I’m afraid UCLA and UCB is more difficult to get in than UCSB or UCSD or UCD, based on quite similar rankings on different websites.
My son, OOS Chinese, accepted by UCD and UCSD, not surprised if get in UCSB but not UCLA or UCB.
UW GPA 3.8 (5 AP Jr, 5 AP Sr)
SAT 1550 (800M + 700E)
EC not outstanding
Essay (not sure)
I think admission or denial depends on your personal story and circumstances, your essays and what you’ve done in and out of school in addition to test scores and excellent grades once you meet a particular schools acceptance threshold (Testing scores, GPA)
I have been accepted to Cornell, UCR, UCSD, UCSB (chancellors reception invitee) and my stats are ok but not excellent. I believe it was my essays, school involvement, and outside of school activities that keep pushing me into the acceptance category.
Still waiting for UCLA, UCB and UCI
Good luck to everyone today.
@Jokes123 don’t lose hope! I know some friends who graduated last year that got into UCSB but denied (waitlisted) at UCSC. It’s unpredictable
anyone know what time results come out today?
@CaliCid 3pm PDT
I will not post stats but, to back you up my kid has been accepted to four UCs.
My son has been fortunate to be admitted into SLO, SDSU Honors, UCD and UCSD. He did not express an interest in any of the UC’s in particular in his essays. I assume he came across as somewhat quirky in his essays (which he is) which may be one reason why he’s been admitted to some great UC’s. I think UCSB is his top choice, so we’ve got our fingers crossed. But at least he’s got some amazing schools to choose between if he’s rejected! Only a few hours to wait!
Will I get in with 3.09 gpa?
Major: Sociology
SAT: 1310
EC: Police Academy, Police Cadet Program, District Attorney Explorer Program
T-3 hours to decision releases!!! So excited!
Given our experience, I very much agree with you @hsparent13. My D has average (if not low) stats for UC (4.22 gpa 1220 sat) but her resume & essays are very strong (e.g. many ECs & leadership roles, 4 year varsity athlete, FAA licensee, 500+ service hrs, small business owner, many awards, etc).
The UC outlines in great detail the 14 criteria they use for admission consideration, and although I’m sure stats weigh most heavily, I’m surprised that I don’t see the 14 criteria referenced more in discussion. My D addressed all of the 14 that she could in her application (except for marked improvement because she’s only had A’s). So far, she’s been accepted at UCSD, UCSC, UCR, Cal States: Long Beach, San Diego & San Marcos. Waiting on UCLA, UCB, UCSB, UCI & SLO. I guess we won’t ever know for sure but I would strongly suggest to future applicants to understanding the 14 criteria as it states clearly they decision on more than stats.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!! I’m always sooooo impressed with the accomplishments I read on here from students!
@lakeshow23 , I want to be optimistic for you, but a 3.09 GPA is well below all the UC thresholds. As others have mentioned, there are always exceptions, but I would have to say that your chances are extremely slim. Still, best of luck to you.
I agree with really honing in on the UC 14 point criteria and making sure if any apply to make sure you elaborate on them when writing the PIQ’s and filling out the additional info section. I’d love for everyone to come back and post when they receive the rest of their acceptances as well as where they ultimately chose to attend.
Can someone change me I’m having really bad anxiety and it would mean a lot.
1390 sat
4.0 capped uc gpa
Lots of aps
Tons of extracurriculars
*chance sorry
an hour to go-good luck every one!
omg don’t worry! your stat is higher than a lot of people. as long as you did well on your essay then you will do fine.
Decisions are out…
Son accepted for Electrical Engineering
GPA: 4.7 W, 4.0 UW
SAT: 1450 (790 Math)
SAT Math II: 790, Physics 750
Yippee, Accepted! UCSB is my first choice, so happy. Good luck to all
accepted!! this was great news because i got rejected from UCSD so I am a tad confused but… not complaining!