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UC Admissions Policy
he University of Californias undergraduate admissions policy is guided by a commitment to serve the people of California and the needs of the state, within the framework of the California Master Plan for Higher Education. The Master Plan requires that the top oneeighth of the states high school graduates, as well as those transfer students who have successfully completed specified college work, be eligible for admission to the University of California. UC has designed its admissions requirements to ensure that all eligible students are adequately prepared for University-level work. The University of California is committed to assembling, on each campus, a student body that both meets UCs high academic standards and encompasses and reflects our states cultural, racial, geographic, economic and social diversity.
were admitted for fall 2010 are summarized beginning on page 27. These figures are meant to illustrate the relative selectivity of the campuses; they are not a means of predicting whether a student will be accepted to a particular campus and program. Admission to some campuses may be significantly more competitive for fall 2011. For questions about specific UC campus admissions policies, selection criteria and the level of competition for admission to particular campuses and programs, it is best to contact the campus admissions office directly.
choice of major
Most University campuses offer a full range of undergraduate majors in the humanities, sciences, social sciences and engineering. Each campuss undergraduate degree programs are listed beginning on page 66. Students need to select majors carefully, keeping in mind that admission to programs such as engineering, computer science and business administration is very competitive at some campuses. Each UC campuss General Catalog is an excellent source of information about the majors. Catalogs provide detailed descriptions of lower-division prerequisites, required courses and their content, and the emphasis of each major (e.g., preparation for graduate study or for entry into a career or profession). Catalogs are available online; see the UC Directory beginning on page 75. Transfer students also should consult the Transfer Preparation Paths at uctransfer. universityofcalifornia.edu, where they will find information on major-preparation requirements for the most popular UC majors. High school students who have not yet decided on a major should be advised that they may apply to particular colleges at all campuses with an undecided, undeclared or exploratory major. Transfer students should check with specific campus admissions offices about applying undeclared.
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Often, the number of qualified applicants exceeds the spaces available for a particular campus; in this case, the campus uses criteria that exceed the minimum requirements to select students. Meeting the minimum requirements, therefore, is not enough to gain admission to many UC campuses and programs. Academic achievement and promise, as well as potential to contribute to the educational environment and intellectual vitality of the campus, are among the criteria campuses use in selection. Because the level of competition for admission to certain campuses and programs is very high, students should take a broader view and consider applying to more than one campus and to programs that, while not their first choice, will allow them to fulfill their educational goals. Selection criteria for freshman applicants are described on page 26; those for transfer applicants are on page 36. Measuring a students qualifications against these criteria is not a way to predict whether he or she will be accepted to a particular campus or program; they are presented to help counselors better understand the Universitys selection process. The level of performance needed to gain admission to particular campuses and programs varies from year to year, and depends on the number of qualified applicants and the number of available spaces. To give counselors some idea of the competition for admission at each campus, the academic qualifications of freshmen who
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All UC campuses have distinguished faculty, excellent libraries and research facilities, and high academic standards; all attract the most accomplished students in California. But students should also know that each University campus has its own distinctive character and atmosphere, and that the best fit may be a campus they initially knew little about. Most prospective students are familiar with only one or two UC campuses, usually those nearest their homes or mentioned most frequently in the news. They should be encouraged to explore the opportunities offered by all the UC campuses to ensure they dont overlook the one that may best suit their individual needs. Students can begin their research by visiting campus websites and ordering the General Catalogs of the campuses they are interested in. The websites and catalogs provide detailed descriptions of undergraduate programs and individual courses and contain a wealth of information about student life. If at all possible, students should arrange to visit the campus. Another source of information about any of the Universitys campuses is the nearest relations with schools office, which welcomes questions from prospective students. For campus contact information, see the UC Directory beginning on page 75.
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material including literature, biography, nonfiction and criticism in addition to what they are required to read in class.
Writing
Prospective students must learn to write clearly and skillfully in English and to think critically and analyze what they learn in class and in their reading, so that they can present their ideas in an organized and persuasive manner. University students proficient in composition must be able to understand the assigned topic, select and develop a theme by argument and example, use words and sentences clearly and precisely, demonstrate an understanding of the rules of standard English, and punctuate and spell correctly.
Mathematics
A number of fields of study require preparation in mathematics beyond the three years required for University admission. All majors in engineering and the physical, mathematical and life sciences include courses in calculus, as do programs leading to professional degrees in medicine, dentistry, optometry and pharmacy. Many majors in the social sciences, business and agriculture require statistics and/or calculus. The recommended four years of high school mathematics should include basic operations with numerical and algebraic functions; operations with exponents and radicals; linear equations and inequalities; polynomials and polynomial equations; functions and their graphs; trigonometry, logarithms and exponential functions; and applications and word problems. Most UC students take calculus or statistics, if required, during the freshman year. Students who are not prepared to do so will have to take one or more preparatory mathematics courses at the University.
Laboratory Science
The University requires two years of laboratory science in high school, but many majors require more. Programs in the biological sciences and some natural resource fields require high school biology, chemistry and physics. Programs in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, agriculture and the health sciences require chemistry and physics, and recommend biology.
Reading
University students must be able to read and understand scholarly publications, analyze what they read and question themselves about an authors intentions, viewpoint, arguments and conclusions. Students should read commentaries and essays as well as textbooks, and a wide variety of other
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subject requirement
The intent of the Subject Requirement is to ensure that students can participate fully in the first-year program at the University in a wide variety of fields of study. The requirements are written for the benefit of all students expecting to enter the University, and not for the preparation for specific majors.
a-G high school courses Most students satisfy the Subject Requirement by completing 15 yearlong high school courses. Seven of the courses must be taken (or validated) in the last two years of high school. (For a complete list of the a-g course requirements and other options for satisfying the Subject Requirement, see pages 6-7.) To be accepted by the University, courses taken at a California high school to satisfy the Subject Requirement (a-g courses) must appear on that schools official UC-certified course list for the year the student took the course. Course titles or transcript abbreviations must appear on the students transcripts as they appear on the UC-certified course list. Searchable UC-certified course lists are available at https://doorways.ucop.edu/list. A schools a-g courses must be academically challenging, involving substantial reading and writing to a degree appropriate to the course and subject matter. Courses must include problems and laboratory work, as appropriate. Courses used to satisfy a-g requirements must require students to think analytically as well as to master factual content. These courses should also develop students oral and listening skills. Interdisciplinary, integrated programs may be applied to more than one area of the Subject Requirement. For example, an integrated humanities program may satisfy part of the a (history/social science) requirement and part of the b (English) requirement. For more information about a-g courses, see www.ucop.edu/doorways/guide. History/Social Science (a): A wide variety of courses may be used to satisfy the one year of world history, cultures and geography. Courses need not be strictly limited to the topics in the subject area, nor do they need to cover every culture or period in the history of mankind. A suitable course could be an in-depth study of a single culture, such as a yearlong study of Chinese civilization. Alternatively, several cultures might be studied and compared, as in more traditional world history, culture and geography courses. An important element of appropriate courses is that the focus be outside the United States and, whenever possible, away from cultures very similar to our own, e.g., England and Canada. U.S. history courses may present and analyze historical events and movements with a particular focus, such as gender and family in American life or science and technology in American society. Courses should cover the full span of American history and avoid isolating particular groups from the
larger society of which they are a part. English (b): All English courses must require extensive reading of a variety of literary genres, including classical and/or contemporary works. Students must demonstrate understanding of rhetorical, grammatical and syntactical patterns, forms and structures while responding to texts of varying lengths in unassisted writing assignments. Courses that are appropriate for the final years of high school study should demand a substantially higher level of the requirements and skills outlined above. Courses in creative writing, speech or debate do not normally satisfy the b requirement but may meet the g requirement. For expected competencies in English at the time of high school graduation, refer to the Entry-Level Writing Requirement website (www.ucop.edu/elwr), which details writing standards and provides examples of acceptable freshman-level scored essays. In addition, refer to the Academic Senates Academic Literacy: A Statement on Competencies Expected of Entering Students to Californias Public Colleges and Universities (Spring 2002), available at www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ senate/reports/acadlit.pdf. ELD Courses: English Language Development ( ELD ) courses may be acceptable for a maximum of one year (two semesters), provided they are advanced college-preparatory courses with strong emphasis on reading and writing. Such courses must deal specifically with rhetorical, grammatical and syntactical forms in English especially those that show cross-linguistic influence and must provide explicit work in vocabulary development. Mathematics (c): The goal of the math requirement is to ensure that freshmen are adequately prepared to undertake universitylevel study. Area c courses recognize the hierarchical nature of mathematics, and advanced courses should demonstrate grown in depth and complexity, both in mathematical maturity and in topical organization. Although many schools follow the Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra II format, other sequences may treat these topics in an integrated fashion, such as the Interactive Math Program (IMP). Combinations of IMP, algebra, geometry and other courses can also satisfy the c requirement. A mathematics course (e.g., algebra) taken over three or four semesters is acceptable; it will earn credit for only one year (two semesters) of work. For expected competencies at the time of graduation from high school, refer to the Statement on Competencies in Mathematics
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Expected of Entering College Students, available at www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ senate/reports/mathcomp.html. Laboratory Science (d): Students should select courses that represent two of the three foundational subjects of biology/life science, chemistry and physics. For example, a student who takes only biology and physiology, or biology and marine biology, would not meet the d requirement. The last two years of a three-year sequence in integrated science, where rigorous coverage of at least two of the foundational subjects is provided, satisfy this requirement. If the last year of the three-year sequence is not offered by the school, a student may complete the requirement by taking a course in biology, chemistry or physics. Language Other Than English (e): The minimum performance objectives of two years of high school study of a language other than English should include: The ability to sustain a brief conversation on simple everyday topics, demonstrating good use of the whole sound system (and pronunciation) and of the basic structural patterns in past, present and future tenses, subjunctive and commands, and The ability to summarize, orally and in writing, the main points of a relatively simple reading passage not involving specialized vocabulary. Emphasis should not be on the ability to describe grammatical features of the language. Generally, a bilingual student is considered to have met the e requirement and may choose not to enroll in courses in a language other than English. Such students may be better served by enrolling in additional electives or, if their English is limited, English as a Second Language. Students who elect not to take courses in a language other than English must satisfy the e requirement by one of the methods listed on page 7 or document competence in a language other than English as explained on page 8. Visual and Performing Arts (f): Students must satisfy the f requirement by completing a single yearlong course from a single visual and performing arts (VPA) discipline. Students may take the course over different academic years, but the course must be taken in sequential order. Courses should provide students with a meaningful experience and breadth of knowledge so that they may apply their knowledge and experience to the creation of art and are better able to understand and appreciate artistic expression on the basis of that experience and knowledge. Work outside of class is required:
dance
Ballet, modern dance, jazz and ethnic dance, choreography and improvisation, dance history, dance production/ performance
drama/ theater
Acting, directing, oral interpretation, Speech, debate, courses in other discidramatic production, dramaturgy/ plines that require students to perform history/theory, stage/lighting/costume occasional skits design Band (concert, symphonic, jazz), orchestra, choir (e.g., concert, jazz, soul, madrigal), music history/appreciation, music theory/composition Painting, drawing, sculpture, art photography, printmaking, contemporary media, ceramics, art history Musical group that performs primarily for sporting events, parades, competitive field events and/or community/ civic activities Craft courses, mechanical drafting, Web page development, yearbook and photography offered as photojournalism (e.g., as a component of yearbook or school newspaper publication)
music
Visual art
for example, portfolio/performance preparation, reading, writing, research projects and/or critical listening/viewing. Each visual and performing arts course shall sufficiently address all five component strands of the California State Board of Educations approved content standards. The VPA content standards can be reviewed at the California Department of Education website (www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/vamain.asp). Private or community-based study in the arts, courses that are primarily recreational, athletic or focused on body conditioning, and courses specifically designed for training for a profession are not acceptable to meet the VPA requirement. (For more information, see Examples of Acceptable and Unacceptable VPA Courses, above.) College-Preparatory Electives (g): The general purpose of the g requirement are to encourage prospective University students to fill out their high school programs with courses that will meet one or more of the following objectives: Strengthen general study skills, particularly analytical reading, expository writing and oral communication, and Provide an opportunity to begin work in academic and career technical disciplines that could lead directly to a major program of study at either the California State University or the University of California.
This requirement may be satisfied by completion of one advanced UC-approved a-f subject course or completion of a course that has been specifically approved for the g elective area. Courses that satisfy the elective requirement must have at least one prerequisite or co-requisite, or be an advanced course designed for the 11th or 12th grades. The options for satisfying the requirement are: Option 1: Completion of one advanced UC-approved af course: Courses listed on a schools course list in the a-f subject areas that exceed the minimum requirement for a subject area, such as a fourth year of UC-approved mathematics or a third year of language other than English, will fulfill the elective requirement. These courses must have a prerequisite or co-requisite, or be an advanced course intended for 11th- and 12thgrade students, with the exception of certain laboratory science courses that are intended for ninth- and 10th-grade students, such as earth science, physical science and the first year of an integrated science sequence. Option 2: Completion of a course that has been specifically approved for the g elective area: These courses are expected to meet standards of quality similar to those required for the a-f requirements. They should present material at a sufficient depth to allow students to achieve mastery of fundamental knowledge that prepares them for (continued on page 8)
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The following Subject Exam scores satisfy one year of the requirement: U.S. History Subject Exam: 550 World History Subject Exam: 540 U.S. Government: Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Exam satisfies a half year. World History/Cultures/Geography: Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Exam in European History, World History or Human Geography; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on the IB History HL or Geography HL exam Reasoning Test Writing section: Score of 560 satisfies first three years; score of 680 satisfies entire four-year requirement. Literature Subject Exam: Score of 560 satisfies first three years. Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP English Language and Composition or English Literature and Composition Exam; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on the IB Language A1 English HL exam
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2 years required: U.S. History: Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP U.S. History Exam; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on the IB History of the Americas HL exam
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one year of world history, cultures and geography (may be a single yearlong course or two one-semester courses), and
U.S. History/Civics/American Government: Grade of C or better in a transferable course of 3 or more semester (4 or more quarter) units in U.S. history, civics or American government World History/Cultures/Geography: Grade of C or better in a transferable course of 3 or more semester (4 or more quarter) units in world history, cultures and geography
one year of U.S. history or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of civics or American government
b english
4 years required:
Four years of college-preparatory English that include frequent writing, from brainstorming to final paper, as well as reading of classic and modern literature. No more than one year of ESL-type courses can be used to meet this requirement.
For each year required through the 11th grade, a grade of C or better in a course of 3 or more semester (4 or more quarter) units in English composition, literature (American or English) or foreign literature in translation. Courses used to clear the fourth year and/or the entire requirement must be transferable. Literature courses must include substantial work in composition.
c mathematics
3 years required, 4 years recommended: The following Subject Exam scores satisfy the entire requirement: Mathematics 1C Subject Exam: Score of 570 satisfies entire requirement. (Note: This exam cannot be used to satisfy the Examination Requirement for admission.) Mathematics Level 2 Subject Exam: Score of 480 satisfies entire requirement.
Statistics: Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Statistics Exam satisfies elementary and intermediate algebra; Calculus: Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus AB or Calculus BC Exam satisfies three years; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on the IB Mathematics HL exam
Three years of college-preparatory mathematics that include the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry. Approved integrated math courses may be used to fulfill part or all of this requirement, as may math courses taken in the seventh and eighth grades if the high school accepts them as equivalent to its own courses.
Grade of C or better in a transferable mathematics course that has intermediate algebra as a prerequisite satisfies entire requirement, as does a nontransferable course of 3 semester (4 quarter) units in trigonometry. Freshman applicants cannot fulfill the entire requirement with statistics. One 3-semester-unit course in elementary algebra, geometry or intermediate algebra satisfies one year of the requirement. Score of 3, 4 or 5 on any two AP Exams in Biology, Chemistry, Physics B or Physics C, and Environmental Science; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on any two IB HL exams in Biology, Chemistry or Physics For each year of the requirement, a grade of C or better in a transferable course in biology, chemistry or physics with at least 30 hours of laboratory (not demonstration)
d Laboratory science
Two years of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in two of the following: biology, chemistry and physics. Approved engineering courses or the final two years of an approved three-year integrated science program that provides rigorous coverage of at least two of the three foundational subjects fulfill this requirement.
The following Subject Exam scores satisfy one year of the requirement: Biology: 540 Chemistry: 530 Physics: 530
2 years required, 3 years recommended: The following Subject Exam scores satisfy the entire requirement: Chinese With Listening : 520 French/French With Listening: 540 German/German With Listening: 510 Modern Hebrew: 470 Italian: 520 Japanese With Listening: 510 Korean With Listening: 500 Latin: 530 Spanish/Spanish With Listening: 520 Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Language or Literature Exam in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish or Latin; Grade of C or better in any transferable course(s) (excluding conversation) held by the college to be equivalent to two years of high school language. Many colleges list the prerequisites for their second course in language as Language 1 at this college or two years of high school language. In this case, Language 1 clears both years of the requirement. Score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP History of Art, Studio Art or Music Theory Exam; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on any one IB HL exam in Dance, Film, Music, Theatre Arts or Visual Arts The following Subject Exam scores satisfy the entire requirement: U.S. History: 550 World History: 540 Writing/English Composition or Literature: 560 Mathematics Level 2: 520 Science (other than taken for d requirement): Same tests and scores as listed above under d Language Other Than English, third year: Chinese With Listening: 570 French/French With Listening: 590 German/German With Listening: 570 Modern Hebrew: 500 Italian: 570 Japanese With Listening: 570 Korean With Listening: 550 Latin: 580 Spanish/Spanish With Listening: 570 A second Language Other Than English: Same tests and scores as listed under e Score of 3, 4 or 5 on any one AP Exam in Computer Science A, Computer Science AB, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Human Geography, Psychology, U.S. Government or Comparative Government; Score of 5, 6 or 7 on any one IB HL exam in Economics, Philosophy, Psychology, Social and Cultural Anthropology, or Computer Science
Two years of the same language other than English. Courses should emphasize speaking and understanding, and include instruction in grammar, vocabulary, reading, composition and culture. American Sign Language and classical languages, such as Latin and Greek, are acceptable.
1 year required:
One yearlong course of visual and performing arts chosen from the following: dance, drama/theater, music or visual art
Grade of C or better in any transferable course of 3 semester (4 quarter) units that clearly falls within one of four visual/performing arts disciplines: dance, drama/theater, music or visual art
g CollegePreparatory elective
1 year required:
One year (two semesters), in addition to those required in a-f above, chosen from the following areas: engineering technology, visual and performing arts (non-introductorylevel courses), history, social science, English, advanced mathematics, laboratory science and language other than English (a third year in the language used for the e requirement or two years of another language)
Grade of C or better in one transferable course beyond those listed above as clearing any of the a-f requirements; or a transferable course having as prerequisite the equivalent of two high school years in a second language; or a transferable course equivalent to those that clear the c, d or e requirement; or a transferable course of 3 or more semester (4 or more quarter) units in history, social science, or visual and performing arts
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university work. Students are expected to engage in substantial reading and writing, and consistently apply critical thinking, analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills. The subject-specific guidelines include: Career Technical Education (CTE): CTE courses may be approved in all subject areas. For more information, see www.ucop. edu/a-gGuide/ag/cte. Acceptable elective courses connect academic knowledge with practical or work-related applications. Such courses must: Provide high-quality, challenging curricula that use and advance the concepts and skills of the a-f subject areas, Integrate academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge, and Include tasks that are rich in opportunities to develop knowledge of tools, processes and materials, engage in problem-solving and decision-making, and explain what one is doing and why. A CTE elective course should require at least one prerequisite or co-requisite, or be an advanced course designed for the 11th or 12th grades. Courses may emphasize academic concepts using career-related applications to make ideas accessible to students. Conversely, these courses may use career and technical applications to provide an entry point for understanding theoretical or technical aspects of an academic discipline. A CTE course may include relevant
applications of academic content outside the classroom through work-based learning, challenging hands-on projects, service learning and/or project-based learning that connect with the academic curriculum. In addition to unit exams, midterm and final exams, reports, and culminating projects that may include both an oral presentation and a written report, CTE courses may employ alternative assessments, such as completed products and/ or project exhibitions. Advanced Mathematics: Acceptable electives are courses in mathematics with second-year algebra as a prerequisite, such as trigonometry, linear algebra, precalculus (analytic geometry and mathematical analysis), calculus, and probability and statistics. Computer Science: A computer science course is acceptable if it fulfills the following objectives: teaches students to express algorithms in a standard computer language, requires students to complete substantial programming projects and involves the study and mastery of various aspects of computer architecture. English: Courses must require substantial reading with frequent and extensive practice in writing that is carefully evaluated and criticized. Courses in journalism, speech and debate are acceptable electives if they meet these general requirements in reading and writing. Semester-long courses, such as creative writing, poetry, mythology and others also may be accepted. Courses may be multidis-
ciplinary, drawing knowledge from two or more disciplines, such as Fiction and Film, Ecoliteracy, Literature and World Religions. History: Courses should require extensive reading and writing, and enable students to establish a breadth of understanding of history (e.g., world history, political history or economic history) and should provide an understanding of the human past, including its relation to the present. Courses should develop a students ability to think critically, evaluate historical data, and analyze and synthesize evidence. Laboratory Science: In this subject area only, ninth- and 10th-grade courses are often accepted as electives. Courses must cover topics from the biological, earth or physical sciences and include laboratory and/or field activities. Advanced 11th- and 12th-grade courses must provide opportunities for students to extend their understanding of basic science through focused courses in areas such as agricultural science, astronomy, biotechnology, environmental science, medical arts and veterinary science. A terminal course designed only to meet graduation requirements is not an acceptable science elective. Languages Other Than English (LOTE) : If students take as an elective the same language used to satisfy the LOTE requirement, the elective course must have the equivalent of two years of the language as a prerequisite. Students also may present a second language other than English but must complete the
Students who have completed two years of formal instruction in a school where a language other than English was used as a medium of instruction beginning in grade six or later have met the LOTE requirement. Consecutive enrollment is not required. Most language departments at universities will conduct an assessment and issue a statement of competency on official letterhead, which would serve as certification. Search university websites to learn if they have a department in that area and contact them by phone to request an appointment to have an assessment conducted. Principals should develop and maintain clear standards for providing this certification. Certification should be based on the judgment of language teachers, advice of professional or cultural organizations with an interest in maintaining language proficiency, or other appropriate source of expertise. Language placement examinations or other similar assessments may be used.
