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 2August 2014

Before Beginning

B C D E 4 Date/DeadlineTask August 1UC Application Opens November 1-30Submit UC Application Online Late JanuaryUpdate Fall Term Grades and Course Schedule March - AprilNotification of Admission June 1Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) Deadline Mid-June to Early JulyWaitlist Admission Notification Application Timeline Transfer August 2014

5 Student Preparation Research Campuses Early Gather Materials Brainstorm Apply Broadly Ask for Advice and Feedback Communications is Critical August 2014

How Applications are Reviewed

7 Requirements vs. Selection Every UC Campus Gets the same applicationReviews for minimum requirements Reviews for admission individually using content of the application August 2014

Campuses Look ForStrong grades & course preparationAn inclusive educational experience Assess Student Within Context Educational environmentAvailable resources and opportunities The Full Application Not just the personal statement 8 Comprehensive Review August 2014

9 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 August 2014

Completing the UC Application

Statement of Application Integrity Personal Information Academic History AP/IP Examination Scores Activities Outside of School Verification of Application Information 11 Accurate Details August 2014

12 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

13 Getting Started First time users start here! Application Deadline: November 30, 11:59 p.m. PST Apply Online at universityofcalifornia.edu/apply August 2014

14 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

15 Starting Your Application August 2014

16 Starting Your Application All students must enter a social security number if they have one August 2014

17 Selecting a Major Click to expand the list of majors August 2014

18 Ranking San Diego Colleges You must click here before ranking the colleges August 2014

19 Scholarships Review and select up to 16 scholarships that match your characteristics, interests, and background! August 2014

20 Biographical Information August 2014

Academic History for Transfer Applicants

22 UC Transfer Admission Planner Students using UC TAP can import information from TAP to the UC application August 2014

23 High School Attendance August 2014

24 College Attendance Provide basic information about your college August 2014

25 College Coursework Enter UC-approved A-G courses taken and grades earned at each school Click to display courses August 2014

26 College Coursework Indicate intent to complete required English and math courses August 2014

27 Academic History Comments Use this space to explain unusual circumstances, not as an extension of the personal statement August 2014

28 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 August 2014

29 Test Scores Passing AP & IB exam scores can be used to show subject mastery August 2014

The Personal Statement

Two PromptsMust address both1,000 words total maximum View as a personal interview on paper Compose outside of application Request feedbackPaste responses in plain text 31 The Personal Statement August 2014

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. 32 Transfer Statement August 2014

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? 33 Transfer Statement August 2014

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 34 Personal Statement – Final Thoughts August 2014

Submitting the Application

Additional Comments Include when appropriate Don’t Forget to Click Submit Updates Return to the application to make certain changes 36 Submitting the Application August 2014

37 Submitting the Application Disabled until all circles are solid. August 2014

38 Completeness Check August 2014

39 Release & Signature August 2014

40 Fees, Payment & Waivers August 2014

41 Submit Click here and expect this Check your for a submission confirmation August 2014

42 After Submission August 2014

43 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

44 Resources UC Admissions Home Page How to Apply Online Application Help Desk (U.S. only) (outside U.S.) UC Application Center P. O. Box 1432 Bakersfield, CA August 2014

Submitting the Application