Why do the UCs have low graduation rates?

sunfish
Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:39:53 +0000

The fact that you’re qualified to apply to UCB and UCLA does not mean you’re qualified to graduate in 4 years. Many regard UCB and UCLA as prestigious and difficult to gain admissions, and they are. But part of the admissions difficulty lies in the holistic admissions practice. No EC’s, disadvantaged background, skin colors, athletic talents, leadership skills, thousands of hours of volunteer work etc. can earn you a passing grade if you’re not academically qualified.
Mind you that the academic bar for non-science/engineering has already been set substantially lower.