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For ELC, the Notes section of the high school transcript can show the assessment of proficiency level. (Example: Competency in Portuguese equivalent to two years of college-prep Portuguese certified by the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at UC Berkeley on March 12, 2009.)
For ELC, the Notes section of the high school transcript can show the principals certification of competency with the language and proficiency level. (Example: Competency in Spanish equivalent to two years of college-prep Spanish certified by Principal Jones on March 12, 2009.) If level is not given, only one year credit will be granted.
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equivalent of the second year of the language in order to fulfill the elective requirement. Social Science: Courses must be in one of the social sciences: anthropology, economics, geography, political science, psychology or sociology. Courses may be interdisciplinary in nature, drawing knowledge from two or more of these fields, such as Latin American studies, African American economics and comparative world religions. Course objectives should include as many of the following as are applicable to the field: An understanding of the development and basic features of major societies and cultures, An examination of the historic and contemporary ideas that have shaped our world, An understanding of the fundamentals of how differing political and economic systems function, An examination of the nature and principles of individual and group behavior, Study of social science methodologies, and Comparison of cultures and perspectives. To develop a students ability to think critically, evaluate ideas and information, and analyze and synthesize qualitative and quantitative evidence (in the laboratory and in the field), a social science course must include a body of basic knowledge, extensive reading, and written and oral exposition. Courses designed to meet state-mandated social studies graduation requirements are acceptable, provided that they meet the above criteria. Courses with applied, service or career-related content are acceptable if those components augment the strong academic content of the course. Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) : Advanced VPA courses can be considered to meet the g requirement, but must still address the five strands of the VPA standards. (see Visual and Performing Arts (f ), page 5.) Advanced courses should enable students to understand and appreciate artistic expression and, where appropriate, to talk and write with discrimi nation about the material studied. Courses devoted to artistic performance and developing creative artistic ability should have prerequisites (either one year of introductory coursework or experience approved by the instructor) and should assume proficiency beyond the introductory level. Courses must require on average the equivalent of a fiveperiod class per week. Outside work must be required (e.g., portfolio/performance preparation, reading, writing, research projects
will only be considered for the g elective area, not the f VPA area. honors-level courses To encourage students to undertake more challenging work at the advanced secondary level, the University assigns extra weight to grades received in honors-level courses. The University uses a very specific and narrow definition of honorslevel work, which often differs from those of honors programs offered by high schools. Acceptable UC-certified honors courses are specialized, college-level courses, such as those offered through the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) programs, normally offered to students in grades 11 and 12. The University does not certify ninth- and 10th-grade-level courses as honors courses because they do not meet these requirements. In general, the University expects students to complete core courses before undertaking college-level work. UC therefore limits the number of courses that may be certified as honors-level at each school and limits the amount of credit students may accrue for completion of certified honors-level work. Most students complete UC-certified honors-level work in grades 11 and 12, although some advanced students may be able to complete these courses as early as grade 10. The University limits the amount of UC-certified honors credit students may receive for work completed in grade 10 to no more than two units (four semesters). Guidelines on the Certification of High School Honors-Level Courses: High school courses should be included on the certified course list as honors-level courses if they are Advanced Placement (AP) courses, if they are designated International Baccalaureate (IB) courses, or if they have been approved as honors-level courses. Honors-level courses must satisfy one or more of the following requirements: A high school course that is not an AP or IB course shall be designated an honorslevel course only when there is a regular course offered in the same subject area at the same grade level. Exceptions include calculus and courses in languages other than English at the fourth-year level and beyond. Exceptions to this rule require strong justification and documentation. Honors-level courses must have established prerequisites and must be open only to students fulfilling those prerequisites. Such prerequisites must specify
either courses that are required or appropriate performance levels. Honors-level courses must have distinctive features in terms of extended content and additional workload that set them apart from regular high school courses in the same subject. Honors-level courses must have comprehensive written final examinations. High schools may submit not more than one unit in each of the following subject areas: history, English, advanced mathematics, each laboratory science, each language other than English, and each discipline of the visual and performing arts. If there are no AP or IB courses in a given subject area, the high school may submit not more than two units at the honors level in that area. Exceptions to this rule require strong justification and documentation. more about the subject requirement Seventh- and Eighth-Grade Courses: Courses in mathematics and languages other than English completed in the seventh and eighth grades with grades of at least C may be counted toward the Subject Requirement. The principal of the high school from which a student graduates must certify that the seventhand eighth-grade courses are comparable in content to those offered at the high school. This may be done by including the names of, units granted for and grades for these courses on the students transcript. Typically, middle school coursework is validated by higher-level coursework completed at the high school level. Sheltered/ SdAIE Courses: Sheltered/ Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English ( SDAIE ) courses may be used to satisfy all areas of the Subject Requirement except the Language Other Than English (e) requirement. Acceptable sheltered/ SDAIE courses must be equivalent in content and skills to comparable courses taught in the same subject area in English. For example, to be certified to meet the mathematics (c) requirement, Sheltered Algebra must be equivalent to Algebra 1. High School Summer Session Courses: Courses taken in high school summer sessions may be used to meet the Subject and Scholarship requirements if they are certified by the principal as equivalent to a-g courses taken during the regular academic year. Online Courses: At press time, the University had approved the following online providers: APEX Learning Virtual School Brigham Young University Independent Study Connections Academy
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Under the new policy, all California-resident freshman applicants will receive a full review of their applications if they: Complete 15 UC-required collegepreparatory (a-g) courses, with 11 of those done by the end of 11th grade, Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better (weighted by a maximum of eight honors/AP bonus points) in these courses, and Take the ACT with Writing or SAT Reasoning Test. In addition, applicants will be guaranteed admission somewhere in the UC system if they: Rank in the top 9 percent of all high school graduates statewide, or Rank in the top 9 percent of their high school graduating class (the local context), as determined by UC. All qualified students, whether receiving the guarantee or not, will have their applications reviewed comprehensively by all UC campuses to which they apply and will compete for available seats. Their qualifications will be assessed using campus-based comprehensive review processes, which emphasize academic achievement but also account for a wide range of personal accomplishments and educational contexts. For more on comprehensive review, see page 26. Because selectivity varies by campus due to the size and academic quality of applicant pools, a students chance for admission will also vary by campus. For this reason, it is important for students to review all of their campus options and choose both carefully and broadly.
qualifYinG bY examination
Under the new policy, students who qualify for admission by examination will not be guaranteed admission. They will, however, be entitled to a full review of their application. Students who take this path must complete two SAT Subject Tests in two different subject areas. Students must achieve a minimum UC Score Total of 410 and a minimum UC Score of 63 on each component of the ACT or SAT Reasoning Test and on each of two SAT Subject Tests. For instructions on computing the UC Score, see www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ admissions/examonly.
Guaranteed admission
California-resident students whose combined high school GPA and test scores would place them in the top 9 percent of the states public high school graduates will be guaranteed admission to UC, as will students in each participating California high school who are in the top 9 percent of their class at the end of the 11th grade as determined by UC.
nonresident applicants
Nonresident applicants must meet the same requirements as California-resident students but with a minimum GPA of 3.4. Nonresidents are not guaranteed admission.
courseWorK requirements
Freshman applicants will be required to complete a minimum of 15 yearlong a-g courses in grades 912, as they are now. (See page 67 for a complete list of a-g requirements.) Seven of these courses must be taken in the last two years of high school.
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Education Program for Gifted Youth Online High School at Stanford University K12, Inc. Laurel Springs Online National University Virtual High School PASS Program/Cyber High UC College Prep Online (UCCP) UC continues to review and approve courses from these providers and hopes to expand this list in the coming year. Based on the Universitys desire to ensure students have access to a broad range of highquality and comprehensive online courses that meet the facultys standards of rigor, UC will continue to recognize online courses that are certified by the high school principal as being comparable to college-preparatory curriculum. These courses, along with associated grades and credits, must be listed on the students transcript. For more information about the online course policy, see www.ucop.edu/a-gGuide/ag/ online_course.html. Note: UC does not accept online courses in the areas of laboratory science (unless a course requires an on-site wet lab component) or VPA. Credit for Courses Not Taken: If a student takes an advanced-level course in a language other than English or mathematics without completing the lower-level course, earning a C or better in the advanced course will validate the missing lower-level course (e.g., a C or better in Spanish 2 validates Spanish 1; a C or better in Algebra 2 validates Algebra 1). College Courses: Appropriate college courses may be used to meet the Subject Requirement. See pages 67.
earlier, to ensure that their application receives prompt and full consideration.
scholarship requirement
The Scholarship Requirement defines the grade point average (GPA) students must attain in the required a-g subjects and the scores they must earn on the SAT Subject Tests and ACT Assessment Plus Writing or SAT Reasoning Test to be eligible for admission to UC. The minimum GPA for California-resident students is 3.0 (for nonresidents, 3.4). To see if a student meets the Scholarship Requirement for fall 2011, use the interactive Preliminary Eligibility Calculator at www. universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/ scholarshipreq). about the Grade point average All campuses use the same method of calculating a preliminary grade point average. UC calculates the GPA based on all a-g subjects completed in grades 10 and 11. This includes summer sessions; the courses taken the summer after the ninth grade are reported with 10th-grade courses, and the courses taken the summer after 11th grade are considered 11th-grade courses. Grades earned for courses completed in the ninth grade are not counted in the GPA if the course was completed with a grade of C or better, however, it can be used to meet the Subject Requirement. To calculate the GPA , point values are assigned to the grades a student earns in these courses, and the total is divided by the number of a-g course units. Points are assigned as follows: A=4 points, B=3 points, C=2 points, D=1 point and F=0 points. Pluses and minuses are not used; for example, a B-plus, a B and a B-minus are each assigned 3 points. The University assigns an extra grade point for each successfully completed semester of a UC-certified honors-level, Advanced Placement and/or designated International Baccalaureate course , and also for transferable college-level courses in the a-g subjects. Students may earn up to eight semesters of honors points. Grades of D are not assigned extra points. A maximum of four semesters of honors courses taken in grade 10 are assigned honors grade points. Honors points will be awarded for honors courses taken in 10th grade only if they have been certified by the University as honors-level courses. See discussion of honors courses on page 9. In addition to the preliminary GPA used for establishing UC qualification, campuses may look at an applicants academic record in a variety of ways during the selection
examination requirement
Freshman applicants must submit the following test scores: The ACT Assessment plus Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test. The critical reading, mathematics and writing scores on the SAT must be from the same sitting. Students who take the ACT must report their scores on each section as well as their composite score, also from a single sitting. Two SAT Subject Tests in two different areas, chosen from the following: history, literature, mathematics (Level 2 only), science or language other than English. (SAT Subject Tests will not be required of students applying for fall 2012; see page 10 for details.) Students applying for admission to the fall term must take these tests no later than December of their senior year, preferably
process. These GPA variations may include a fully weighted GPA that includes all honors grade points earned in grades 10 and 11 (this is the GPA used to rank students at each high school for purposes of identifying ELC students) and an unweighted GPA in which no honors grade points are included. Semester Grades: A students GPA is based on semester grades, unless the high school gives only year grades. Intensive or Accelerated Courses: Grades earned in intensive or accelerated high school courses are treated the same as any other grades on the students transcript. Any instructions or recommendations to the contrary are disregarded. Repeating Courses: Courses used to satisfy the a-g requirements in which the student earns D or F grades must be repeated with grades of C or higher earned. In these cases, the second grades are used in calculating the Scholarship Requirement GPA. Each course in which a grade of D or F has been received may be repeated only once. In a small number of instances, as described below, the D or F may be cleared through other means than repeating the course. If a student repeats a course used to satisfy the a-g requirements in which he or she originally earned a grade of C or higher, the repeated grade will not be used in calculating the Scholarship Requirement GPA . d and F Grades, Pass, Credit and Incompletes General Information: The University uses these rules regarding grades of D, F, Pass, Credit and Incomplete: Courses used to satisfy the a-g requirements taken in the ninth grade or earlier in which D or F grades are earned are treated as subject omissions. As with all ninth-grade courses, such grades are not included when calculating the Scholarship Requirement GPA. Courses used to satisfy the a-g requirements taken for the first time in the 10th12th grades and in which D or F grades are earned are treated as subject omissions and scholarship deficiencies. If the courses are not repeated, the D or F grades are used in calculating the Scholarship Requirement GPA. Courses used to satisfy the a-g requirements in which the student earns an Incomplete are treated as subject omissions. Courses used to satisfy the a-g requirements may not be taken Pass/Fail or Credit/No Credit.
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d or F Grades in Languages Other Than English and Mathematics Special Rules: In two areas mathematics (c) and language other than English (e) completion of a higher-level course with a C or higher validates an earlier grade of D or F in lowerlevel courses. In mathematics: Algebra II (Intermediate Algebra) validates Algebra I, Trigonometry validates Algebra I, II and Geometry, A yearlong course in Algebra II/Trigonometry validates Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry. If only the first semester (Algebra II) is completed, it validates only Algebra I, and Statistics validates Algebra I and Algebra II (but not Geometry). In languages other than English: A grade of C or higher in a higher-level course validates a D or an F in a lower-level course in the same language. Please note that validation is not the same as repeating a course to clear the initial D or F grade. If a student uses a higher-level course to validate a lower-level course, both grades are used in calculating the GPA .
science, 3 units of English, 2 units of mathematics, 1 unit of laboratory science, 1 unit of language other than English and 3 units selected from among the other a-g requirements. Please note that students are not required to have completed coursework in visual and performing arts (dance, drama/ theater, music or visual arts) by the end of the junior year to qualify for ELC. With the assistance of each participating high school, the University will identify the top 4 percent of students on the basis of GPA for UC-approved coursework completed in the 10th and 11th grades. The University will notify students evaluated for ELC eligibility of their status at the beginning of their senior year. ELC-identified students must submit the Universitys undergraduate application during the filing period and complete remaining requirements including the Subject and Examination requirements to be considered fully eligible. Fully eligible ELC students are guaranteed a spot at one of UCs undergraduate campuses, though not necessarily at the first-choice campus. ELC website: Additional information about ELC is available on the Universitys ELC website (www.ucop.edu/sas/elc).
Nonresidents
The University sets slightly different criteria for applicants who are not California residents. Nonresident students are not guaranteed admission to UC, even if they meet the criteria. Freshman applicants will be considered for admission by meeting the requirements described under Qualifying in the Statewide Context (page 4), or Qualifying by Examination (at left), with the following exceptions: Scholarship Requirement: Students must satisfy the Scholarship Requirement with a GPA of 3.4 or above earned along with the UC Score Total indicated in the Eligibility Index under Non-California Residents (see www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/ scholarshipreq). Qualifying by Examination Alone: Students must achieve a UC Score Total of at least 425 and a minimum UC Score of 63 on each component of the ACT or SAT Reasoning Test and on each SAT Subject Test.
proVisional admission
Offers of admission are provisional until the campus receives the students final official transcript and verifies successful completion of all required coursework. In addition, students must have official test scores sent by the testing agency. Both the Subject Requirement and the Examination Requirement must be completed no later than the date of high school graduation. At the end of the 12th grade, campuses verify an applicants qualification for UC based on the final high school record. If any information in the application is found to be incomplete or inaccurate, or if a students performance drops significantly during the senior year, the offer of admission may be revoked. Each campus provides newly admitted students with conditions for admission that must be satisfied prior to enrollment.
Qualifying by Examination
A third path to UC admission is through examination alone. To qualify this way, a student must satisfy the same examination requirement as students who are eligible in the statewide context. Students must achieve a minimum UC Score Total of 410 and a minimum UC Score of 63 on each component of the ACT or SAT Reasoning Test and on each SAT Subject Test. For instructions on computing the UC Score, see www.universityof california.edu/admissions/examonly. Students may not use an SAT Subject Test to meet these requirements if they have taken a transferable college course in that subject. An applicant who is currently attending high school may qualify for admission to the University by examination alone without completing his or her high school program.
Admission by Exception
Because all students have not had the same opportunities to prepare for higher education, the University also gives special consideration to a limited number of applicants who show potential to succeed at the University even though they do not meet the minimum admission requirements. Contact a campus admissions office for more information.
When to Apply
The University gives first consideration to students who apply during the filing periods
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listed in the box at right. Applications are accepted after these periods only if space is available. Most campuses stop accepting applications at the end of the filing period or shortly thereafter. Most majors and programs are open to new students in the fall term. There are fewer openings in the winter and spring terms. Students should check www.universityofcalifornia .edu/admissions/openmajors if they are considering applying to a term other than fall. Fall applicants should make sure all SAT and/or ACT scores are sent to the campuses by the time December test scores are normally reported. Students should not send transcripts when applying; transcripts are requested after admission is offered. A students application will be sent to the campuses he or she designates, and all designated campuses will consider it simultaneously. Students may apply to different majors at different campuses.
Application Fees
The application fee is $60 for each campus a student selects. The application fee is not refundable and is subject to change. International and Nonimmigrant Students: Applicants must pay a higher application fee of $70 for each campus selected. However, students who meet any of the following conditions qualify to pay the lower application fee of $60 per campus: Have lived in California for at least the last 12 months, Are under 18 and have a parent or legal guardian living in California, Have a parent, legal guardian or spouse who is an employee of UC, or Currently attend a California high school or college or have attended one for two or more years. Fee Waivers: The University will waive application fees for up to four campuses for students who otherwise would not be able to apply for admission. Students who qualify for fee waivers and who select more than four campuses must pay $60 for each additional choice. To be accepted for the fee waiver program, a students family income and size must fall within specific guidelines. Students can apply automatically for a fee waiver within the online application.
offices use this record to conduct initial evaluations of students academic records and to make preliminary offers of admission. (A formal evaluation of an applicants basic qualification for admission is made after admission, when official transcripts are presented.) It is important that applicants complete the Academic History thoroughly and accurately. Students should use grade reports, transcripts and the high schools UC-certified course list; they should not work from memory. Any information that changes after the application is submitted should be reported immediately to the admissions office at each campus to which the student has applied. Applicants should be reminded that the information on the record will be verified following receipt of the official high school transcript and required test scores. If the University finds any information to be incomplete or inaccurate, the students admission to or enrollment in the University may be jeopardized. In addition to the post-admission verification, the University conducts a preadmission verification with a random sample of applicants, who are notified in early January that they must submit verification documents in order to be considered for admission. Applicants may be asked to verify an item from one of the following application sections: Awards/Honors, Extracurricular Activities, Community Service, Educational Preparation Programs, Work Experience, Academic History and the Personal Statement. Falsification is the basis for a denial or revocation of admission to the University. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will result in applications being withdrawn from further admission consideration at all campuses. report all academic courses Students must report all academic courses completed in grades 9, 10 and 11; all academic courses in progress and planned for grade 12; any math
or English college course and any transferable college/university courses completed, in progress or planned. Complete course titles must be used. California students can enter their coursework in the online application directly from their schools UC-certified course list. Grades 9, 10 and 11 All grades for all academic courses completed in grades 9, 10 and 11 must be reported. If a course is repeated, both the initial and repeated course and grades earned for both must be shown. Grades earned in the ninth grade will not be used in the GpA calculation for admission purposes. uc-certified honors courses Only courses designated as UC-certified honors courses on the schools official UC-certified course list may be listed as honors. UC-certified honors courses are starred on the list. See page 9 for information about how UC defines and certifies honors courses. A list of IB courses approved for honors status can be found on the Web (doorways.ucop.edu/list); search for International Baccalaureate. courses taken outside the united states If part or all of a students high school education took place outside the United States, the student should complete the Academic History as thoroughly as possible. UCs international admissions specialists are knowledgeable about different grading systems and methods of reporting coursework in other countries. The student should report grades earned outside the United States exactly as given by his or her school as numbers, letters, percentages or words.
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advising transfer students Planning to transfer
Transfer Admission Guarantee Admission Requirements Major-Preparation Requirements General Education/Breadth Requirements Course Sequences
he University welcomes transfer students. It has worked hard to strengthen relationships with Californias community colleges and to develop programs to help community college students with the transfer process. In 2010, more than 80 percent of admitted transfer students came to UC from California community colleges. The transfer path to UC has never been easier to follow. To transfer to the University, a student must take three steps: become eligible for admission, prepare for upper-division study in the chosen major, and complete an appropriate set of general-education course requirements and electives.
