august 2014 presenting yourself on the uc application for undergraduate admission – transfers

August 2014

Presenting Yourself on the UC Application for Undergraduate Admission – Transfers

Before Beginning

How Applications are Reviewed

Completing the Application

The Personal Statement

Submitting the Application

Overview

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Before Beginning

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Date/Deadline Task

August 1 UC Application Opens

November 1-30 Submit UC Application Online

Late January Update Fall Term Grades and Course Schedule

March - April Notification of Admission

June 1 Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) Deadline

Mid-June to Early July Waitlist Admission Notification

Application Timeline

Transfer

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Student Preparation

Research Campuses Early

Gather Materials

Brainstorm

Apply Broadly

Ask for Advice and Feedback

Email Communications is Critical

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How Applications are Reviewed

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Requirements vs. Selection

Every UC Campus

• Gets the same application• Reviews for minimum requirements • Reviews for admission individually using content of the application

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Campuses Look For• Strong grades & course preparation• An inclusive educational experience

Assess Student Within Context • Educational environment• Available resources and opportunities

The Full ApplicationNot just the personal statement

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Comprehensive Review

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Comprehensive Review• Grade Point Average in all

transferrable courses

• Completion of courses to meet major preparation

• Completion of courses to meet breadth requirements

• Participation in academic honors courses or programs

• Completion of an associate degree for transfer offered by a California community college

• Special Talents, Achievements, and awards

• Completion of Special Projects

• Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences

• Geographic Location

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Completing the UC Application

Statement of Application Integrity

Personal Information

Academic History

AP/IP Examination Scores

Activities Outside of School

Verification of Application Information

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Accurate Details

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The Basics

Contact InformationSo campuses can contact you

Campus/Major SelectionApply broadly

30-Minute Time Out“Next” or “Logout” to save

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Getting Started

First time users start here!

Application Deadline: November 30, 11:59 p.m. PST

Apply Online at universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

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Navigating

• Use the progress bar above to navigate• Use sections on the right for guidance• Use buttons below to move from page to page• Note my uc application, help, and sign out

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Starting Your Application

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Starting Your Application

All students must enter a social security number if they have one

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Selecting a Major

Click to expand the list of majors

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Ranking San Diego Colleges

You must click here before ranking the colleges

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Scholarships

Review and select up to 16 scholarships that match your characteristics, interests, and background!

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Biographical Information

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Academic History for Transfer Applicants

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UC Transfer Admission Planner

Students using UC TAP can import information from TAP to the UC application

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High School Attendance

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College Attendance

Provide basic information about your college

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College Coursework

Enter UC-approved A-G courses taken and grades earned at each school

Click to display courses

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College Coursework

Indicate intent to complete required English and math courses

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Academic History Comments

Use this space to explain unusual circumstances, not as an extension of the personal statement

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Activities & Awards

Choose up to 5 of your most meaningful experiences for each category.

• Educational Preparation Programs• Community Service• Work Experience• Awards & Honors• Extra Curricular Activities

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Test Scores

Passing AP & IB exam scores can be used to show subject mastery

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The Personal Statement

Two Prompts• Must address both• 1,000 words total maximum

View as a personal interview on paper

Compose outside of application • Request feedback• Paste responses in plain text

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The Personal Statement

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Prompt One

What is your intended major? Discuss how your interest in the subject developed and describe any experience you have had in the field — such as volunteer work, internships and employment, participation in student organizations and activities — and what you have gained from your involvement.

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Transfer Statement

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Prompt Two

Tell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or experience that is important to you. What about this quality or accomplishment makes you proud, and how does it relate to the person you are?

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Transfer Statement

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Start early, get feedback, and revise

Define your motivation in topics that you are passionate about

Decisions are never made on the personal statement alone

Avoid common mistakes

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Personal Statement – Final Thoughts

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Submitting the Application

Additional CommentsInclude when appropriate

Don’t Forget to Click Submit

UpdatesReturn to the application to make certain changes

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Submitting the Application

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Submitting the Application

Disabled until all circles are solid.

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Completeness Check

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Release & Signature

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Fees, Payment & Waivers

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Submit

Click here and expect thisCheck your email for a submission confirmation

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After Submission

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Transfer Academic Update

Update courses that were “in progress” with grades earned, and confirm or update planned courses for the current and future terms prior to enrollment at UC. Deadline is January 31.

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ResourcesUC Admissions Home Pagehttp://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/

How to Applyhttp://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/index.html

Online Applicationhttps://admissions.universityofcalifornia.edu/applicant/login.html

Help Deskucinfo@applyucsupport.net1-800-207-1710 (U.S. only)1-661-336-5723 (outside U.S.)

UC Application CenterP. O. Box 1432Bakersfield, CA 93302

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Submitting the Application