Presenting Yourself on the UC Application for Undergraduate Admission – Transfers August 2014 Overview Before Beginning How Applications are Reviewed Completing the Application The Personal Statement Submitting the Application August 2014 2 Before Beginning Application Timeline Transfer Date/Deadline Task August 1 UC Application Opens November 1-30 Submit UC Application Online Late January Update Fall Term Grades and Course Schedule E D March - April Notification of Admission June 1 Statement ofBIntent to Register (SIR) Deadline Mid-June to Early July Waitlist Admission Notification C August 2014 4 Student Preparation Research Campuses Early Gather Materials Brainstorm Apply Broadly Ask for Advice and Feedback Email Communications is Critical August 2014 5 How Applications are Reviewed Requirements vs. Selection Every UC Campus • Gets the same application • Reviews for minimum requirements • Reviews for admission individually using content of the application August 2014 7 Comprehensive Review Campuses Look For • Strong grades & course preparation • An inclusive educational experience Assess Student Within Context • Educational environment • Available resources and opportunities The Full Application Not just the personal statement August 2014 8 Comprehensive Review • Grade Point Average in all transferrable courses • Special Talents, Achievements, and awards • Completion of courses to meet major preparation • Completion of Special Projects • Completion of courses to meet breadth requirements • Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences • Geographic Location • Participation in academic honors courses or programs • Completion of an associate degree for transfer offered by a California community college August 2014 9 Completing the UC Application Accurate Details Statement of Application Integrity Personal Information Academic History AP/IP Examination Scores Activities Outside of School Verification of Application Information August 2014 11 The Basics Contact Information So campuses can contact you Campus/Major Selection Apply broadly 30-Minute Time Out “Next” or “Logout” to save August 2014 12 Getting Started First time users start here! Application Deadline: November 30, 11:59 p.m. PST Apply Online at universityofcalifornia.edu/apply August 2014 13 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 August 2014 14 Starting Your Application August 2014 15 Starting Your Application All students must enter a social security number if they have one August 2014 16 Selecting a Major Click to expand the list of majors August 2014 17 Ranking San Diego Colleges You must click here before ranking the colleges August 2014 18 Scholarships Review and select up to 16 scholarships that match your characteristics, interests, and background! August 2014 19 Biographical Information August 2014 20 Academic History for Transfer Applicants UC Transfer Admission Planner Students using UC TAP can import information from TAP to the UC application August 2014 22 High School Attendance August 2014 23 College Attendance Provide basic information about your college August 2014 24 College Coursework Click to display courses Enter UC-approved A-G courses taken and grades earned at each school August 2014 25 College Coursework Indicate intent to complete required English and math courses August 2014 26 Academic History Comments Use this space to explain unusual circumstances, not as an extension of the personal statement August 2014 27 Activities & Awards • • • • • Educational Preparation Programs Community Service Work Experience Awards & Honors Extra Curricular Activities Choose up to 5 of your most meaningful experiences for each category. August 2014 28 Test Scores Passing AP & IB exam scores can be used to show subject mastery August 2014 29 The Personal Statement 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 August 2014 31 Transfer Statement 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. August 2014 32 Transfer Statement 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? August 2014 33 Personal Statement – Final Thoughts 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 August 2014 34 Submitting the Application Submitting the Application Additional Comments Include when appropriate Don’t Forget to Click Submit Updates Return to the application to make certain changes August 2014 36 Submitting the Application Disabled until all circles are solid. August 2014 37 Completeness Check August 2014 38 Release & Signature August 2014 39 Fees, Payment & Waivers August 2014 40 Submit Click here and expect this Check your email for a submission confirmation August 2014 41 After Submission August 2014 42 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. August 2014 43 Resources UC Admissions Home Page http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/ How to Apply http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/index.html Online Application https://admissions.universityofcalifornia.edu/applicant/login.html Help Desk ucinfo@applyucsupport.net 1-800-207-1710 (U.S. only) 1-661-336-5723 (outside U.S.) UC Application Center P. O. Box 1432 Bakersfield, CA 93302 August 2014 44 Submitting the Application