august 2014 presenting yourself on the uc application for undergraduate admission – transfers
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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 [email protected] (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