the waitlist I’m not sure where they stand in terms of major course work tho. Their @ is @kristinpete I think u can check out their replies if you wanna see if they ever posted their stats