Planning to Transfer
Prospective transfer applicants should plan their coursework carefully. Their courses should help them meet the minimum admission requirements for transfer (see page 15). They also should select courses that prepare them for upper-division study in their major or fulfill recommended general education requirements. All courses students take to meet University requirements must be transferable. Many prospective transfer students know which UC campus and program they wish to attend and have a general knowledge of University requirements. They also must research the specific requirements of their intended major and campus and the community college courses that are approved to meet these requirements. Along with uctransfer.universityofcalifornia. edu, other sources of information helpful to prospective transfer students include UCs admissions website (www.universityofcalifornia. edu/admissions), campus General Catalogs, which can be found on the campus websites, and ccctransfer.org. California community college UC Transferable Course Agreements and their articulation agreements with UC campuses are available at www.assist.org. Campus admissions offices also can offer information and assistance.
transfer Credit
Universitywide Articulation Sample UC-Transferable Course Agreement Campus Articulation General Education/Breadth Requirement Agreements Major-Preparation Agreements Course-by-Course Agreements Language/Literature Credit for Students Whose Native Language Is Not English
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the minimum admission requirements, a student should adhere to any special application or screening procedures for the selected major or UC campus (see chapter beginning on page 19). Additional requirements for highly competitive majors can also be identified through articulation agreements (available at www.assist.org) and campus General Catalogs. Students should enroll in the courses that meet these requirements. To earn 60 semester (90 quarter) units before transferring, the student should select
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courses that meet the eligibility, lower-division major-preparation and appropriate general education/breadth requirements.
Course Sequences
When requirements are stated as a full-year sequence, students should be encouraged to complete the entire course series before transferring to avoid duplicating coursework. Also, the topics covered in a particular semester or quarter of the sequence at a community college may not be the same as at a UC campus.
Major-Preparation Requirements
Transfer students should select a major and take courses that meet major requirements. In most cases, completing at least a portion of the major requirements is essential to gain admission to the major. Transfer Preparation Paths: The Transfer Preparation Paths, available at uctransfer. universityofcalifornia.edu, outline the majorpreparation requirements at each UC campus for the most popular majors. They are particularly useful in helping students identify major-preparation coursework that will prepare them for multiple UC campuses. Information on major-preparation requirements also is available in the campus General Catalogs and at www.assist.org.
subject areas: the arts and humanities, the social and behavioral sciences, and the physical and biological sciences. If a student satisfies the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum ( IGETC ) prior to transferring, he or she may satisfy part 2 of the transfer eligibility requirements. (For more on IGETC, see page 16.)
Lower-Division Transfer
The University admits some transfer students before they reach junior standing if they have met specific requirements. Refer to the open/closed majors status report at www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/ openmajors to see which campuses will accept lower-division transfers for a particular term. If a student was eligible for admission to the University when he or she graduated from high school meaning the student satisfied the Subject, Scholarship and Examination Requirements (see pages 412), or was identified by the University as eligible in the local context and completed the Subject and Examination Requirements in the senior year the student is eligible for transfer if he or she has a C (2.0) average in transferable college coursework. If a student met the Scholarship Requirement in high school but did not satisfy the Subject Requirement, the student must take transferable college courses in the missing subjects, earn a C or better in each required course and maintain an overall 2.0 GPA in all transferable coursework to be eligible to transfer. See College Courses in the chart on pages 67 for information about clearing deficiencies in the Subject Requirement.
Junior-Level Transfer
The vast majority of transfer students come to the University at the junior level from California community colleges. To be eligible for admission as a junior transfer student, a student must fulfill both of the following criteria: 1. Complete 60 semester (90 quarter) units of transferable college credit with a GPA of at least 2.4 (2.8 for nonresidents). No more than 14 semester (21 quarter) units may be taken Pass/Not Pass. 2. Complete the following course pattern requirements, earning a grade of C or better in each course: Two transferable college courses (3 semester or 45 quarter units each) in English composition; One transferable college course (3 semester or 45 quarter units) in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning; Four transferable college courses (3 semester or 45 quarter units each) chosen from at least two of the following
Admission by Exception
Because all students have not had the same opportunities to prepare for higher education, the University gives additional consideration to a limited number of applicants who show potential to succeed at the University even though they do not meet the minimum admission requirements. Decisions on admission by exception are made at the campus level.
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Students who have been granted partial IGETC certification should not return to the community college for a full certification.
the lower-division breadth/general education requirements at the campus they plan to attend instead of IGETC. In addition, some transfer students in some colleges or majors must follow a more prescribed lower-division curriculum than IGETC allows. These are described below. Berkeley: IGETC is acceptable for all majors in the College of Letters and Science. The Haas School of Business and the colleges of Engineering, Environmental Design and Chemistry have extensive, prescribed major prerequisites. In general, IGETC is not appropriate preparation for majors in these colleges. Although IGETC satisfies breadth requirements for most majors in the College of Natural Resources, specific lower-division major requirements must still be satisfied. For more information, visit www.assist.org or check with the college. davis: IGETC works well for students planning for Bachelor of Arts majors with few units of lower-division preparation. Bachelor of Science degrees and high-unit majors often have many courses of lower-divisions preparation. In these cases, the UC Davis GE pattern is the best choice. Students in the College of Engineering who have satisfied IGETC are still required to complete two upper-division general education courses at UC Davis to satisfy College of Engineering requirements. Irvine: All schools accept IGETC. However, selection by the campus is based on demonstrated academic achievement and preparation for the intended major.
1. english Communication
One course in English composition and one course in critical thinking/English composition
2 courses*
6 semester units or 810 quarter units 3 semester units or 45 quarter units 9 semester units or 1215 quarter units 9 semester units or 1215 quarter units 79 semester units or 912 quarter units Prociency 34 semester units
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* Students intending to transfer to CSU are required to take an additional course in oral communication and do
not need to demonstrate prociency in a language other than English.
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Los Angeles: The Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science does not accept IGETC. Merced: The Schools of Engineering and Natural Sciences accept IGETC but do not recommend it. Riverside: The Bourns College of Engineering accepts completion of IGETC as satisfying the majority of the colleges breadth requirements for transfer students. Some additional breadth coursework may be required after enrollment. (For details, see student.engr.ucr.edu/ policies/requirements/breadth.html.) However, prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to focus instead on preparatory coursework for their desired major, such as mathematics, science and other technical preparatory coursework, rather than on IGETC completion. Strong technical preparation is essential for success in the admissions process and, subsequently, in all coursework at Bourns. The College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences does not accept IGETC , although courses taken to satisfy IGETC may be applied toward the colleges breadth pattern. The College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Science and the School of Business Administration accept IGETC. San diego: IGETC is accepted by John Muir, Earl Warren, Sixth and Thurgood Marshall colleges only. Students completing IGETC are welcomed at Eleanor Roosevelt and Revelle colleges; however, they must also fulfill the specific general education requirements of those colleges. At UCSD, all majors are available to students in each college, so students who choose IGETC will not be restricted in their choice of major. Santa Barbara: Transfer students in the College of Letters and Science and the College of Creative Studies may use IGETC to substitute for general education requirements. Students transferring into the College of Engineering are encouraged to focus on the preparation for their major rather than general education courses, but may also use IGETC to substitute for most general education requirements. As part of their general education, all students in the College of Engineering are required to complete a depth requirement. Students who wish to satisfy the depth requirement prior to transfer must complete a yearlong sequence in the history of world civilization, history of Western civilization, history of the United States, history of Western philosophy or history of Western art. Students may want to choose courses for IGETC that will concurrently satisfy the depth requirement. Students may also complete the depth
this agreement lists courses transferable for unit credit at all UC campuses. it is based on information from the 200910 catalog and is valid for the current academic year listed at the top of this agreement. Courses marked with UC- will satisfy the five areas of the 1998 transfer course requirements. (e=english, m=math, H=Humanities, B=Behavioral and social sciences, s=Biological and Physical sciences) imPortant inFormation aBoUt UCs transFeraBLe CoUrse agreements
Variable topics Courses These courses are also called Independent Studies, Special Studies, Special Topics, Field Work, etc. Credit for variable topics courses is given only after a review of the scope and content of the course by the enrolling UC campus. This usually occurs after transfer and may require recommendations from faculty. Information about internships may also be presented for review, but credit for internships rarely transfers to UC. UC does not grant credit for variable topics courses in Journalism, Photography, Health, Business Administration, Architecture, Administration of Justice (Criminology) or Library Departments because of credit restrictions in these areas. Honors Course Credit Limitation Duplicate credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will only be awarded to the rst course completed with a grade of C or better.
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ENGL 100 ENGL 110 ENGL 161 ENGL 162 # ENGL 71 ENGL 165
Reading and Composition Composition and Literature Creative Writing I Creative Writing II Folklore Advanced Composition
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requirement with upper-division coursework after transferring. Please note: Students planning to transfer into a major in engineering, computer science, or the biological or physical sciences must be careful to complete lower-division major prerequisites if they are to ensure competitiveness for admission and make normal, timely progress through the major. Santa Cruz: Transfer students intending to pursue any major in the physical and biological sciences or the Jack Baskin School of Engineering should not follow IGETC because it will not provide them with enough lower-division preparation for their majors. IGETC course lists online IGETC course lists for all California community colleges are available at www.assist.org.
Transfer Credit
The University has developed and maintains Transferable Course Agreements (TCAs) with all of Californias community colleges. These agreements specify those courses that will receive baccalaureate degree credit from the University.
All California community colleges also have agree ments with UC campuses that specify which of the transferable courses may be used to meet various general education/ breadth and/or major-preparation requirements. These agreements were developed to ensure continuity in students academic programs. It is important that prospective transfer students take college courses that are acceptable to UC for transfer credit. The University will accept appropriate credit earned by examination provided the course title, units and grades appear on the official transcript of a regionally accredited institution. Grades assigned for credit earned by examination are treated in the same manner as grades assigned for other transferable courses completed. limits on transfer credit The University will award graduation credit for up to 70 semester (105 quarter) units of transferable coursework from a community college, meaning those units will be counted toward completion of a degree. Courses in excess of 70 semester units will not receive unit credit but will receive subject credit and may be used to satisfy UC subject requirements.
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Some campuses also limit the total number of transfer units that will be accepted. If community college work is combined with credit from a four-year institution, different unit limits may apply. Please consult a campus admissions office.
Universitywide Articulation
The Transferable Course Agreements (TCAs), often referred to as the first level of articulation, determine the general transferability of community college courses to the University. Courses approved for transfer are applied as advanced-standing elective credit toward an undergraduate degree at any UC campus. The University develops and updates the TCAs with the California community colleges. The agreements are reviewed by articulation analysts using UC and community college catalogs, expanded course outlines and regulations established by the Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools, the UC Academic Senate committee responsible for admission requirements. Two basic principles are involved in determining whether a community college course is transferable. First, the course should be comparable to one offered at the lowerdivision level at a UC campus. Second, if the course is not equivalent to a particular UC course, it must be appropriate for a University degree in terms of its purpose, scope and depth. Each year, UC sends to each California community college general information related to the articulation process, a copy of the colleges most recent articulation agreement, and instructions for reviewing and updating the agreement. California community colleges are asked to submit their most recent catalog and a listing of new courses, including course outlines, for review. The University reviews the submitted material and sends an electronic notification to the community college and the UC campuses. The updated TCA is posted on the ASSIST website (www.assist.org). See page 17 for a sample TCA. Each course is displayed by department, course number and title.
colleges and schools at the UC campuses determine the acceptability of transfer courses to satisfy degree requirements. Campus admissions or relations with schools offices serve as liaison between the California community college articulation officers and the UC deans. General education/breadth requirement agreements General education/breadth requirement agreements specify which California community college courses may be used to satisfy general education/breadth requirements of particular colleges and schools at a particular UC campus. major-preparation requirement agreements Major-preparation requirement agreements specify which California community college courses may be used to satisfy preparation requirements for particular majors or programs of study at a particular UC campus. course-by-course agreements Courseby-course agreements specify the California community college courses that are comparable to or acceptable in lieu of corresponding courses at a particular UC campus.
at www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ admissions/openmajors.
Campus Articulation
The UC campuses use information in the Transferable Course Agreements to develop various campus-specific articulation agreements with the California community colleges. These agreements, described below, allow prospective transfer students to work toward a specific University degree while enrolled at a community college. Individual deans of
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ome UC majors require an audition, submission of a portfolio or supplemental applications, or specific prerequisite coursework, test scores, GPA and/or class level. For more information, consult the campus General Catalogs, uctransfer.universityofcalifornia. edu and www.assist.org.
Berkeley
Transfer Applicants: Students must complete at least 60 semester (90 quarter) units by the end of the spring term prior to transfer. Students transferring to the Haas School of Business and the Colleges of Letters and Science, Engineering, Environmental Design and Chemistry must complete all required units and prerequisites.
haas school of business
requirement (and the second semester of the R&C requirement for chemistry majors, chemical biology majors and chemical engineering joint majors), plus two additional courses toward the major. Contact: Undergraduate Majors Office, College of Chemistry, 420 Latimer Hall #1460, (510) 642-3452.
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Applicants are screened for completion of major prerequisites, general education requirements and content of the personal statement. Prospective students should use the personal statement to discuss their educational and career objectives in relation to their intended major. Transfer Applicants: Students are screened for completion of at least 60 transferable semester units, including all lower-division prerequisites. Applicants must complete the seven-course breadth requirement and a foreign language requirement. Applicants are selected on the basis of academic performance (particularly in prerequisite courses), writing skill, interest in the degree program and knowledge of contemporary business issues (assessed through essays), and extracurricular activities and/or work experience demonstrating leadership ability (assessed through a required rsum, which will be requested after submission of the application). Contact: Haas Undergraduate Program, S450 Student Services Bldg., #1900, Berkeley, CA 94720-1900.
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Applicants are screened for completion of major prerequisites, general education requirements and content of the personal statement. Prospective students should use the personal statement to discuss their educational and career objectives in relation to their intended major. Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened for completion of all prerequisite courses and required units by the end of the preceding spring term. Contact: Student Affairs Office, College of Engineering, 308 McLaughlin Hall, (510) 642-7594.
colleGe of enVironmental desiGn
Applicants are screened for completion of major prerequisites, general education requirements and content of the personal statement. Prospective students should use the personal statement to discuss their educational and career objectives in relation to their intended major. Transfer Applicants: Applicants must complete all prerequisite coursework prior to transfer. Contact: Undergraduate Office, College of Environmental Design, 232 Wurster Hall, (510) 642-0832.
colleGe of letters and science
for completion of major prerequisites and content of the personal statement. Prospective students should use the personal statement to discuss their educational and career objectives in relation to their intended major. Though IGETC does not fully satisfy lower-division requirements for CNR majors, students may use a completed IGETC to satisfy Berkeleys Reading and Composition requirement and certain breadth requirements for some majors (Conservation and Resource Studies, Environ-mental Economics and Policy, and Environ-mental Sciences). Students may find they can take fewer courses overall if they focus on fulfilling the lowerdivision requirements for their CNR major. Most of the relevant articulated course listings can be found at www.assist.org. Students should complete the courses approved for Berkeleys Reading and Composition requirement if they do not complete IGETC. Contact: Environmental Sciences, Susan Kishi, (510) 643-9479, es-help@nature.berkeley. edu; Environmental Economics and Policy, Gail Vawter, (510) 642-3347, gvawter@berkeley. edu; Conservation and Resource Studies/ Forestry and Natural Resources, Eva Wong, (510) 642-6730, espm_ug@berkeley.edu; Molecular Environmental Biology/Society and Environment, Jenny Cornet, (510) 6424249, espm_ug@berkeley.edu; Molecular Toxicology/Nutritional Science, Melissa Pon, (510) 642-2879, mpon@berkeley.edu; Genetics and Plant Biology/Microbial Biology/Molecular Environmental Biology, Trey Patridge, (510) 642-1986, trey@ berkeley.edu; college general questions, cnrteaching@berkeley.edu 510-642-0542
Applicants are screened for completion of major prerequisites, general education requirements and content of the personal statement. Prospective students should use the personal statement to discuss their educational and career objectives in relation to their intended major. Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened for completion of one year of general chemistry, one year of calculus, calculus-based physics course(s) in mechanics and wave motion, and courses equivalent to the first semester of the Reading and Composition
Applicants are screened for completion of major prerequisites, general education requirements and content of the personal statement. Prospective students should use the personal statement to discuss their educational and career objectives in relation to their intended major. Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened for completion of lower-division general education requirements (which must be completed by the end of the preceding spring term for fall admission) and major preparation. Contact: Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 110 Sproul Hall #5800, (510) 642-3175.
Davis
Transfer Applicants: Junior-level applicants with a minimum overall transfer GPA of 2.8 have a good chance of admission; however, students are strongly encouraged to work toward a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Certain colleges and selective majors have higher GPA requirements, and applicants must complete prerequisite courses with specified GPA s by the end of the spring term prior to fall admission. Courses in selective majors must be taken for a letter grade with no grade lower than C.
colleGe of aGricultural and enVironmental sciences
Biotechnology and Viticulture and Enology Transfer Applicants: Applicants must have a minimum overall transfer GPA of 2.8 and
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are required to complete certain prerequisite courses with specified GPAs. Landscape Architecture (Pre-) Students who wish to major in Landscape Architecture must apply to PreLandscape Architecture. Admission to the pre-major does not guarantee admission to the Landscape Architecture major. After applying for admission, before or after enrollment at UC Davis, students must submit a portfolio application to the program in February. Contact: Landscape Architecture Advising Office, 201 Walker Hall, (530) 754-8628; lda.ucdavis.edu. Managerial Economics (Pre-) Students who wish to major in Managerial Economics must apply to Pre-Managerial Economics. Admission to the pre-major does not guarantee admission to the Managerial Economics major. After completing the first quarter at UC Davis, students may petition the department for admission to the major. For entrance to the major, students must complete certain courses with a cumulative GPA of 2.8.
colleGe of bioloGical sciences Transfer Applicants: Applicants to all majors
Relations and Psychology are required to complete certain prerequisite courses with specified GPA s.
Irvine
claire treVor school of the arts
other than Undeclared Life Sciences must have a minimum overall transfer GPA of 2.8; a minimum overall transfer GPA of 2.9 is required to qualify for a Transfer Admission Guarantee. Applicants are required to complete certain prerequisite courses with specified GPAs.
colleGe of enGineerinG Transfer Applicants: Applicants must have a
minimum overall transfer GPA of 3.1 to be competitive. Applicants must complete all lower-division courses required for their engineering major as listed on www.assist.org under Courses Required for Admission. Highest priority is given to California community college transfer students who have completed all lower-division requirements. Lower priority is given to applicants who are missing one or two of these courses. Applicants missing three or more of the required courses will be denied admission. Contact: Undergraduate Office, College of Engineering, 1050 Kemper Hall, (530)7521979; engineering.ucdavis.edu.
colleGe of letters and science Transfer Applicants: Applicants to all majors
Arts and Humanities Applicants are not admitted directly to the Arts and Humanities major, which is an individualized program. Transfer applicants should apply for the arts major in which they intend to focus. Dance Prospective Dance majors must demonstrate technical ability in dance. Applicants must audition (in late January) in ballet, modern and jazz. Applicants also should follow the regular admission process. Contact: Academic Counselor, Claire Trevor School of the Arts, 101 Mesa Arts Building, (949) 824-6646. Music Theatre Transfer Applicants: Prospective majors may audition as early as their second quarter at UCI and must have a 3.0 GPA in music theater and acting courses. Music Prospective Music majors must demonstrate technical ability in music. Applicants must audition (in late January/early February) with an instrument or in voice. Students with advanced performance backgrounds are encouraged to audition for the B.Mus. program; see the General Catalogue. Contact: Academic Counselor, Claire Trevor School of the Arts, 101 Mesa Arts Building, (949) 824-6646.
school of bioloGical sciences Transfer Applicants: Applicants to Biological
isfactorily complete lower-division courses equivalent to UCIs calculus (Mathematics 2A-B), economics (Economics 20A-B), and statistics and accounting (Management 7, 30A-30B) will be given preference for admission. Management 10 may be completed at UCI . Admission to the major will be competitive due to limited space availability. Contact: Academic Counselor, The Paul Merage School of Business, 226 Multipurpose Academic and Administration Building, (949) 824-9426, ugprograms@ merage.uci.edu, www.merage.uci.edu.
the henrY samueli school of enGineerinG Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened
Sciences or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology must complete one year of general chemistry with laboratory with grades of B or better in each course; one year of biology courses equivalent to Biological Sciences 93, 94 and 100L at UCI with a grade of C or better in each course and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Continuing students applying to all other upper-division majors must obtain department approval. Contact: Academic Counselor, School of Biological Sciences, 1311 Biological Sciences III, (949) 824-5318.
paul meraGe school of business
must have a minimum overall transfer GPA of 2.8; a minimum overall transfer GPA of 2.9 is required to qualify for a Transfer Admission Guarantee. Applicants to selective majors in Communication, International
Business Administration Transfer Applicants: Junior-level applicants who have the highest grades overall (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0) and sat-
for the following (unless otherwise listed below): one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), a required cumulative UC-transferable GPA of 2.8 with a GPA of 3.0 in required courses, completion of lowerdivision writing and additional coursework as specified by major and listed in the UCI General Catalogue. Applicants to Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one course in general chemistry with lab and two additional approved courses for the major. Applicants to Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering: Pre-medical, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science Engineering are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculusbased physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one year of general chemistry with lab and one additional approved course for the respective major. Applicants to Civil Engineering are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one year of general chemistry with lab and one additional approved course for the major. Applicants to Computer Science and Engineering are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one year of programming with at least one course in object-oriented programming (Java recommended) and one additional approved transferable course for the major (an approved math, science or CSE course). Applicants to majors in Computer Engi-
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neering and Electrical Engineering are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one course in computational methods (e.g., C, C++) and two additional approved courses for the respective major. Applicants to Environmental Engineering are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one year of general chemistry with lab and one additional approved course for the major. Applicants to the Engineering (General) major are required to take one year of approved calculus, one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism), one year of general chemistry with lab and one course in computational methods (e.g. C, C++). Contact: Academic Counselor, The Henry Samueli School of Engineering, 305 Rockwell Engineering Center, (949) 824-4334.
colleGe of health sciences
Public Health Policy & Public Health Sciences Transfer Applicants: Applicants must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in required courses. Applicants to Public Health Policy must complete one year of social science courses in any combination of the following types: anthropology, economics, sociology and/ or psychology. Applicants to Public Health Sciences must complete one year of general biology, one year of general chemistry with laboratory and one year of courses equivalent to UCIs Biological Sciences 93 and 97. Contact: Academic Counselor, School of Social Ecology, 102 Social Ecology I, (949) 824-6861.
school of humanities
Nursing Science Transfer Applicants: Applicants must complete a year of general chemistry with laboratory, one quarter/semester of organic chemistry and one year of biological sciences coursework in addition to a course in DNA and a course in genetics equivalent to UCIs Biological Sciences 93 and 97 with grades of B or better. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0., and must submit a supplemental application with a personal statement, a rsum detailing experiences in health care and a letter of recommendation. A proctored essay and personal interview may also be required. Contact: Academic Counselor, Program in Nursing Science, Irvine Hall 244A, (949) 824-1514. Pharmaceutical Sciences Transfer Applicants: Junior-level applicants who have the highest grades overall and satisfactorily complete course prerequisites will be given preference for admission to the major. All applicants must complete one year of general chemistry with lab with grades of B or better and one year of biology courses equivalent to Biological Sciences 93, 94 and 100L at UCI with a grade of C or better in each course. Additionally, applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Contact: Academic Counselor, U/U Advising Office, 256 Aldrich Hall, (949) 824-6987.
Humanities and Arts Applicants are not admitted directly to the Humanities and Arts major, which is an individualized program. Freshman and sophomore applicants should select Humanities/Undeclared, while junior and senior transfer applicants should select a major in the School of Humanities. Contact: Academic Counselor, School of Humanities, 143 Humanities Instructional Building, (949) 824-5132.
donald bren school of information and computer sciences Transfer Applicants: Read major-specific
requirements and the notes at the end of this section. Applicants to the Biomedical Computing major must have satisfactorily completed the following minimum requirements: one year of discrete mathematics or one year of calculus, preferably both (a semester of pre-calculus and a semester of calculus are not sufficient to satisfy this requirement); one year of transferable computer science courses involving concepts such as those found in Java1, Scheme, C++, or other objectoriented or high-level programming language; one year of introductory physics and corresponding labs covering at least the concepts of units, vectors, motion, force, energy, momentum, rotation, gravity, electricity and magnetism; and an introductory biology course covering at least the concepts of genetics, replication and expression of DNA, cell division, gene transmission, mutation and recombination in diploid organisms. Knowledge of basic concepts in molecular biology is also highly recommended. Applicants to the major in Business Information Management (offered jointly with the Paul Merage School of Business) must have
satisfactorily completed one year of discrete mathematics, if available (if not, first-year calculus), one year of transferable computer science courses with at least one course involving concepts such as those found in Java1, Scheme, C++, or other object-oriented or high-level programming language, and courses equivalent to Economics 20A-B and Management 30A-B. Applicants to the Computer Science and Engineering major (offered jointly with The Henry Samueli School of Engineering) are encouraged to complete as many of the lowerdivision degree requirements as possible prior to transfer, including one year of approved calculus; one year of calculus-based physics with labs (mechanics, electricity, magnetism); one year of programming with at least one course in object-oriented programming (Java recommended1); and one additional transferable course for the major (an approved math, science or CSE course). Applicants to the Computer Game Science2, Computer Science, and Information and Computer Science majors must have satisfactorily completed one year of discrete mathematics, if available (if not, first-year calculus), and one year of transferable computer science courses with at least one course involving concepts such as those found in Java1, Scheme, C++, or other object-oriented or high-level programming language. Applicants to the Informatics major must have satisfactorily completed one term of college mathematics (courses equivalent to ICS 6B/Mathematics 6B [Boolean Algebra and Logic], Statistics 7/Mathematics 7 [Basic Statistics] or Statistics 67/Mathematics 67 [Introduction to Probability and Statistics for Computer Science], and Philosophy 29 [Critical Reasoning] are preferred as these courses facilitate scheduling after transfer to UCI) and one year of transferable computer science courses with at least one course involving concepts such as those found in Java1, Scheme, C++, or other object-oriented or high-level programming language.
1 Java is used extensively in the curriculum; therefore, transfer students should plan to learn it by studying on their own or by completing a Java-related programming course prior to their first quarter at UCI. 2 Applicants to the Computer Game Science major should be aware that several lower-division courses must be taken at UCI; therefore, the minimum time to degree completion will be three years.
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Notes (all majors): Additional computer science courses beyond the two required are strongly recommended, particularly those that align with the major(s) of interest. Additional courses beyond those required for admission must be taken at UCI to fulfill the lower-division degree requirements as many are prerequisites for upper-division courses. For some transfer students, this may mean it will take longer than two years to complete their degree. Contact: Academic Counselor, Bren School of ICS Student Affairs, Information and Computer Sciences, Suite 352, (949) 824-5156.
school of phYsical sciences Transfer Applicants: Applicants for all majors
Los Angeles
colleGe of letters and science Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened
for completion of lower-division major and general education requirements. For details, refer to UCLAs Transfer Admission Guide, the General Catalog or www.admissions.ucla.edu/ prospect/adm_tr/tradms.htm. Contact: Undergraduate Admissions and Relations with Schools, 1147 Murphy Hall, (310) 825-3101.
henrY samueli school of enGineerinG Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened
must have a cumulative UC transferable GPA of 2.8 and are required to have completed one year of approved calculus with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (does not apply to Earth and Environmental Studies). In addition, applicants to Chemistry must complete one year of general chemistry with laboratory with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Earth and Environmental Science applicants must complete one year of general chemistry with laboratory or one year of calculus-based physics with laboratory with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Earth and Environmental Studies applicants must complete one year of general chemistry with laboratory or one year of biology with laboratory with a minimum GPA of 3.0; one year of economics or sociology is recommended. Applicants to Physics must complete one year of calculus-based physics with laboratory for physics and engineering majors. Contact: Academic Counselor, School of Physical Sciences, 134 Rowland Hall, (949) 824-6507.
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for completion of lower-division requirements in chemistry, mathematics, physics, computer programming and English. These must be completed by the end of the spring term prior to transfer. For details, refer to UCLAs Transfer Admission Guide, the General Catalog or www. admissions.ucla.edu/prospect/adm_tr/tradms.htm. Contact: Erkki Corpuz, Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science, 6426 Boelter Hall, (310) 825-9442, e-mail: ugradadm@ea.ucla.edu.
school of nursinG
Applicants to the Criminology, Law and Society, and Psychology and Social Behavior majors may be subject to additional screening.
school of social sciences
Economics Transfer Applicants: Applicants to all Economics majors must complete the following: one course in microeconomics and one course in macroeconomics with a grade of B or better in each course, and one year/two semesters of approved firstyear calculus with a grade of B or better. Contact: Academic Counselor, School of Social Sciences, 1201 Social & Behavioral Sciences Gateway, (949) 824-6803.
Both undergraduate programs in the School of Nursing require submission of a supplemental application. The admission requirements, supplemental application, instructions and recommendation forms are available at www. nursing.ucla.edu. For additional information, refer to UCLAs Transfer Admission Guide, the General Catalog or www.admissions.ucla.edu/ prospect/adm_tr/tradms.htm. Prelicensure B.S. Program: This program is for students who wish to become registered nurses. Required general education/IGETC and pre-major courses must be completed prior to entry. Applicants should have a GPA in transferable courses of 3.5 or above. Postlicensure R.N.-B.S. Program: This program is designed to provide a bridge for associate degree or diploma R.N.s who wish to prepare for study at the graduate level. Applicants should have a GPA of at least 3.0. Note: The Postlicensure R.N.B.S. program may be suspended for the 2011-12 academic year, in which case it would not be open to new applicants. Students should check with the School of Nursing before they apply. Contact: Admission Coordinator, School of Nursing, 2-137 Factor Building, (310) 794-7461.
school of the arts and architecture
Applicants to all majors must demonstrate artistic ability and potential through submis-
sion of a portfolio, audition, interview and/or questionnaire. Visit the departmental websites at www.arts.ucla.edu for more information, or refer to UCLAs Transfer Admission Guide, the General Catalog or www.admissions.ucla.edu/ prospect/adm_tr/tradms.htm. Architecture Applicants must submit via Web-based upload a portfolio of three still images of creative work in either JPEG or PDF format, or a combination of both. Applicants may submit works in different styles, mediums and/or concepts. See www.aud.ucla.edu for specific portfolio guidelines. Contact: Jim Kies, 1317 Perloff Hall, (310) 825-0525. Art Applicants must submit via Web-based upload a portfolio of original artwork consisting of eight to 10 still images in JPEG format. The portfolio should reflect the applicants best and most recent work in any medium. Visit www.art.ucla.edu for details. Contact: Caron Cronin, 2275 Broad Art Center, (310) 206-7363. Design | Media Arts Applicants must submit a portfolio via Webbased upload consisting of one self-portrait and seven to 10 original artworks in digital format ( JPEG, PDF, avi, mov, wav, or mp3). Visit www.dma.ucla.edu for details. Contact: Carolyn Ramirez-La Faso, 2275 Broad Art Center, (310) 267-4907. Ethnomusicology Applicants must audition in person or on videotape. Applicants who reside within 200 miles of UCLA are required to audition on campus. The audition includes an interview with Ethnomusicology faculty members. Visit www.schoolofmusic.ucla.edu for details. Contact: Al Bradley, 2539 Schoenberg Music Building, (310) 825-4768. Music Applicants must audition in person or on videotape. Applicants who reside within 200 miles of UCLA are required to audition on campus. The audition includes an interview with Music faculty members. Visit www.schoolofmusic.ucla.edu for details. Contact: Al Bradley, 2539 Schoenberg Music Building, (310) 825-4768. World Arts and Cultures WAC concentration: Applicants must submit a written research paper, two letters of recommendation, two personal essays from the UC application and have the option of submitting work in alternate genres.
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dance Concentration: Applicants are required to attend an audition. Those who are unable to attend the audition in person may submit a DVD. Visit www.wac.ucla.edu for details. Contact: Larry Blanco, 150 Kaufman Hall, (310) 825-8537.
school of theater, film and teleVision
Visit www.tft.ucla.edu for detailed information about supplementary application materials, forms and deadlines. For additional information, refer to UCLAs Transfer Admission Guide, the General Catalog or www.admissions. ucla.edu/prospect/adm_tr/tradms.htm. Film and Television Applicants are screened for junior-level status and for completion of all breadth requirements with a GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants must submit a written portfolio. Contact: Erika Flener, 103 East Melnitz, (310) 825-8554. Theater Applicants must interview and submit additional supporting materials. To qualify for admission on the basis of performance, students must audition. Contact: Catherine Hernandez-Shibata, 103 East Melnitz, (310) 206-8441.
1900, and must satisfy the Entry Level Writing Requirement before enrollment. Students must be prepared for Math 9A or higher. Transfer Applicants: Students will be selected on the basis of academic preparation as assessed by their GPA in academic coursework, completion of required major-preparatory coursework and a minimum GPA of 2.8 in transferable coursework. Contact: Student Academic Affairs Office, The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering, (951) UCR-ENGR (827-3647).
colleGe of humanities, arts, and social sciences Freshman Applicants: Students who wish
Transfer Applicants: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.7 in transferable coursework. Applicants to majors in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biology , Chemistry and Physics (effective fall 2012) must have completed one-year sequences in three specified areas of science and mathematics. Applicants to the Plant Biology major must have completed one-year sequences in two specified areas of science, and are urged to complete one year of college calculus. Contact: College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, 1223 Pierce Hall, (951) 827-7294.
school of business administration Transfer Applicants: Applicants must have a
to declare a major in Art (Studio) must electronically submit a portfolio consisting of 10 images of original work and/or three clips of moving images or sound work. Guidelines for the portfolio and a link to the submission site can be found on the Art Department website (www.art.ucr.edu). Qualified students whose portfolios are approved will be admitted to the major.
colleGe of natural and aGricultural sciences (cnas) Freshman Applicants: All incoming CNAS
minimum GPA of 2.5 in transferable coursework. Additional emphasis is placed on preparation. Applicants must complete all breadth requirements (or IGETC ), and at least four of the six published prerequisites and the two lower-division business prerequisites with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Contact: School of Business Administration, 2340 Olmsted Hall, (951) 827-4551, agsm.ucr.edu/bsad.
San Diego
bioloGical sciences, enGneerinG, human deVelopment, mathematics computer science
Merced
school of enGineerinG, school of natural sciences, school of social sciences, humanities and arts Transfer Applicants: Junior-level California
community college applicants who have completed at least 60 transferable semester (90 quarter) units and lower-division requirements in the intended major receive highest priority. Contact: Office of Admissions, 5200 N. Lake Rd., Merced, CA 95343 (209) 228-4682.
Riverside
the marlan and rosemarY bourns colleGe of enGineerinG Freshman Applicants: Applicants are urged to
complete the SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2 and the specific laboratory science examination closest to the intended major. Freshman applicants should be prepared to take calculus at enrollment. Applicants to the combined B.S./M.S. fiveyear programs for Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Mechanical Engineering must have a high school GPA above 3.6 and SAT Reasoning Test combined score above
freshmen who are not exempt must take the Mathematics Advisory Examination (MAE) prior to orientation. Students whose MAE scores indicate the need for additional work in intermediate algebra will be placed into UC Riversides Intermediate Algebra Workshop (IAW); these students must complete the course prior to enrolling in any science or math courses required for CNAS majors. Students may enroll in the IAW intermediate algebra course at UC Riverside during the summer prior to or during their first fall quarter at UCR . Students who pass this course with a C or better will be advised to enroll in Math 8A for the following quarter at UC Riverside. Students who fail to complete this course with a grade of C or better will not be able to continue as CNAS students. For more information, visit learningcenter.ucr.edu/lncr35. Students who place in but do not plan to complete a CCR college-level intermediate algebra course by the end of their first quarter of enrollment at UC Riverside should file a Change of Major Petition to an appropriate, non-calculus-requiring major in the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences or petition the CNAS associate dean of student academic affairs to remain in CNAS under special circumstances.
The following majors admit students to premajor status only: Engineering Physics, Human Development and Mathematics Computer Science. Students must satisfy all prerequisites before admission to the major. Applicants to all majors in the Biological Sciences Division and in Aerospace Engineering, Bioengineering, Bioengineering: Biotechnology and Mechanical Engineering must select an alternate major on the UC application. Students who are not admitted directly to one of these majors will be admitted to their alternate major, provided space is available. Contact for Biological Sciences: Student Affairs, Pacific Hall, First Floor, (858) 534-0557. Contact for Engineering Programs: BE , Undergraduate Affairs Office, (858) 534-7538; MAE , Undergraduate Affairs, (858) 534-0708. Contact for Human development Program: Student Affairs, McGill Hall Annex, (858) 534-9919. Contact for Mathematics: Student Affairs, Applied Physics & Mathematics Building (APM), Room 7018 (7th Floor), (858) 534-5273
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San Francisco
Applicants do not apply using the Universitys undergraduate application form. Contact: Student Admission, MU 200 W, Box 0244, (415) 476-8280. Dentistry Preparation for the dentistry program requires three years of undergraduate study; completing a bachelors degree is strongly recommended. Applicants should request an application from the American Association of Dental Schools Application Service and submit it no later than Oct. 15 of the year prior to the year of intended matriculation. Applicants must also take the American Dental Admissions Test no later than Sept. 14 of the year prior to the year of intended enrollment. Contact: Office of Student Affairs, S-619 Medical Sciences Building, (415) 476-2737, or admissions@dentistry.ucsf.edu. Medicine Preparation for the M.D. program requires a minimum of three years of undergraduate study (the equivalent of 90 semester units or 135 quarter units); completing a bachelors degree is strongly recommended. Students should consult the appropriate pre-professional adviser at their college or university. Applicants can apply through the American Medical College Application Service. Applications are due by Oct. 15 of the year before intended enrollment. Applicants must take the Medical College Admissions Test at least one year, but no more than three years, before they plan to enroll. Contact: Office of Admissions, School of Medicine, 200 Clinical Sciences Building, (415) 476-4044. Nursing The School of Nursing offers masters and doctoral degree programs. The Masters Entry Program Nursing (MEPN) is open to applicants who are not nurses but who have a bachelors degree in a non-nursing field. MEPN program offers an M.S. degree. Contact: Office of Student Affairs, Nursing Building N 319X, (415) 476-1435. Pharmacy Preparation for the Doctor of Pharmacy program requires a minimum of two years of undergraduate study. Applicants must meet minimum eligibility requirements and complete 92 quarter units of prerequisite coursework. Applications are accepted through the Pharmacy College Application Service. A UCSF Supplemental
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Application, due Nov 1, is also required. Contact: For detailed information, visit pharmacy.ucsf.edu
Santa Barbara
colleGe of creatiVe studies
Applicants to majors in the College of Creative Studies ( CCS ) must submit supplementary materials directly to the College, including a separate application form, unofficial transcripts from all high schools and colleges/ universities attended, and two letters of recommendation (except for students applying in Art or Literature, who must submit portfolios of their work). The application and complete instructions are available at www.ccs.ucsb.edu or by mail. The application must be submitted in person or by U.S. mail to the CCS. Applicants for fall quarter may submit their CCS application and supplementary materials from Nov. 1, 2010 through January 2011; however, only complete applications received by Jan. 10, 2011 are assured a CCS faculty review in time to coincide with UCSB fall admission decisions. Applicants are admitted to CCS contingent upon being admitted to UCSB. Students may apply to CCS after they are admitted to UCSB. Contact: College of Creative Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-6110, (805) 893-8974.
colleGe of enGineerinG
Students are admitted to the Computer Engineering and Computer Science majors with pre-major standing. Admission to the full major will be approved after certain courses are completed with a minimum GPA . Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened for completion of lower-division requirements in chemistry, mathematics, physics and computer science, as well as engineering courses. Contact: Undergraduate Office, College of Engineering, admissions@engineering. ucsb.edu.
colleGe of letters and science
For the following majors students are admitted in pre-major standing and will be approved for admission to the full major only after certain courses are completed with a specified GPA: Aquatic Biology, Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Biopsychology, Cell and Developmental Biology, Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science, Ecology and Evolution, Economics, Economics and Accounting, Economics/Mathematics, Financial Mathematics and Statistics, Geological
Sciences (B.A. and B.S.), Geophysics, Mathematical Sciences, Mathematics, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology and Zoology. Biological Sciences Majors Transfer Applicants: For admission to the pre-biology major, students must have one year of general chemistry with lab and a complete biology sequence with lab, all with no grade lower than C and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7. Also strongly recommended are one year of organic chemistry with lab (especially valuable), one year of general physics with lab and one year of calculus or calculus/statistics. Contact: Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology or the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, (805) 893-5191. Dance Admission to the major and to the dance technique series is contingent upon results of a placement audition held in late January/ early February. Auditions also are offered during registration week of the fall quarter for admitted students who were unable to audition earlier. Students should plan to attend the earlier audition to reserve space in the program. Contact: Theater and Dance Department, (805) 893-3241. Economics Transfer Applicants: The Department of Economics offers majors in Economics, Economics and Accounting, and Economics/Mathematics. Students must meet the following criteria: Economics and Accounting: GPA of 2.75 in microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics and one course in calculus. Economics and Economics/Mathematics: minimum GPA of 2.75 in microeconomics, macroeconomics and two courses in calculus. Contact: Department of Economics, (805) 893-2981. Music B.A. and B.M. program applicants must take a placement exam prior to enrolling in their first music theory course and audition before enrolling in their first performance class. Admission to the B.M. program is by audition; auditions are held the last weekend in January. Contact: Music Department, Undergraduate Adviser, (805) 893-5672.
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Theater Students are admitted first to the major in Theater Studies. After advising, they may be admitted to emphases in theater design, directing or playwriting, or, by audition, to the B.F.A. in Acting. Contact: Theater and Dance Department, (805) 893-3241.
Santa Cruz
Art Transfer Applicants: Junior-level applicants must pass a portfolio review (held in early April). Students must identify themselves as potential Art majors when applying to UC in order to receive details on the portfolio review. This information is sent mid-February. Admission to UCSC does not guarantee that a student will pass the portfolio review, and passing the portfolio review does not guarantee UCSC admission. See art.ucsc.edu. Students are advised to complete all three of their lower-division studios at community college, in addition to studios in their area of interest, to be able to submit a high-level portfolio. Students who do not pass the portfolio review will not be eligible to take art classes at UCSC during the academic year and must pursue another major. Applicants will know the results of the portfolio review before they have to submit their Statement of Intent to Register to the Admissions Office. All junior transfer students will be required to take Art 160, Forms and Ideas, and one art seminar in their junior year at UCSC in lieu of the freshman foundation program requirements. Contact: Art Department, E-104 Baskin Visual Arts, (831) 459-3551. Environmental Studies Transfer Applicants: Applicants are screened for completion of all prerequisite courses (refer to the General Catalog) and are accepted in fall quarter only. Contact: Environmental Studies Department, Interdisciplinary Sciences Building 405, (831) 459-2634. Music Freshman Applicants: Fall-quarter applicants who wish to be considered for a music scholarship must submit an audition cassette or CD to the Music Department by Jan. 31, 2011. See music.ucsc.edu/scholarships for details. Transfer Applicants: Upon completion of Music 100A (Theory, Literature, and Musicianship II), B.A. students must per-
form on a musical instrument or in voice at an upper-intermediate level. Prospective Music majors are encouraged to take the Music Core Curriculum Placement Exam at the beginning of fall quarter. Contact: Music Department, 244 Music Center, (831) 459-2292, music@ucsc.edu. Physics Transfer applicants: Students must complete courses equivalent to the Physics 5 series, Introduction to Physics, with a GPA of 2.7 or higher before they will be permitted to enter a physics major, effective with Catalog year 200910. This will not necessarily affect students entering fall 2011, since they can elect Catalog rights up to three years previous to their enrollment. Contact: Physics Department, 211 Interdisciplinary Sciences Building, (831) 459-2329. Psychology Transfer Applicants: Students are admitted as proposed Psychology majors. To be accepted to the major after enrolling at UCSC, they must have a GPA of at least 3.0 in all UC-transferable coursework and a GPA of at least 3.1 in all psychology courses. Lower-division prerequisite courses must be completed by the end of the junior year. Contact: Psychology Department, 273 Social Sciences II, (831) 459-2002.
the jacK basKin school of enGineerinG Freshman Applicants: Applicants may apply
focus on completing the majority of their lower-division foundation courses in math, science and engineering prior to transfer. Contact: Jack Baskin School of Engineering Undergraduate Student Affairs Office, Baskin Engineering Room 225/227, (831) 459-5840, soeadmissions@soe.ucsc.edu; www.soe.ucsc. edu/admissions.
directly to a Baskin School of Engineering (BSOE) major by indicating the major as their first or second choice on the UC application. Applicants will be granted direct acceptance based on their high school GPA , courses completed in mathematics and sciences, scores on standardized tests and/or their personal statement. Applicants who are not directly admitted may apply during their first year. Acceptance into the selected major will be based on BSOE GPA, high school GPA, courses completed in mathematics and sciences, and scores on standardized tests. The BSOE GPA is calculated on grades received for all BSOE and physical and biological sciences courses. Transfer Applicants: Acceptance will be based on completion of and grades earned in the individual departments foundation courses, in addition to the overall college academic record. IGETC is not recommended. The foundation courses required for admission are described at www.soe.ucsc.edu/admissions. Applicants must submit a supplemental application. Prospective engineering majors should
sPeCiaL aPPLiCation and sCreening ProCedUres
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hen a campus has to choose among qualified students, it applies standards that are more demanding than the minimum requirements. Using a process called comprehensive review, evaluators look beyond test scores and grades to evaluate applicants academic achievements in light of the opportunities available to them and the capacity each student demonstrates to contribute to the intellectual life of the campus.
completed in the a-g subjects, including additional points for completion of Universitycertified honors courses (see fourth bullet, below).
Scores on the following tests: ACT Assessment plus Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test, and two SAT Subject Tests. The number, content of and performance in courses completed in academic subjects
Advanced Placement courses, International Baccalaureate Higher Level courses and transferable college courses completed. It is recommended that caution be exercised in order not to assign excessive weight to these courses, especially if considerable weight already has been given in the context of the first criterion. Additionally, in recognition of existing differences in availability of these courses among high schools, it is recommended that reviewers assess completion of this coursework against the availability of these courses at the applicants secondary school.
Being identified as eligible in the local context by being ranked in the top 4 percent of
the class by the end of the junior year, as determined by the academic criteria established by the University of California.
The quality of the senior-year program, as measured by the type and number of academic
point average and quality of coursework (see third and fourth bullets, above) completed and in progress, with particular attention given to the last two years of high school.
Special talents, achievements and awards in a particular field, such as in the visual and perform-
ing arts, or in athletic endeavors; special skills, such as demonstrated written and oral proficiency in other languages; special interests, such as intensive study and exploration of other cultures; experiences that demonstrate unusual promise for leadership, such as significant community service or significant participation in student government; or other significant experiences or achievements that demonstrate the applicants promise for contributing to the intellectual vitality of a campus.
Completion of special projects undertaken either in the context of the high school curriculum
or in conjunction with special school events, projects or programs cosponsored by the school, community organizations, postsecondary educational institutions, other agencies or private firms, which offer significant evidence of an applicants special effort and determination or that may indicate special suitability to an academic program on a specific campus.
Academic accomplishments in light of the applicants life experiences and special circumstances.
These experiences and circumstances may include, but are not limited to, disabilities, low family income, first generation to attend college, need to work, disadvantaged social or educational environment, difficult personal and family situations or circumstances, refugee status or veteran status.
Location of the applicants secondary school and residence. These factors shall be considered
to provide for geographic diversity in the student population and also to account for the wide variety of educational environments existing in California.
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UC Berkeley
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate 25.8%
13,024 50,385
25.8%
Admits Applicants
1
59.1% 73.3%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing
1
In addition to fall 2010 admits, UC Berkeley admitted 2, 183 freshman applicants to the spring 2011 semester. The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Berkeley considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit students.berkeley.edu/ admissions/freshmen.asp.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC Davis
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate 46.4%
20,116 43,324
46.4%
Admits Applicants
99.0% 91.5%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 3.99 28 620 656 632
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Davis considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit admissions.ucdavis.edu/ admissions/fr_selection_process.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC Irvine
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate 45.5%
20,798 45,738
45.5%
Admits Applicants
97.3% 92.2%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 3.99 27 605 650 622
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Irvine considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit www.admissions.uci.edu.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UCLA
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate
Admits Applicants
22.8%
13,130 57,662
22.8%
California Residents
(% of admits)
59.9% 76.0%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 4.14 30 660 697 678
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UCLA considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit www.admissions.ucla.edu/Prospect/ adm_fr/Frsel.htm.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC Merced
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate
Admits Applicants
89.6%
20,528 22,904
89.6%
California Residents
(% of admits)
99.5% 98.4%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 3.55 24 540 567 546
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Merced considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit admissions.ucmerced.edu/ future-students/freshman-admission.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC Riverside
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate
Admits Applicants
78.2%
20,692 26,476
78.2%
99.0% 97.0%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 3.62 24 542 582 551
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Riverside considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit www.my.ucr.edu/admissions/ pages/pathsadmission.aspx#freshman.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC San Diego
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate
Admits Applicants
38.1%
18,330 48,114
38.1%
California Residents
(% of admits)
86.9% 84.3%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 4.07 29 639 684 657
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC San Diego considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit admissions.ucsd.edu/dev3/info/ comreview.html.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC Santa Barbara
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate
Admits Applicants
45.5%
21,241 46,733
45.5%
California Residents
(% of admits)
98.0% 89.9%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 3.98 28 616 643 628
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Santa Barbara considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit www.admissions.ucsb.edu/ selectionprocess.asp.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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UC Santa Cruz
Freshman Admission Prole Fall 2010
admit rate
Admits Applicants
64.4%
17,819 27,658
64.4%
California Residents
(% of admits)
97.4% 94.5%
aVeraGes
High School GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Critical Reading SAT Mathematics SAT Writing 3.76 26 590 611 598
The freshman profile reports only readily available data on the academic qualifications of applicants. It does not reflect other academic accomplishments and/or personal achievements considered in admissions decisions. To read a detailed description of how UC Santa Cruz considers the selection factors in admitting students, visit admissions.ucsc.edu/apply/ freshman _guide.cfm.
GPA and test score range totals do not include freshman applicants whose GPA and/or test scores were unavailable.
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Transfer Selection
he University has a historic commitment to providing a place on one of its campuses for each eligible California resident who files an application on time. In recent years, however, the number of applicants to many campuses and majors has greatly exceeded the number of spaces available. When a campus has to choose among qualified students, it applies standards that are more demanding than the minimum requirements. Using a process called comprehensive review, admissions officers look beyond the required coursework and grades to evaluate applicants academic achievements in light of the opportunities available to them and the capacity each student demonstrates to contribute to the intellectual life of the campus.
Completion of a specified pattern or number of courses that meet breadth or general education requirements;
Completion of a specified pattern or number of courses that provide continuity with upperdivision courses in the major;
Grade point average in all transferable courses; Participation in academically selective honors courses or programs; Special talents, achievements and awards in a particular field, such as in the visual and
performing arts or in athletic endeavors; special skills, such as demonstrated written and oral proficiency in other languages; special interests, such as intensive study and exploration of other cultures; experiences that demonstrate unusual promise for leadership, such as significant community service or significant participation in student government; or other significant experiences or achievements that demonstrate the applicants promise for contributing to the intellectual vitality of a campus;
Academic accomplishments in light of the applicants life experiences and special circumstances. These experiences and circumstances may include, but are not limited to, disabilities, low family income, first generation to attend college, need to work, disadvantaged social or educational environment, difficult personal and family situations or circumstances, refugee status or veteran status; and
Location of the applicants college and residence. These factors shall be considered to provide
for geographic diversity in the student population and also to account for the wide variety of educational environments existing in California. (For additional criteria that campuses may consider, refer to the first 10 bullets of Comprehensive Review Factors for Freshman Applicants, listed on page 25 and in the campus General Catalogs.)
Berkeley
All Colleges
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic performance and preparation, as assessed by review of college GPA , level of completion of prerequisite courses for the major and general education requirements for the college or school. Other criteria may be considered after comprehensive review of all academic and personal information provided on the application. This includes extracurricular accomplishment, employment, personal qualities such as leadership or
motivation, and likely contribution to the intellectual and cultural vitality of the campus. Demonstrated interest in the major may be considered as well. All achievements are considered in the context of the opportunities available to the applicant and the ways in which he or she has responded to them. Transfer students from both two-year and four-year institutions are admitted; however, preference is given to California community college transfer applicants who are California residents.
College of Chemistry
Applicants must complete one year of general chemistry, one year of calculus, calculus-based physics course(s) in mechanics and wave motion, and course(s) equivalent to the first semester of the Reading and Composition requirement (and the second semester of the R&C requirement for chemistry majors, chemical biology majors and chemical engineering joint majors), plus two additional courses for the major.
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Colleges of Engineering and Environmental Design, and the Haas School of Business
Applicants must complete the required 60 semester units and all general education/ breadth and major-prerequisite courses by the end of the spring term preceding enrollment.
College of Letters and Science (L&S)
Applicants must complete the required 60 semester units, all college breadth requirements and most, if not all, major prerequisites by the end of the spring term preceding enrollment. Applicants are expected to complete breadth requirements through one of three patterns: 1) L&S requirements in reading and composition, foreign language and quantitative reasoning; 2) the UC Reciprocity Agreement (for students transferring from other UC campuses); or 3) IGETC (for California community college students).
College of Natural Resources
to fall admission. Priority is next given to junior-level transfer students from other UC campuses. Finally, if space is available, qualified lower-division transfers with superior grades may be admitted to the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. An array of criteria, such as the applicants selected college and major, is used in the selection process. Though the vast majority of students are selected on the basis of academic performance and preparation, some students are selected on the basis of additional information, including personal characteristics, achievement, potential, experience and response to life challenges, as assessed through a thorough review of all information provided on the application.
Irvine
All Schools
mation Management, Chemistry, Computer Game Science, Computer Science, Computer Science and Engineering, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth and Environmental Studies, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Economics (all majors), Engineering (all majors), Informatics, Information and Computer Science, Mathematics, Nursing Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physics, Public Health Policy and Public Health Sciences. Criminology, Law and Society, and Psychology and Social Behavior: Applicants to either major may be subject to additional screening. dance and Music: Applicants to either major must audition and be selected by department faculty.
Applicants must complete the required 60 semester units and all general education/ breadth and major prerequisite courses by the end of spring term preceding enrollment.
Davis
All Colleges
The majority of students are selected primarily on the basis of academic performance and preparation as assessed by review of the GPA in academic coursework and strength of preparation for the intended major. To be competitive, applicants must maintain a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Applicants must meet the transfer eligibility requirements for UC with completion of 60 semester (90 quarter) transferable units, two transferable English composition courses, one transferable mathematics course and four courses in a minimum of two of six specific course areas by the end of the spring term prior to fall admission. Each college has selective majors for which completion of specified lower-division major courses comparable to those at UC Davis with certain specified GPA s is essential. Selective majors include Biotechnology, Communication, International Relations, Psychology, Viticulture and Enology, and all majors in the College of Biological Sciences and the College of Engineering. See www.assist.org and view detailed selection criteria on our campus website (admissions .ucdavis.edu/ admissions/tr_ pros_ stdt). Highest priority for admission is given to junior-level California community college transfer applicants who complete UC eligibility, unit, GPA and selective major requirements by the conclusion of the spring term prior
The majority of students are selected on the basis of academic performance, as assessed by review of the following: GPA , number of UC-transferable units completed and depth of preparation for the major. After qualified, junior-level transfer applicants from California community colleges, junior transfer students from four-year colleges, including other UC campuses, and lowerdivision transfer students are considered. In general, comprehensive review considers all information provided on the application, including: academic performance; an exceptionally challenging curriculum; outstanding accomplishments relevant to academic aims; hardships or unusual circumstances the applicant has faced and the ways in which the applicant has responded to these challenges; a strong, thoughtful match between UCIs programs and the students academic and career objectives, preparation, talents and skills; and potential contributions to the campus. Fall-term applicants must complete required English composition and mathematics courses by the end of the spring term preceding enrollment at UCI. Winter- and spring-term applicants must complete these courses by the end of the preceding summer and fall terms, respectively. (Note: UCI typically does not admit students for the winter or spring term.) In general, admission decisions for many majors at UCI depend on the competitiveness of the applicant pool as demonstrated by level and quality of preparation. Preparation for certain majors is essential, including completion of specified prerequisites and course grades. These majors include: Biological Sciences, Biomedical Computing, Business Administration, Business Infor-
Los Angeles
College of Letters and Science
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic performance and preparation, as assessed by review of the following: the quality and amount of progress toward completion of major-preparation requirements, the quality of and performance in transferable courses, completion of the English composition and mathematics requirements, and progress toward completion of UCLAs general education requirements or completion of IGETC. Other criteria that are considered: student responses to life challenges and special circumstances, personal achievement, participation in programs that develop academic
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abilities, older/returning student and veteran status, leadership, awards, employment, and volunteer and community service.
Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science
Note: The Postlicensure R.N.B.S. program may be suspended for the 2011-12 academic year, in which case it would not be open to new applicants. Students should check with the School of Nursing before they apply.
Students are selected on the basis of academic performance and preparation, as assessed by review of completed preparatory courses for the major (including mathematics, physics, chemistry and computer programming, if required) as well as the strength of the GPA .
School of the Arts and Architecture School of Theater, Film, and Television
Merced
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic preparation and performance, as assessed by a review of GPA in transferable coursework and degree of preparation in the intended area of study. Preference is given to junior-level California community college applicants who have completed at least 60 transferable semester units.
transferable coursework. Applicants to majors in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biology, Chemistry or Physics (effective fall 2012) must have completed one-year course sequences in three specified areas of science and mathematics. Applicants to Plant Biology must have completed one-year course sequences in two specified areas of science, and it is recommended that they complete one year of college calculus.
San Diego
All Colleges
Students are selected on the basis of UC eligibility and demonstrated special talent and ability in the specific major chosen as indicated by audition, portfolio and/or supplementary information required by the department. The schools also consider the criteria described above under College of Letters and Science.
School of Nursing
Riverside
All Colleges
In addition to the UC undergraduate application, students must also submit a supplemental nursing application, available at www.nursing.ucla.edu. Prelicensure B.S. Program: This program is for applicants who wish to become registered nurses. Students are selected for very limited openings on the basis of academic performance and preparation, as assessed by review of completion of University and general education requirements, preparatory courses for the major, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 in all transferable courses, and students written statements and recommendations. Postlicensure R.N.B.S. Program: This program is for registered nurses who wish to obtain their B.S. in nursing and progress to advanced practice at the graduate level for the M.S.N. degree. Students are selected based on the following criteria: associate degree in nursing from a state-approved program or a diploma in nursing from a program accredited by the National League of Nursing; current licensure as a registered nurse and a minimum one year of full-time experience as a registered nurse within the past five years; passing scores on required Excelsior College examinations: Fundamentals, Adult, Maternal/Child Health-AD and Psychiatric/Mental Health; 6070 semester units of transferable coursework; completion of specified prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better; minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all transferable courses; and fulfillment of UCs American History and Institutions requirement.
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic preparation and performance, as assessed by review of the criteria described in the minimum admission requirements beginning on page 15. 80 or More Units: UC-eligible applicants with 80 semester (120 quarter) units or more of transfer credit will be reviewed by the associate dean of the college for completion of a specified pattern of courses that provides continuity with upper-division courses within the major.
School of Business Administration
Additional emphasis is placed on major preparation. Applicants must have an overall minimum GPA of 2.5, complete all breadth requirements (or IGETC ) and at least four of six published major prerequisites and two lower-division business prerequisites with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering
Applicants are selected primarily on the basis of academic performance, as assessed by review of their GPA in all UC-transferable courses and the number of UC-transferable units completed by the end of spring term prior to fall enrollment at UC San Diego. Applicants interested in declaring any major designated as impacted are strongly encouraged to complete as many courses as possible that fulfill the lower-division requirements of the intended major. To help plan courses, students should take advantage of the advising resources at their college and at www. assist.org. Transfer students are accepted at the junior level only. More than 90 percent of UC San Diegos transfer students come from California community colleges. Those from other UC campuses, other two-year or fouryear institutions in the United States, and upper-division students from countries outside the United States may also be admitted, based on the criteria in the paragraph above. Exceptional students are encouraged to apply.
Santa Barbara
College of Letters and Science
Students are selected on the basis of academic preparation, as assessed by their GPAs in academic coursework, completion of required major-preparatory coursework and a minimum GPA of 2.8 in all transferable coursework. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to focus on preparatory coursework for their desired major, such as mathematics and science. Strong technical preparation is essential for success in the admissions process, and subsequently, in all coursework at Bourns. Further information can be found at www.engr.ucr.edu/ transferring.
College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic preparation, as assessed by GPA in academic coursework and strength of preparation for the intended major. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.7 in
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic preparation and performance, as assessed by review of grades earned in UC-transferable coursework and strength of academic preparation for the intended major. Some students are selected on the basis of academic and personal achievement, potential and experience, as assessed through a comprehensive review of all information provided on the application, including academic performance as described above and academic and personal information as described in the selection factors on page 36. Please note: Applications are almost never accepted from senior-level applicants, those students with 90 or more transferable semester (135 quarter) units. The colleges of Engineering and Creative Studies make
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occasional exceptions. A maximum of 70 transferable semester (105 quarter) community college units will be counted as part of the unit evaluation to determine senior standing. There is no limitation on units awarded by four-year universities. Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate units earned prior to high school graduation do not apply to the 90 transferable semester (135 quarter) unit limit for admission consideration. Biological Sciences: At minimum, students must complete one year of general chemistry with lab and one two- or three-term sequence in general biology with lab, with a GPA of at least 2.7 in these courses. Yearlong sequences in calculus, general physics with lab and organic chemistry with lab are highly recommended. For more information, consult the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology or the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Economics, Economics and Accounting and Economics/Mathematics: Transfer students who wish to declare the Economics and Accounting major must complete the following four courses with a 2.75 GPA before admission: one microeconomics course, one macroeconomics course, one statistics course and one calculus course. Transfer students who wish to declare the Economics or Economics/Mathematics major must complete the following four courses with a 2.75 GPA before admission: one microeconomics course, one macroeconomics course, and two calculus courses. Please note: In addition to the courses listed above, Economics, Economics and Accounting and Economics/Mathematics majors have additional pre-major requirements. Once admitted to UCSB, students who have not yet completed all of the pre-major requirements must complete the remaining courses with a UC GPA of 2.85 or better. Transfer grades from a non-UC school will not be used in the 2.85 GPA calculation. Transfer grades will be used only as a criterion for admission to UCSB in one of the economics majors. For information, consult the Department of Economics, (805) 893-2981, 893-7441 or 893-2982. Computer Science, B.A. : Applicants are selected based on the criteria described for the College of Engineering (below) and must select the Computational Geography, Computational Economics or Computational Biology emphasis. Performance Majors: Admission to a performance major Dance (B.A. and B.F.A.), Theater or Music is determined by audition.
College of Engineering
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic preparation and performance, as assessed by review of the following: grades earned in UC-transferable coursework, amount of engineering preparatory coursework completed and grades earned in preparatory coursework. Applicants must complete all required units and prerequisites by the end of the spring term preceding enrollment at UCSB.
College of Creative Studies
foundation courses or their equivalent. Transfer applicants are encouraged to complete and excel in as many courses as possible that are equivalent to the departments foundation courses. IGETC is not recommended for engineering transfer students because it will not provide transfer students with enough mathematics and engineering courses to allow them to complete BSOE programs at UCSC in two years. Details on foundation courses and major requirements can be found at www.soe.ucsc. edu/admissions.
Students are selected on the basis of academic and personal achievement, potential and experience, as assessed through a comprehensive review of all academic and personal information in the application (as described in the selection factors on page 36), and special talents, outstanding achievement and capacity for excellence in one of the eight academic areas within the college, as assessed by faculty review. All applicants must submit a College of Creative Studies application, available from the college (www.ccs.ucsb.edu), in addition to the regular UC undergraduate application. Applicants must submit work in evidence of talent or letters of recommendation with the Creative Studies application.
Santa Cruz
All Colleges (Except Engineering)
Students are selected primarily on the basis of academic performance and preparation, as assessed by review of the following: GPA in all UC-transferable courses, completion of and performance in lower-division prerequisite courses in the proposed major, completion of a specified pattern of courses that meet general-education requirements, participation in academically selective honors programs and performance in honorsdesignated courses. Other factors that may be assessed include outstanding performance in one or more academic subject areas; special projects or programs; talents, achievements, experiences or interests that will contribute to the vitality and educational environment of the campus; and special circumstances or personal challenges, especially as they relate to the social or educational environment(s) that have affected an applicants life experience. Jack Baskin School of Engineering The Baskin School of Engineering (BSOE ) strongly encourages applications from transfer students. Acceptance into any BSOE major is based on overall college academic record and successful completion of lower-division
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International Baccalaureate
The International Baccalaureate Organization awards either a diploma or a certificate for individual IB exams. Students completing the IB diploma with a score of 30 or above will receive 30 quarter (20 semester) units toward their UC degree. The University also grants 8 quarter (5.3 semester) units for students who receive IB certificates with scores of 5, 6 or 7 on Higher Level exams. For more information about credit awarded by the campuses, visit www.universityofcalifornia .edu/ educators/counselors/ib. Designated examinations may be considered equivalent to UC freshman-level courses in the subject and may be used to satisfy general education or breadth requirements. Students or counselors should contact individual campuses for more information on how subject credit may be granted. The units granted for IB exams are not counted toward the maximum number of credits required for declaration of a major or the maximum number of units a student may accumulate prior to graduation. Students who enter the University with IB credit do not have to declare a major earlier than other students, nor are they required to graduate earlier.
and Merced, divide total quarter units by 1.5 to convert to semester units.) In many cases, satisfaction of subject requirements or credit toward specific requirements also is awarded by the campuses as described below. At all campuses, a maximum of 8 quarter units are allowed in each of the following areas: Art (Studio), English, Mathematics, Music and physics. A maximum of 4 quarter units are allowed in Computer Science. Space does not permit discussion of how AP credit is granted for each program. The campus admissions offices can advise counselors and students about these issues. Note About AB Subscore on Calculus BC Examination: Students who take the Calculus BC examination and earn a subscore of 3 or higher on the Calculus AB portion will receive credit for the Calculus AB examination, even if they do not receive a score of 3 or higher on the BC examination. Note About Music Theory Subscore: The University grants credit for the full Music Theory exam. Students who earn only a subscore will not receive exam credit.
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UC eligibility Code: e=english, m=math, H=Humanities, B=Behavioral and social sciences, s =Biological and Physical sciences
art, studio
2-D Design Portfolio 3-D Design Portfolio Drawing Portfolio (8-unit maximum for all three tests) 8 8 8 8 8 8 2 4
economics
Macroeconomics (UC-B) Microeconomics (UC-B) 4 4 8 8
english
Language and Composition (UC-e) Literature and Composition (UC-e/H) (8-unit maximum for both tests)
Advanced Placement
The University grants credit for all College Board Advanced Placement tests on which a student scores 3 or higher. The credit toward graduation may get specific subject credit and/ or credit toward general education/breadth requirements, as determined by evaluators at each campus. Students should be encouraged to take AP tests when appropriate. Although the College Board reports all AP tests results to the University, students should be aware AP test scores lower than 3 will not adversely affect their chances for admission. Units granted for AP tests are not counted toward the maximum number of credits required for formal declaration of a major or the maximum number of units a student may accumulate prior to graduation. Students who enter the University with AP credit do not have to declare a major earlier than other students, nor are they required to graduate earlier. The University grants credit for AP tests as described in the box at right. (Credit is expressed in quarter units. For Berkeley
Berkeley
For the most current information, refer to each college or schools website.
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environmental science (UC-s) government and Politics Comparative (UC-B) United States (UC-B) History European History (UC-B/H) United States History (UC-B/H) World History (UC-B/H) Human geography (UC-B) Language other than english Chinese Language and Culture (UC-H) French Language (UC-H) French Literature (UC-H) German Language (UC-H) Italian Language and Culture (UC-H)
Japanese Language and Culture (UC-H) Latin Literature (UC-H) Latin Vergil (UC-H) Spanish Language (UC-H) Spanish Literature (UC-H)
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Art History Earns 3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences). Biology For Chemical Biology and Chemical Engineering majors, score of 4 or 5 satisfies Biology 1A and 1AL. Economics Each test: Earns 2.7 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/ Social Sciences). English Literature: Score of 4 earns 4 units toward breadth requirement (equivalent to English 1A); score of 5 earns 5.3 units toward breadth requirement (equivalent to English 1A-B). Language: Score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units toward breadth requirement (equivalent to English 1A).
mathematics
Calculus AB (UC-m) Calculus BC (UC-m) (8-unit maximum for both tests)
Psychology (UC-B) statistics (UC-m) For information on how AP exams can be applied to IGETC requirements, visit ccctransfer.org/igetc/main-page.
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Government and Politics Each test: Earns 2.7 units credit toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/ Social Sciences). History Each test: Earns 3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/ Social Sciences). Human Geography Earns 2.7 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences). Language Other Than English Literature, each exam: For Chemical Engineering majors, earns 3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences); for Chemistry and Chemical Biology majors, satisfies Foreign Language requirement or earns 3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences). Language, each exam: For Chemical Engineering majors, earns 5.3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/ Social Sciences); maximum of 6 units total; for Chemistry and Chemical Biology majors, satisfies Foreign Language requirement or earns 5.3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/ Social Sciences). Latin Each test: For Chemical Engineering majors, earns 2.7 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences); for Chemistry and Chemical Biology majors, satisfies Foreign Language requirement or earns 2.7 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences). Mathematics Calculus AB (or AB subscore on BC exam): Earns subject credit for Mathematics 1A. Calculus BC: Score of 3 or 4 earns subject credit for Mathematics 1A; score of 5 earns subject credit for Mathematics 1A-1B. Music Earns 3 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences). Physics Physics C, both tests: Sum of scores 9 or higher, earns credit for Physics 7A. Psychology Earns 2.7 units toward breadth requirement (Group II: Humanities/Social Sciences).
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Art History Earns lower-division Humanities credit. Biology Score of 4 or 5 satisfies Biology 1A-1B. Chemistry Exempt Chemistry 1A; if students major requires Chemistry 1B, the College strongly recommends that the student enroll in Chemistry 1A before 1B. Computer Science Computer Science AB: Score of 4 or 5 satisfies Computer Science 61B requirement. Economics Exempt one lower-division Humanities course for completion of both tests. English Either test: Score of 4 or 5 satisfies English 1A. Government and Politics Contact the College of Engineering about application of credit. History Either test: Satisfies one lower-division Humanities course. Language Other Than English Literature: Any test except Latin earns lower-division Humanities credit. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns subject credit for Mathematics 1A. (Note: Students with a score of 3 are encouraged to take Math 1A at Berkeley.) Calculus BC: Score of 5 earns subject credit for Mathematics 1A-1B. Physics Physics Mechanics C: Score of 5 satisfies Physics 7A. Psychology Satisfies one lower-division Humanities course.
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Calculus BC: Score of 3 or 4 earns subject credit for Mathematics 16A; score of 5 earns subject credit for Mathematics 16A and 16B. Physics Physics C Mechanics: For Architecture majors, score of 5 earns subject credit for Physics 7A or 8A. Statistics For Urban Studies majors, earns subject credit for Statistics 2. Other AP Exams May be used toward breadth requirements.
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Computer Science Computer Science AB: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement. English Literature: Score of 4 satisfies first half of Reading and Composition requirement; score of 5 satisfies entire Reading and Composition requirement. Language: Score of 4 or 5 satisfies first half of Reading and Composition requirement. History United States: Satisfies the American History and Institutions requirement. Language Other Than English Each test: Satisfies Foreign Language requirement. Mathematics Each test: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Statistics Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement.
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No more than two AP tests may be used to fulfill the Colleges Humanities/Social Studies requirement.
English Maximum of 4.3 units for all English exams. Literature: Score of 4 satisfies first half of Reading and Composition requirement; score of 5 earns 5.3 units and satisfies entire Reading and Composition requirement (equivalent to English 1A-1B Language: Score of 4 or 5 satisfies first half of Reading and Composition requirement (equivalent to English 1A). Mathematics Calculus AB (or AB subscore on BC exam): Earns subject credit for Mathematics 16A.
Biology Score of 4, exempt Biology 1A. Chemistry Score of 4 or 5, may enroll in Chemistry 3A. English Literature: Score of 4 satisfies first half of the Reading and Composition requirement; score of 5 satisfies entire requirement. Language: Earns subject credit toward Arts and Humanities; score of 4 or 5 also satisfies first half of the Reading and Composition requirement. Language Other Than English Each test: Satisfies Foreign Language requirement for Environmental Sciences and Environmental Economics and Policy majors only. Mathematics Each test: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement for Environmental Sciences and Environmental Economics and Policy majors only.
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Calculus AB: Score of 3, may enroll in Math 16A or Math 1A; score of 5, may enroll in Math 1B. Calculus BC: Score of 3 or 4, may enroll in Math 1B; score of 5, may enroll in Math 53. Statistics Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement for Environmental Sciences and Environmental Economics and Policy majors only. Other AP Exams Call the College at (510) 642-0542.
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Davis
all colleGes
AP credit cannot be used to satisfy the campus general education requirements. Art History Score of 5, exempt Art 1A-1B-1C; partially satisfies Area (breadth) requirements for the A.B. degree in the College of Biological Sciences and the College of Letters and Science. Art (Studio) Note: 8 transferable unit maximum for all Studio Art exams. Score of 4, exempt Art 2; partially satisfies Area (breadth) requirements for the A.B. degree in the College of Biological Sciences and the College of Letters and Science. Score of 5, exempt Art 2 and 5; partially satisfies Area breadth requirements for the A.B. degree in the College of Biological Sciences and the College of Letters and Science. Biology Earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or satisfies preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science; exempt Biological Sciences 10. Biological Sciences 2A is the first course taken by most life science majors. Chemistry Earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or satisfies preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science. Score of 3 or 4, exempt Chemistry 10. Score of 5, exempt Chemistry 2A. Chemistry 2A may be taken for credit, but Chemistry 2AH-2BH-2CH is preferred. Computer Science Note: 4 transferable unit maximum for all Computer Science exams. Computer Science A: Earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses
for science majors in the College of Letters and Science. Computer Science AB: Earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science. Score of 4 or 5, exempt Engineering Computer Science 30; credit for Computer Science and Engineering 30 may serve as prerequisite for Computer Science and Engineering 40 with consent of instructor. In the College of Engineering, score of 3 earns unrestricted elective credit. Economics Microeconomics: Exempt Economics 1A. Macroeconomics: Exempt Economics 1B. English Note: 8 transferable unit maximum for all English exams. Either test: Satisfies the Entry-Level Writing requirement; score of 4 or 5, exempt English 3, University Writing Program 1. In the College of Biological Sciences, score of 4 or 5 satisfies 4 lower-division units of the colleges English composition requirement; in College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, satisfies 4 units of the first half of the English composition requirement. In the College of Letters and Science, score of 4 or 5 satisfies first course toward English composition requirement. Environmental Science In the College of Letters and Science, earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses for science majors. Government and Politics United States: Exempt Political Science 1; satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. Comparative: Exempt Political Science 2. History United States: Exempt History 17A-17B; History 17A-17B may be taken for full credit. Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. European: Exempt History 4B-4C; History 4A-4B may be taken for full credit. Language Other Than English Each test: In the College of Letters and Science and the College of Biological Sciences, language examinations except for Latin and the literature examinations in French and Spanish, satisfy the foreign language requirement. Until otherwise determined, the language and culture examinations do not satisfy the foreign language requirement. French Language: Score of 3, exempt French 3; score of 4, exempt French 21; score of 5, exempt French 22.
German Language: Score of 3, exempt German 3; score of 4, exempt German 20; score of 5, exempt German 21. Spanish Language: Score of 3, exempt Spanish 21; score of 4, exempt Spanish 22; score of 5, exempt Spanish 23. Spanish Literature: Score of 3, exempt Spanish 23; score of 4 or 5, exempt Spanish 24 Latin (Vergil) Exempt Latin 2. Mathematics Note: 8 transferable unit maximum for all Mathematics-Calculus exams. Score of 3, 4, 5 for all MathematicsCalculus exams satisfies UC-M admission eligibility area. Calculus AB: Earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or satisfies preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science; score of 4 or 5, exempt Mathematics 12, 16A, 17A or 21A; Mathematics 16A, 17A or 21A may be taken for full credit. Credit for Mathematics 16A, 17A or 21A equivalents may serve as prerequisite for Mathematics 16B, 17B or 21B. Calculus BC: Earns 8 units Natural Sciences credit or satisfies preparatory courses for science majors. Score of 3 or 4, exempt Mathematics 12, 16A, 17A or 21A; Mathematics 16A, 17A or 21A may be taken for full credit; Mathematics 16A, 17A or 21A equivalents may serve as prerequisite for Mathematics 16B, 17B or 21B. Score of 5, exempt Mathematics 12, 16A-16B, 17A-17B or 21A-21B; Mathematics 16A, 16B, 17A, 17B, 21A or 21B may be taken for full credit; Mathematics 16A, 16B, 17A, 17B, 21A or 21B equivalents may serve as a prerequisite for Mathematics 16B, 16C, 17B, 17C, 21B or 21C. Music Theory Exempt Music 10. In the College of Biological Sciences and the College of Letters and Science, partially satisfies Area (breadth) requirements for the A.B. degree. Physics Note: 8 transferable unit maximum for all three Physics exams. Physics B: Earns 8 units toward Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science. Score of 4 or 5, exempt Physics 1A-1B. Physics C Mechanics: Earns 4 units toward Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science; score of 4 or 5, exempt Physics 1A.
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Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Earns 4 units toward Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science. Psychology Score of 5, exempt Psychology 1. Statistics Earns 4 units Natural Sciences credit or preparatory courses for science majors in the College of Letters and Science. Score of 4 or 5, exempt Statistics 13; Statistics 13 may be taken for full credit.
Irvine
all schools
Art History Score of 3 satisfies one course toward Art History major, minor, category IV of the UCI GE requirement from the Art History 40 or 42 series, and satisfaction of category VIII, plus 4 units of elective credit; may not replace School of Humanities requirements. Score of 4 or 5 satisfies two courses toward Art History major, minor, category IV of the UCI GE requirement from the Art History 40 or 42 series, and satisfaction of category VIII; may not replace School of Humanities requirements. Art (Studio) Earns 8 units elective credit. Biology Biological Sciences majors: Earns 8 units elective credit. Non-Biological Sciences majors: Earns one Biological Sciences course toward Category II of the UCI GE requirement. Chemistry Score of 3 earns 8 units elective credit. Score of 4 or 5 earns subject credit for Chemistry 1A plus 4 units elective credit. Chinese Language: Score of 3 earns 4 units of course credit, awarded following placement examination; score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units of course credit, awarded following placement examination. Computer Science Computer Science A: Score of 3, 4 or 5 earns course credit for ICS/CSE 21 and 2 units. Computer Science AB: Score of 3 earns course credit for ICS/CSE 21 and 4 units; score of 4 or 5 earns course credit for ICS/ CSE 21 and 22, and 4 units. Economics Microeconomics: Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns subject credit for Economics 20A. May not replace School of Social Sciences requirements for
the bachelors degree. Macroeconomics: Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Economics 20B. May not replace School of Social Sciences requirements for the bachelors degree. English Satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement. One test: Score of 3 earns 8 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns one course toward category IV of the UCI GE requirement from the English 28 series plus 4 units of elective credit; may not replace English major or minor, Literary Journalism major or School of Humanities requirements. Both tests: Score of 3 earns 8 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns two courses toward category IV of the UCI GE requirement from the English 28 series; may not replace English major or minor, Literary Journalism major or School of Humanities requirements. Environmental Science Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Environmental Analysis and Design E8 or Earth System Science 1 or 25. French Either test: Score of 3 earns 8 units subject credit for French 1A-B-C and satisfies category VI of the UCI GE requirement. Score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit for French 2A-B-C and satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. German Language: Score of 3 earns 4 units subject credit for German 1A-B-C and satisfies category VI of the UCI GE requirement. Score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit for German 2A-B-C and satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. Government and Politics Each test: Earns 4 units elective credit. History Each test: Earns 8 units elective credit. Human Geography Earns 4 units elective credit. Italian Language: Score of 3 earns 4 units subject credit for Italian 1A-B-C, satisfies category VI of the UCI GE requirement. Score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit for Italian 2A-B-C, satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. Japanese Language: Score of 3 earns 4 units of subject credit for Japanese 1A-B-C, satisfies category VI of the UCI GE requirement.
Score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit for Japanese 2A-B-C, satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. Latin One test: Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units subject credit and satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. Course credit toward the Classics major, Latin major or School of Humanities language requirement awarded upon petition. Both tests: Score of 3 earns 8 units subject credit for Latin 1A-B-C, satisfies category VI of the UCI GE requirement; score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit and satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. Course credit toward the Classics major, Latin major or School of Humanities language requirement awarded upon petition. Mathematics Calculus AB: Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Mathematics 2A. Calculus BC: Score of 3 earns 8 units subject credit for Mathematics 2A; score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit for Mathematics 2A-2B. Music Theory Each test: Score of 3 earns 8 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units elective credit. Physics Physics B: Earns 8 units elective credit. Physics C: Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Physics 7A/7LA or Physics 2. Physics C (Mechanics): Score of 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Physics 3A. Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism): Score of 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Physics 3B. Psychology Score of 3, 4, or 5 earns 4 units elective credit. Spanish Either test: Score of 3 earns 8 units subject credit for Spanish 1A-B-C and satisfies category VI of the UCI GE requirement. Score of 4 or 5 earns 8 units subject credit for Spanish 2A-B-C and satisfies categories VI and VIII of the UCI GE requirement. Statistics Score of 3, 4, or 5 earns 4 units subject credit for Statistics 7/Mathematics 7, or Management 7 or Social Ecology 13.
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Los Angeles
school of the arts and architecture
Art History Applies as one course toward Foundations of the Arts and Humanities (Visual and Performance Arts Analysis and Practice). Art (Studio) Cannot be applied to general education or major requirements. Biology Applies as one course toward Foundations of Scientific Inquiry. Chemistry Applies as one course toward Foundations of Scientific Inquiry. Chinese Satisfies foreign language requirement. Computer Science Computer Science A: Cannot be applied toward general education requirements. Computer Science AB: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Economics Macroeconomics: Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 2. Cannot be applied toward general education requirements. Microeconomics: Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 1. Cannot be applied toward general education requirements. English Either test: Score of 3 satisfies EntryLevel Writing requirement; score of 4 or 5 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and earns credit for English Composition 3 (Writing 1). Environmental Science Applies as one course toward Foundations of Scientific Inquiry. French Language: Score of 3 earns credit for French 4; score of 4 earns credit for French 5; score of 5 earns credit for French 6. All scores satisfy the foreign language requirement. Literature: Applies as one course toward Foundations of the Arts and Humanities (Literary and Cultural Analysis). German Language Score of 3 earns credit for German 3; score of 4 earns credit for German 4; score of 5 earns credit for German 5. All scores satisfy the foreign language requirement. Government and Politics Comparative: Applies as one course towards Foundations of Society and Culture (Social Analysis). United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. Applies as one course toward Foundations of Society and Culture (Social Analysis).
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History European: Applies as two courses toward Foundations of Society and Culture (Historical Analysis). United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. Applies as two courses toward Foundations of Society and Culture (Historical Analysis). World: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Humanities/Geography Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Italian Language and Culture Score of 3 earns credit for Italian 3; score of 4 earns credit for Italian 4; score of 5 earns credit for Italian 6. All scores satisfy the foreign language requirement. Japanese Language and Culture Satisfies foreign language requirement. Latin Score of 3 earns credit for Latin 1. Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Latin 3, and satisfies foreign language requirement. Mathematics Calculus AB or BC: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Music Theory Cannot be applied toward general education or major requirements. Physics B or C: Applies as one course toward Foundations of Scientific Inquiry. Psychology Score of 3 earns unassigned units. Score of 4 or 5 earns 4 units for Psychology 10. Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Spanish Language: Score of 3 earns credit for Spanish 4; score of 4 earns credit for Spanish 5; score of 5 earns credit for Spanish 6. All scores satisfy the foreign language requirement. Literature: Applies as one course toward Foundations of the Arts and Humanities (Literary and Cultural Analysis). Statistics Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement.
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Art History Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Art (Studio) Cannot be applied toward general education requirement.
Biology Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Chemistry Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Chinese Language and Literature Satisfies foreign language requirement. Computer Science Computer Science A: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Computer Science AB: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Economics Macroeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units. Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 2. Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Microeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units. Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 1. Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. English Either test: Score of 3 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement; score of 4 or 5 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and earns credit for English 3. Environmental Science Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. French Language: Score of 3 earns credit for French 4; score of 4 earns credit for French 5; score of 5 earns credit for French 6. Literature: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. German Language Score of 3 earns credit for German 3; score of 4 earns credit for German 4; score of 5 earns credit for German 5. Government and Politics Comparative: Cannot be applied toward general education requirements. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. History European: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; cannot be applied toward general education requirement. World: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Human Geography Cannot be applied toward general education requirement.
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Italian Language and Culture Score of 3 earns credit for Italian 3; score of 4 earns credit for Italian 4; score of 5 earns credit for Italian 6. Satisfies foreign language requirement. Latin Score of 3 earns credit for Latin 1; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Latin 3 and satisfies foreign language requirement. Mathematics All scores satisfy Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Calculus AB: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Math Calculus (4 units); score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units). Calculus BC: Score of 3 earns credit for Math Calculus (8 units); score of 4 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units) and Math Calculus (4 units); score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units) and Math 31B (4 units). Music Theory Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Physics Any test: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Psychology Score of 3 earns unassigned units. Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Psychology 10. Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Spanish Language: Score of 3 earns credit for Spanish 4; score of 4 earns credit for Spanish 5; score of 5 earns credit for Spanish 6. All scores satisfy foreign language requirement. Literature: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Statistics Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement.
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Art History Earns unassigned units. Art (Studio) Earns unassigned units. Biology Earns unassigned units. Chemistry Score of 3 earns Introduction for 8 units; score of 4 or 5 earns General for 8 units. Contact department for course placement information. Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns unassigned units. Computer Science AB: Earns unassigned units.
Economics Macroeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 2 (4 units). Microeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 1 (4 units). English Score of 3 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and English Composition 3. Environmental Science Earns unassigned units. French Language: Score of 3 earns credit for French 4; score of 4 earns credit for French 5; score of 5 earns credit for French 6. Literature: Earns unassigned units. German Language Score of 3 earns credit for German 3; score of 4 earns credit for German 4; score of 5 earns credit for German 5. Government and Politics Each test: Earns unassigned units. History European: Earns unassigned units. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. World: Earns unassigned units. Italian Language and Culture Score of 3 earns credit for Italian 3; score of 4 earns credit for Italian 4; score of 5 earns credit for Italian 6. Latin Score of 3 earns credit for Latin 1; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Latin 3. Mathematics Calculus AB: Score of 3, 4 or 5 earns credit for Math Calculus (4 units). Calculus BC: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Math Calculus (8 units); score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units) and Math Calculus (4 units). AB subscore (score of 3, 4 or 5) of BC exam earns unassigned Math units (4 units) when it is the only passing score. Music Theory Earns unassigned units. Physics Any test: Earns unassigned units. Psychology Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Psychology 10. Spanish Language: Score of 3 earns credit for Spanish 4; score of 4 earns credit for Spanish 5; score of 5 earns credit for Spanish 6. Literature: Cannot be applied toward general education requirements.
Art History Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Art (Studio) Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Biology Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Chemistry Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Chinese Language and Culture Earns 8 units of Elementary Chinese. Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns unassigned units. Computer Science AB: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirementEconomics Macroeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 2 (4 units). Microeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Economics 1 (4 units). English Either test: Score of 3 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement; score of 4 or 5 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and earns credit for English 3. Environmental Science Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. French Language: Score of 3 earns credit for French 4; score of 4 earns credit for French 5; score of 5 earns credit for French 6. Literature: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. German Language Score of 3 earns credit for German 3; score of 4 earns credit for German 4; score of 5 earns credit for German 5. Government and Politics Comparative: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; cannot be applied toward general education requirement. History European: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement.
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United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; cannot be applied toward general education requirement. World: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Human Geography Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Italian Language and Culture Score of 3 earns credit for Italian 3; score of 4 earns credit for Italian 4; score of 5 earns credit for Italian 6. Latin Language or Literature: Score of 3 earns credit for Latin I; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Latin 3. Mathematics Any test: Satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Calculus AB: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Math Calculus (4 units); score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units). Calculus BC: Score of 3 earns credit for Math Calculus (8 units); score of 4 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units); and Math Calculus (4 units) score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units) and Math 31B (4 units). Music Theory Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Physics Any test: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Psychology Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Psychology 10. Spanish Language: Score of 3 earns credit for Spanish 4; score of 4 earns credit for Spanish 5; score of 5 earns credit for Spanish 6. Literature: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Statistics Earns unassigned units; satisfies Quantitative Reasoning requirement.
school of theater, film, and teleVision
Art History No application toward general education. Art (Studio) Majors should consult with departmental adviser about application of credit. Biology Earns 4 units toward Science requirement. Chemistry Earns 4 units toward Science requirement.
Chinese Language and Culture Satisfies foreign language requirement. Computer Science Any test: Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. Economics Macroeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns Economics 2. Microeconomics: Score of 3 earns unassigned units; score of 4 or 5 earns Economics 1. English Either test: Score of 3 satisfies EntryLevel Writing requirement; score of 4 satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and English Composition and Rhetoric requirement; score of 5 satisfies EntryLevel Writing requirement, English Composition and Rhetoric requirement, and Critical Reading and Writing requirement. Environmental Science Cannot be applied toward general education requirement. French Language: Score of 3 earns credit for French 4; score of 4 earns credit for French 5; score of 5 earns credit for French 6. All scores satisfy the foreign language requirement. Literature: Earn 8 units toward Literature requirement. German Language All scores satisfy foreign language requirement. Score of 3 earns credit for German 3; score of 4 earns credit for German 4; score of 5 earns credit for German 5. Government and Politics Comparative: Earns 4 units toward Social Science requirement. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; earns 4 units toward Social Science requirement. History European: Earns 8 units toward Social Science requirement. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; earns 8 units toward Social Science requirement. World: Contact school for information. Italian Language and Culture Satisfies foreign language requirement. Score of 3 earns credit for Italian 3; score of 4 earns credit for Italian 4; score of 5 earns credit for Italian 6. Japanese Language and Culture Satisfies foreign language requirement.
Latin Satisfies foreign language requirement. Score of 3 earns credit for Latin 1; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Latin 3 and earns 4 units toward Literature requirement. Mathematics Calculus AB: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Math Calculus (4 units); score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units). Calculus BC: Score of 3 earns credit for Math Calculus (8 units); score of 4 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units) and Math Calculus (4 units); score of 5 earns credit for Math 31A (4 units) and Math 31B (4 units). Physics Earns 4 units toward Science requirement. Spanish Language: Score of 3 earns credit for Spanish 4; score of 4 earns credit for Spanish 5; score of 5 earns credit for Spanish 6. All scores satisfy foreign language requirement. Literature: Earn 4 units toward literature requirement. Statistics Earns 4 units toward Science/Mathematics requirement.
Merced
all schools
Art History Score of 4 or 5, exempt one 4-unit general education course in Arts. Art (Studio) Score of 4 or 5, exempt one 4-unit general education course in Arts. Biology Score of 4 or 5, exempt Biological Sciences 1. Chemistry Score of 3 or above, exempt from taking chemistry readiness exam. Score of 4 or 5, exempt Chemistry 2. Computer Science Earns 2.7 semester units elective credit. Economics Each test: Score of 4 or 5 earns 5.3 semester units elective credit. Both tests: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Economics 1. English Either test: Score of 3 satisfies Entry-Level Writing Requirement, exempts Writing 1. Language: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Writing 10. Literature: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Literature 20-21, 30-31 or 40-41 sequence. Environmental Science Score of 4 or 5, exempt Earth Systems Science 1.
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Government and Politics United States: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Political Science 1. Comparative: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Political Science 3. History European: Score of 4 or 5, exempt History 30-31. United States: Score of 4 or 5, exempt History 16-17. World: Score of 4 or 5, exempt History 10-11. Human Geography Score of 4 or 5 earns 2.7 semester units elective credit. Language Other Than English: Chinese: Score of 5, exempt Chinese 4. French Language: Score of 5, exempt French 4. French Literature: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Literatures and Cultures or History major foreign language requirement. German Language: Score 5, exempt Literatures and Cultures or History major foreign language requirement. German Literature: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Literatures and Cultures or History major foreign language requirement. Japanese: Score of 5, exempt Japanese 4. Spanish Language: Score 5, exempt Spanish 4 or 11. Spanish Literature: Score 4 or 5, exempt Literature 50-51; score of 3 fulfills the foreign language requirement for students majoring in Literatures and Cultures with a concentration in literatures of the English-speaking world; score of 4 or 5 fulfills Spanish language requirement for those majoring in Literatures and Cultures with a concentration in literatures of the Spanish-speaking world. Latin Earns 2.7 semester units elective credit. Mathematics Either test: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Math Readiness Exam and meets School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts Quantitative Reasoning Requirement. Calculus AB: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Math 21. Calculus BC: Score of 3, exempt Calculus Readiness Exam and Math 21; score of 4 or 5, exempt Math 21 and Math 22. AB Subscore: Score of 4 or 5, exempt Math 21. Music Theory Score of 4 or 5 earns 5.3 semester units elective credit.
Physics Physics B: Earns 5.3 units elective credit. Physics C Mechanics: Score of 4 earns 2.7 semester units elective credit; score of 5, exempt Physics 8. Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Score of 4 or 5 earns 2.7 semester units elective credit. Psychology Score of 4 or 5, exempt Psychology 1. Statistics Score of 4 or 5 meets School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts Quantitative Reasoning Requirement; exempt Math 18. Score of 5 exempts Economics 10 or Political Science 10.
Riverside
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Art History Earns 4 units of Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth credit and 4 units elective credit. Art (Studio) Any test: Earns 4 units of Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth credit and 4 units elective credit. Biology Earns 4 units Natural Science and Mathematics (Biological Sciences) breadth credit and 4 units elective credit. Chemistry Earns credit for Chemistry 1W and Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Physical Sciences) breadth plus 5 units of elective credit. Computer Science Computer Science A: Score of 3 earns 2 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for CS 10. Computer Science AB: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Computer Science 10; score of 5 earns credit for Computer Science 12 and subject credit for Computer Science 10. Economics Macroeconomics: Earns credit for Economics 2. Microeconomics: Earns credit for Economics 3. English Either test: Score of 3 earns credit for English 1A and 4 units elective credit (or 8 units elective credit if the student enrolls in English 1A); score of 4 or 5 earns credit for English 1A and 1B. Environmental Science Score of 3 earns credit for Environmental Sciences 1; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Environmental Sciences 2.
Government and Politics Comparative: Earns credit for Political Science 15. United States: Earns credit for Political Science 10. History European: Earns 4 units of Humanities breadth credit and 4 units elective credit. United States: Earns credit for History 17A and 17B. World: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (World History) breadth requirement and 4 units elective credit. Human Geography Earns 4 units of Social Science (Geography) breadth credit. Language Other Than English: Any test: Earns 8 units of elective credit. Latin Vergil: Earns 4 units of elective credit. Literature: Earns 4 units of Humanities breadth credit. Literature French or Spanish: Earns credit for Humanities (Literature) breadth plus 4 units of elective credit. German: Earns 8 units of elective credit. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns credit for Mathematics 9A; additional subject credit may be granted after individual counseling. Calculus BC: Earns credit for Mathematics 9A and 9B; additional subject credit may be granted after individual counseling. Music Either test: Earns 4 units of Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth credit plus 4 units of elective credit. Physics Physics B: Earns 8 units elective credit. Physics C Mechanics: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 5 earns credit for Physics 2A. Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units of elective credit; score of 5 earns credit for Physics 2B. Psychology Score of 3 earns 4 units toward Social Science breadth requirement; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Psychology 2. Statistics Earns credit for Statistics 40.
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colleGe of humanities, arts, and social sciences and school of business administration
Art History Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Art (Studio) Either test: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Biology Earns 4 units credit toward Mathematics/ Natural Science (Biological Sciences) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Chemistry Earns credit for Chemistry 1W plus 5 units elective credit. Computer Science Computer Science A: Score of 3 earns 2 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 2 units elective credit and placement after individual counseling. Computer Science AB: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Computer Science 10; score of 5 earns credit for Computer Science 12. Economics Macroeconomics: Earns credit for Economics 2. Microeconomics: Earns credit for Economics 3. English Either test: Score of 3 earns credit for English 1A and 4 units of elective credit (or 8 units of elective credit if the student enrolls in English 1A); score of 4 or 5 earns credit for English 1A and 1B. Environmental Science Score of 3 earns credit for Environmental Sciences 1; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Environmental Sciences 2. Government and Politics Comparative: Earns credit for Political Science 15. United States: Earns credit for Political Science 10. History European: Earns 4 units of Humanities breadth and 4 units of elective credit. United States: Earns credit for History 17A and 17B. World: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (World History) breadth requirement and 4 units elective credit. Human Geography Earns 4 units credit toward Social Science (Geography) breadth requirement.
iB and aP test Credit
Language Other Than English Language: Earns 8 units elective credit. Literature: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Literature) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Latin Vergil: Earns 4 units elective credit. Literature: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Literature) breadth requirement. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns credit for Mathematics 9A; additional subject credit may be granted after individual counseling. Calculus BC: Earns credit for Mathematics 9A and 9B; additional subject credit may be granted after individual counseling. Music Either test: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth requirement; 4 units elective credit. Physics Physics B: Earns 4 units credit toward Natural Science (Physical Sciences) breadth requirement and 4 units elective credit. Physics C Mechanics: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units Natural Science and Mathematics (Physical Sciences) breadth requirement; score of 5 earns credit for Physics 2A. Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units Natural Science and Mathematics (Physical Sciences) breadth requirement; score of 5 earns credit for Physics 2A. Psychology Score of 3 earns 4 units credit toward Social Sciences (Psychology) breadth requirement; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Psychology 2. Statistics Earns credit for Statistics 40.
colleGe of natural and aGricultural sciences
Art History Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Art (Studio) Either test: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Biology Earns 8 units elective credit. Chemistry Earns credit for Chemistry 1W plus 5 units elective credit.
Computer Science Computer Science A: Score of 3 earns 2 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns 2 units elective credit and placement after individual counseling. Computer Science AB: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for Computer Science 10; score of 5 earns credit for Computer Science 12. Economics Macroeconomics: Earns credit for Economics 2. Microeconomics: Earns credit for Economics 3. English Either test: Score of 3 earns credit for English 1A and 4 units elective credit (or 8 units elective credit if the student chooses to enroll in English 1A); score of 4 or 5 earns credit for English 1A and 1B. Environmental Science Score of 3 earns credit for Environmental Sciences 1; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Environmental Sciences 2. Government and Politics Comparative: Earns credit for Political Science 15. United States: Earns credit for Political Science 10. History European: Earns 4 units toward Humanities breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. United States: Earns credit for History 17A and 17B. World: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (World History) breadth requirement and 4 units elective credit. Human Geography Earns 4 units credit toward Social Science (Geography) breadth requirement. Language Other Than English Language: Earns 8 units elective credit. Literature: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Literature) breadth requirement plus 4 units elective credit. Latin Vergil: Earns 4 units elective credit. Literature: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Literature) breadth requirement. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns credit for Mathematics 9A; additional subject credit may be granted after individual counseling. Calculus BC: Earns credit for Mathematics 9A and 9B; additional subject credit may be granted after individual counseling.
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Music Either test: Earns 4 units credit toward Humanities (Fine Arts) breadth requirement; 4 units elective credit. Physics Physics B: Earns 8 units elective credit. Physics C Mechanics: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 5 earns credit for Physics 2A. Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 5 earns credit for Physics 2B. Psychology Score of 3 earns 4 units credit toward Social Sciences (Psychology) breadth requirement; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for Psychology 2. Statistics Earns credit for Statistics 40.
San Diego
General education credit awarded for AP exams is listed by college. Students in all colleges may also qualify for course exemptions by major. These AP exams are listed following the Thurgood Marshall College entry.
earl Warren colleGe
Art History Earns credit for two courses toward Visual Arts or Humanities program of concentration or one course toward Visual Arts or Humanities area study. Art (Studio) Earns credit for two courses toward Visual Arts or Humanities program of concentration or one course toward Visual Arts or Humanities area study. Biology Score of 3 earns credit for two courses toward Science and Technology or Fundamentals of Biology program of concentration. Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for two courses toward Biology or Science and Technology program of concentration or Fundamentals of Biology program of concentration. May not take BILD 1,2,3 or 10. Chemistry Score of 3 earns credit for two courses toward Science and Technology program of concentration. Score of 4 earns credit for two courses toward Science and Technology program of concentration or one course toward Chemistry program of concentration. Score of 5 earns credit for two courses toward Chemistry or Science and Technology program of concentration.
Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns 2 units elective credit. Computer Science AB: Earns credit for one course toward Formal Skills and/ or Science and Technology program of concentration. Economics Each test: Score of 3 or 4 earns credit for one course toward a Perspectives of Social Science program of concentration. Score of 5 earns credit for one course toward a Perspective in Social Science or Economics program of concentration. English Either test: Earns 8 units elective credit; satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement. Note: 8 units maximum credit for both tests. Environmental Science Score of 3 meets one course toward Science and Technology program of concentration. Score of 4 or 5 meets one course toward SIO or Science and Technology program of concentration. Government and Politics United States: Earns credit for one course toward Perspectives of Social Science or Political Science program of concentration or area study; satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. Comparative: Earns credit for one course toward Perspectives of Social Science or Political Science program of concentration or Political Science area study. History Each test: Earns credit for two courses toward History or Humanities program of concentration or one course toward History or Humanities area study. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. Human Geography Earns 4 units elective credit. Language Other Than English Language (French, German, Spanish): Score of 3 meets two courses toward a Foreign Language and Culture program of concentration or one course toward a Foreign Language and Culture, Literature, or Humanities area study; score of 4 meets two courses toward a Foreign Language and Culture program of concentration or one course toward a Foreign Language and Culture area study, or one course toward a Humanities or Literature program of concentration and area study; score of 5 meets two courses toward a Foreign Language and Culture, Literature, or Humanities
program of concentration or one course toward a Foreign Language and Culture, Literature, or Humanities area study. Literature (French, Spanish): Score of 3 meets two courses toward a Foreign Language and Culture program of concentration or one course toward a Foreign Literature or Humanities program of concentration or area study; score of 4 or 5 meets two courses toward a Foreign Language and Culture program of concentration or two courses toward a Foreign Literature or Humanities program of concentration or one course toward a Literature or Humanities area study. Latin Each test: Score of 3, 4 or 5 meets one course toward a Classical Studies, Humanities or Literature program of concentration or area study. Mathematics Calculus AB: Meets one course of the Formal Skills requirement. Calculus BC: Meets two courses of the Formal Skills requirement. Music Earns credit for two courses in Humanities or Music program of concentration or one course toward a Humanities or Music area study. Physics Physics B: Earns credit for two courses in Science and Technology program of concentration. Physics C, either test: Score of 3 or 4 meets one course in Science and Technology program of concentration. Score of 5 meets one course toward Physics or Science and Technology program of concentration. Psychology Earns credit for one course toward Perspectives in Social Science program of concentration or Psychology program of concentration or area study. Statistics Earns credit for one course in Formal Skills requirement.
eleanor rooseVelt colleGe
Art History Earns credit for one course in Group B Fine Arts requirement. Art (Studio) Earns credit for one course in Group B Fine Arts requirement. Biology Satisfies the Natural Science requirement. Chemistry Satisfies the Natural Science requirement.
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Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns two units elective credit. Computer Science AB: Earns credit for one of two courses of Quantitative/Formal Skills requirement. Economics Each test: Earns 4-8 units elective credit. English Either test: Earns 8 units elective credit; satisfies Entry Level Writing Requirement (8 units maximum for both tests). Environmental Science Earns credit for one course of Natural Science requirement. Government and Politics Each test: Earns 4 units elective credit. History United States: Earns 8 units elective credit. European: One course may apply toward Regional Specialization; see Eleanor Roosevelt College academic counselor for details. World: Earns 8 units elective credit. Human Geography Earns 4 units elective credit. Language Other Than English Language: Score of 3 earns 8 units elective credit. Score of 4 or 5 satisfies proficiency requirement. Literature: Satisfies proficiency requirement. Latin Must take the Latin proficiency exam. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns credit for one course of Quantitative/Formal Skills requirement. Calculus BC: Completes Quantitative/ Formal Skills requirement. Music Earns credit for one course in Group B Fine Arts requirement. Physics Physics B: Earns credit for two courses of Natural Science requirement. Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Earns credit for one course of Natural Science requirement. Physics C, Mechanics: Earns credit for one course of Natural Science requirement. Psychology Earns 4 units elective credit. Statistics Earns credit for one course of Quantitative/ Formal Skills requirement.
john muir colleGe
Art (Studio) Earns 8 units elective credit. Biology Score of 3, exempt BILD 10. Score of 4 or 5, exempt BILD 1, 2 and 3. Chemistry Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions, page 52. Computer Science Earns 24 units elective credit. If applied to major, see UCSD Course Exemptions. Economics See UCSD Course Exemptions. English Either test: Earns 8 units elective credit; satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement (8 units maximum for both tests). Environmental Science Score of 3 earns 4 units of elective credit; score of 4 or 5 exempt SIO 10. Government and Politics United States: Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions and AH&I requirement. Comparative: Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions. History United States: Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions; clears American History and Institutions requirement. May take HILD 2A, 2B or 2C to complete GE sequence. European: Exempt two European history courses (third course by petition after student consults with Muir adviser). World: Exempt two quarters of a nonWestern history sequence (third course by petition after student consults with Muir adviser). Human Geography Earns 4 units elective credit. Language Other Than English Language: Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions. Determines placement in language sequence and clears two courses in general education sequence if student chooses the foreign language option. Literature: Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions. Determines placement in language sequence if student chooses that option. Latin Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions, page 52. Mathematics Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions, page 52. Music Earns 8 units elective credit. Physics Refer to UCSD Course Exemptions (8 units maximum for all exams).
Psychology Score of 3 earns elective credit only; score of 4 or 5, exempt Psychology 1. Statistics Earns 4 units elective credit.
reVelle colleGe
Art History Satisfies Fine Arts requirement and one course of noncontiguous area of focus or may meet two courses of noncontiguous area of focus. Art (Studio) Satisfies Fine Arts requirement and one course of noncontiguous area of focus or may meet two courses of noncontiguous area of focus. Biology Satisfies Revelle Biology requirement. Chemistry Partial completion of Natural Science requirement. Computer Science Partial completion of noncontiguous area of focus. Economics Each test: Meets one course of Social Science requirement. English Either test: May meet two courses of noncontiguous area of focus or 8 units elective credit. Environmental Science Elective units or may meet one course of noncontiguous area of focus. Government and Politics Each test: Earns credit for one course of Social Science requirement or may meet one course of noncontiguous area of focus. History United States: Earns credit for one course of Social Science requirement or may meet one course of noncontiguous area of focus. European: May meet two courses of noncontiguous area of focus. World: May meet two courses of noncontiguous area of focus. Human Geography Four units elective credit or may meet one course of noncontiguous area of focus. Language Other Than English Language: Score of 4 or 5 satisfies proficiency requirement. Literature: Score of 3, 4 or 5 satisfies proficiency requirement. Latin May meetwo courses of noncontiguous area of focus or be used as 8 units elective credit; usually prepares student to take Lit/ Latin 100.
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Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns credit for one course of Math requirement. Calculus BC: Earns credit for two courses of Math requirement. Music Either test: Satisfies Fine Arts requirement and may meet one course of noncontiguous area of focus. Physics Physics B: Meets one course of Natural Science requirement. Physics C, each test: Earns credit for one course of Natural Science requirement. Psychology Earns credit for one course of Social Science requirement or may meet one course of noncontiguous area of focus. Statistics Earns 4 units elective credit.
sixth colleGe
Sixth College has no foreign language requirement. However, language study is encouraged. Students may use two courses of foreign language to satisfy the Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning area of the general education requirement if noncontiguous to the major field of study. Art History Earns credit for one course of Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning requirement. Art (Studio) Earns credit for one course of Art Making. Biology Earns credit for one course of Analytical Methodologies/Scientific Method requirement. Chemistry Earns credit for one course of Analytical Methodologies/Scientific Method requirement. Computer Science Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for one course of Information Technology Fluency requirement. Economics Each test: Score of 3 earns elective credit. Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for one course of Social Analysis requirement. English Either test: Satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement and earns 8 units elective credit (8 units maximum for both tests). Environmental Science Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for one course of Analytical Methodologies/Scientific Method requirement.
Government and Politics Each test: Score of 3 earns elective credit; score of 4 or 5 satisfies Social Analysis requirement. Political Science majors: Score of 5 required to meet major requirement. History Each test: Earns credit for one course of Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning requirement. Human Geography Earns 4 units elective credit. Language Other Than English Language: Earns credit for one course toward Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning requirement. Literature: Earns credit for one course toward Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning requirement. Latin Each test: Earns credit for one course of Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning requirement. Mathematics Earns credit for one course of Structured Reasoning requirement. Music Earns credit for one course of Art Making. Physics Physics B or C: Earns credit for one course toward Analytical Methodologies/Scientific Method requirement. Psychology Earns credit for one course toward Social Analysis requirement. Statistics One course toward Exploring Data.
thurGood marshall colleGe
Art History Earns credit for one course of Fine Arts requirement. Art (Studio) Earns credit for two courses of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Biology Earns credit for one course of Biology/Natural Science requirement; may also apply one course toward disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Chemistry Earns credit for one course of Chemistry/ Natural Science requirement; may apply one course toward disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns 2 units elective credit.
Computer Science AB: Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for one course of Math, Statistics and Logic requirement or one course of disciplinary breadth if noncontiguous to major. Economics Each test: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 5 earns credit for one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. English Either test: Earns 8 units elective credit and satisfies Entry Level Writing Requirement (8 units maximum for both tests). Environmental Science Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for one course of Physics/Natural Science requirement. Government and Politics Each test: Score of 3 or 4 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 5 earns credit for one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. History Each test: Earns credit for two courses of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Human Geography Earns 4 units elective credit. Language Other Than English Language: Earns credit for two courses of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Literature: Earns credit for two courses of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Latin Earns credit for one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns credit for one course of Math, Statistics and Logic requirement. Calculus BC: Earns credit for two courses of Math, Statistics and Logic requirement. Music Earns credit for two courses of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Physics Physics B: Earns credit for one course of Physics/Natural Science requirement and one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Physics C, either test: Earns credit for one course of Physics/Natural Science requirement or one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major.
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Physics C, both tests: Earns credit for one course of Physics/Natural Science requirement and one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Psychology Score of 3 earns 4 units elective credit; score of 4 or 5 earns credit for one course of disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to major. Statistics Earns 4 units elective credit.
ucsd course exemptions
Courses required for the major may be exempted if the student passes the appropriate AP exam. Students qualify for the exemptions listed below only if the course is required for their major. Biology Score of 3: Exempt BILD 10; may take BILD 1, 2, 3 for credit. Score of 4 or 5: Exempt BILD 1, 2 and 3. Chemistry Score of 3: Exempt Chemistry 4 or 11. Score of 4: Exempt Chemistry 4, 11 or 6A; may take Chemistry 6AH, 6BH, 6CH for credit. Score of 5: Exempt Chemistry 6A-6B-6C or 11; encouraged to take Chemistry 6AH, 6BH, 6CH for credit. Computer Science Computer Science A: Score of 4, exempt Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) 8A and 8AL; student should take CSE 11. Score of 5, exempt CSE 11. Computer Science AB: Score of 4 or 5, exempt CSE 11. Score of 5, exempt CSE 12 with departmental approval. Economics Microeconomics: Score of 3 or 4 earns elective credit; score of 5, exempt Economics 1. Macroeconomics: Score of 3 or 4 earns elective credit; score of 5, exempt Economics 3. English Satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement. Environmental Science Earns elective units. Score of 4 or 5, exempt SIO 10. Government and Politics Comparative: Score of 5, exempt Political Science 11. United States: Satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; score of 5, exempt Political Science 10. History United States: Exempt two quarters U.S. History; may take HILD 2A, 2B or 2C; satisfies American History and Institutions requirement.
Language Other Than English Language: Score of 3, exempt Ling. 1C/1CX, Chinese 20A, LIIT 1C/CX, LTIT 1C. Score of 4, exempt Ling. 1D/1DX or Lit. 2A, Chinese 20B, LTIT 2A, Japanese 20A. Score of 5, exempt Lit. 2B, Chinese 20C, LTIT 50. Literature (French and Spanish): Score of 3, exempt Linguistics 1D/1DX or Literature 2A; score of 4, exempt Literature 2B; score of 5, exempt Spanish Literature 2C or French Literature 50. Latin Exempt LTLA 1, 2, 3. Mathematics Calculus AB: Score of 3, exempt Mathematics 10A. Score of 4 or 5, exempt Mathematics 10A or 20A. Calculus BC: Score of 3, exempt Mathematics 20A; or exempt Mathematics 10A or 10B. Score of 4 or 5, exempt Mathematics 20A, 20B or Mathematics 10A, 10B. Physics Physics B: Elective credit and exempt Physics 10. Physics C Mechanics: Score of 3 or 4, exempt Physics 1A; score of 5, exempt Physics 2A and 4A. Physics C Electricity and Magnetism: Score of 3 or 4, exempt Physics 1B; score of 5, exempt Physics 2B or 4C. Psychology Score of 4 or 5, exempt Psychology 1.
Santa Barbara
In addition to general education credit as listed, some AP test scores may be equivalent to certain UCSB courses. For more information, see www.catalog.ucsb.edu. Art History Earns 8 units credit; earns credit for one course of Arts general education requirement. Art (Studio) Earns 8 units credit; no general education credit. Biology Earns 8 units credit; earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement. Chemistry Earns 8 units elective credit; earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement; satisfies Quantitative Relationships requirement.
Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns 2 units credit; no general education credit. Computer Science AB: Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement; satisfies Quantitative Relationships requirement. Economics Either test: Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Social Science general education requirement. English Either test: Score of 3 earns 8 units credit, satisfies Entry-Level Writing requirement Score of 4 earns 8 units credit, satisfies Entry Level Writing requirement, equivalent to Writing 2 within the English Reading and Composition general education requirement. Score of 5 earns 8 units credit, satisfies Entry Level Writing requirement, equivalent to Writing 2 and 50, the entire English Reading and Composition general education requirement. Environmental Science Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement. Government and Politics United States: Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Social Sciences general education requirement; satisfies American History and Institutions requirement. Comparative: Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Social Sciences general education requirement. History United States: Earns 8 units credit; satisfies American History and Institutions requirement; earns credit for one course of Social Sciences general education requirement. European: Earns 8 units credit; earns credit for one course of Culture and Thought general education requirement. Latin Each test: Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Foreign Language general education requirement. Mathematics Calculus AB: Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement; satisfies Quantitative Relationships requirement. Calculus BC: Earns 8 units credit; earns credit for two courses of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement; satisfies Quantitative Relationships requirement.
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Language Other Than English Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Foreign Language general education requirement. Physics One or more tests: Earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement; satisfies Quantitative Relationships requirement. Physics B: Earns 8 units credit. Physics C, each test: Earns 4 units credit. Psychology Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Social Science general education requirement. Statistics Earns 4 units credit; earns credit for one course of Science, Mathematics, and Technology general education requirement; satisfies Quantitative Relationships requirement.
Santa Cruz
Note: UC Santa Cruzs General Education requirements changed as of fall 2010. To see previous General Education requirements, please access the UCSC General Catalog at reg.ucsc.edu/catalog.
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Art History Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Interpreting Arts and Media requirement. Art (Studio) Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Practice (Creative Process) requirement. Biology Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Scientific Inquiry requirement. Chemistry Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Scientific Inquiry requirement. Computer Science Computer Science A: Earns 2 units elective credit. Computer Science AB: Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Mathematics and Formal Reasoning requirement. Economics Each test: Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Perspectives (Human Behavior) requirement. English Either test: Earns 8 units credit; score of 4 or 5 satisfies Composition-1 requirement. Environmental Science Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Perspectives (Environmental Awareness) requirement.
Government and Politics Each test: Earns 4 units credit. Comparative: Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Cross-Cultural Analysis requirement. United States: Earns 4 units credit. History United States: Earns 8 units credit. European: Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Cross-Cultural Analysis requirement. World: Earns 8 units credit; satisfies CrossCultural Analysis requirement. Human Geography Earns 4 units credit. Language Other Than English Language: Earns 8 units credit. Literature: Earns 8 units credit; satisfies Textual Analysis and Interpretation requirement. Language and Culture: Earns 8 units credit. Latin Either test: Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Textual Analysis and Interpretation requirement. Mathematics One or more tests: Satisfies Mathematical and Formal Reasoning requirement. Calculus AB: Earns 4 units credit. Calculus BC: Earns 8 units credit. Music Earns 8 units credit. Physics One or more tests: Satisfies Scientific Inquiry requirement. Physics B: Earns 8 units credit. Physics C, each test: Earns 4 units credit. Psychology Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Perspectives (Human Behavior) requirement. Statistics Earns 4 units credit; satisfies Statistical Reasoning requirement.
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n increasing number of prospective UC students have completed part of their high school or college work in a foreign country and their academic records include both U.S. and foreign credentials. Students with such mixed records often have questions about how to complete the Universitys application for admission. The information in this section is provided to assist you in advising these students. Each University campus has experienced international admission specialists to evaluate foreign academic records and determine transferability of foreign coursework. They are knowledgeable about the different grading systems and methods of reporting coursework in other countries. The international admission specialists are able to provide general information to students; however, they cannot provide formal evaluations for students before they apply. Once a student has been admitted to a campus and has accepted the offer of admission, the campus will complete the formal evaluation. Counselors with questions about how to interpret foreign academic records or how to advise a student to complete the application should contact a campus international admission specialist or admissions office. The addresses and phone numbers are provided beginning on page 76.
Academic Records
Students who accept an offer of admission to the University must provide official academic records from all institutions they attended beginning with the equivalent of the first year of high school in the United States. Because it can take a substantial amount of time to obtain records from schools outside the United States, applicants should have legible photocopies of their official foreign academic records. After a student submits an application, he or she should be prepared to send these copies to the office of admissions upon their request. Official transcripts will be required at the campus the student elects to attend. The official record must list the titles of courses and examinations the student completed, the grades (marks) earned, the dates attended and any degree or diploma earned. In the United States, the academic record is usually referred to as a transcript; in other countries it may be called by another name, such as leaving certificate, maturity certificate, bachillerato or baccalaureate. The University recognizes that it may be difficult to obtain foreign records in the
event of political upheaval or natural disaster; however, these situations are rare. Failure to provide official records may jeopardize a students enrollment at the University. evaluation of secondary school coursework for advanced credit In most cases, the University does not grant advanced-standing credit for secondary-level certificates or diplomas. Credit is given for Hong Kong and GCE advanced-level exams passed with a grade of C or better. translations Secondary school records generally do not need to be translated unless they are in a language with an alphabet other than the Roman alphabet. In that case, official translations are required. Students must submit certified translations of all foreign college/university records that are not issued in English. The University will accept English-language translations provided by foreign universities or those performed by certified translators with knowledge of educational records and terminology. course descriptions The admissions office may need descriptions of college/university coursework to determine course content and verify that the student has completed required preparatory coursework for the major or college. Many foreign universities can provide translations into English. If a university cannot, UC will accept a student translation. The University does not use course evaluations provided by professional credential evaluation agencies. All transcript and course evaluations are performed by the Universitys international admission specialists.
nations) should list the mark earned in the examination rather than the mark assigned by the teacher at the end of the course. Transfer applicants should list hours, credits or units for coursework as noted on their transcripts if their coursework is not reported as quarter or semester units. Transfer applicants should include foreign coursework in calculating their preliminary grade point average only if they can convert the marks they received to the A-B-C-D-F grading system. If the grades cannot be converted, they should not be included in the GPA calculation.
The Application
scholastic information On the undergraduate application, students must list all institutions attended, including any foreign schools, beginning with the equivalent of the ninth grade, even if the student satisfied or plans to satisfy the UC admission requirements with only U.S. coursework. academic history Students who attended school outside the United States should report their foreign coursework and grades on the Academic History section of the online undergraduate application to the best of their ability, following the instructions provided. They should list all courses attempted and record the grades earned exactly as reported by the foreign school whether as numbers, letters, percentages or words. Freshman applicants who took any external examinations in secondary school (such as GCE Advanced Level, HKCEE, GCSE, ICSE, ISC, AISSC or Matriculation Exami-
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language other than English may be required or recommended at the college, school, major or program level. The e subject requirement for freshman admission to UC requires two years of a language other than English. In some cases, this will satisfy the students foreign language requirement. In many cases, however, additional study is necessary at the college level. When appropriate, students should complete additional study of a language other than English before entering UC. Most non-language undergraduate majors require or recommend that students demonstrate competence in at least one language other than English. Study of a language other than English is also appropriate for students considering graduate study, even if their undergraduate major does not have a language requirement. Many graduate programs require students to demonstrate proficiency in at least one language other than English, and in some programs students are expected to be able to study documents in the original language. At the University, lower-division study in a language other than English covers grammar, composition and conversation. It usually takes six quarters for students to complete elementary- and intermediatelevel courses. Upper-division students study literature, history, advanced grammar and phonetics of the language. Ancient languages such as Latin and Sanskrit are taught somewhat differently. Students are not expected to speak the languages, and classes are taught in English. Students should review the General Catalogs to determine which program is best for them. In some cases, languages other than English are found under Literature or Languages and Literature, or by a particular language or group of languages, such as French or Scandinavian Languages. Students should also investigate programs in Classics and Linguistics.
3. Grade of at least C- in the third quarter or second semester of foreign language, comparable to an equivalent course taught at UC Berkeley.
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Chemistry and Chemical Biology majors must satisfy the foreign language requirement by one of the following methods by the time they complete 90 semester units: 1. A letter grade of C- or higher in the third year of a high school foreign language; 2. Demonstrated proficiency in a foreign language by SAT Subject Test, AP or GCE A level examination;
Junior transfer students must fulfill the requirement before admission. Students may satisfy the foreign language breadth requirement in any of the following ways: 1. A letter grade of C- or higher in the third year of a high school foreign language; 2. Demonstrated proficiency in foreign language by exam. For additional information, please visit haas.berkeley. edu/undergrad/foreign_ language.html; 3. Grade of at least C- in the third quarter or second semester of foreign language, comparable to an equivalent course taught at UC Berkeley. (The Haas School will also accept a grade of Pass.) Foreign language requirements and recommendations for majors in the College of Letters and Science are described below. Asian Studies Required: One year (two semesters) of a language (Chinese or Japanese) appropriate to the area of regional specialization. Astrophysics Recommended: Reading knowledge of at least one of the following languages: French, German or Russian. Comparative Literature Required: Students must have completed work in at least one foreign language sufficient to complete a minimum of two upper-division literature courses in that language by the time of graduation. Development Studies Required: Students must be able to demonstrate proficiency in a modern language other than English, equivalent to four college-level semesters (or the fourth level of high school courses) by their last semester of senior year at Berkeley. English Recommended: Study of a foreign language. Film Studies Required: Third college-level semester of one foreign language or second collegelevel semester of two foreign languages. All natural languages are acceptable. Only courses that include reading and composition as well as conversation may be used. Integrative Biology Recommended: Further study of a foreign language.
Latin American Studies Required: Students must attain an intermediate level of competence in a primary language (either Spanish or Portuguese) equivalent to four college-level semesters of instruction and an elementary level of competence in a secondary language equivalent to two college-level semesters. They must be prepared to take two literature courses in their primary language (Spanish or Portuguese) at Berkeley. Linguistics Required: Appropriate ancient and/or modern language as determined by consultation with an adviser. Middle Eastern Studies Required: Four college-level semesters of a Middle Eastern language appropriate to the area of concentration. Near Eastern Studies Required: An elementary course in one of the following languages: Arabic, Persian, Hebrew or Turkish. Peace and Conict Studies Required: Students must be able to demonstrate proficiency in a modern language other than English equivalent to four collegelevel semesters (or the fourth level of high school courses) by their last semester of senior year at Berkeley. Political Economy Required: Four college semesters, or approximately five years of high school foreign language. High school credit satisfies the foreign language proficiency requirement only if the student was educated outside the U.S. in a system where the language of instruction was not English. Religious Studies Required: For an honors degree or for students planning graduate studies only, upper-division coursework in a language pertinent to a religious tradition: for Christianity, Latin or Greek; for Judaism, Biblical Hebrew; for Hinduism, Sanskrit; for Buddhism, Tibetan, Chinese or Sanskrit. South and Southeast Asian Studies Required: Extensive training in the major language of the area studied.
Davis
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Only those students working toward the B.S. degree in International Agricultural Development are required to complete 15 units in one language or pass the foreign language proficiency examination.
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Only those students working toward the A.B. degree are required to complete 15 units of foreign language study or demonstrate equivalent proficiency.
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All students working toward the A.B. degree are required to complete three sequenced quarters (15 units) of courses in one foreign language or demonstrate equivalent proficiency. A student may demonstrate proficiency in one of four ways: by passing the Foreign Language Placement Test; by achieving a score of at least 550 on a College Board SAT Subject Test in a foreign language; by earning a score of 3 or higher on a College Board Advanced Placement Language test in a foreign language, with the exception of Latin; or by earning a score of 5 or higher on the following International Baccalaureate Higher Level Examinations: French A1, A2 or B Examination, or the Latin A1 Examination. There is no foreign language requirement for the B.S. degree, although some programs may have specific requirements and recommendations. Foreign language requirements and recommendations for majors in the College of Letters and Science are listed below. IGETC may be used to satisfy the foreign language requirement coursework. Chicana/Chicano Studies Required: Elementary Spanish (Spanish 1, 2 and 3, or Spanish 28, 31 and 32). Classical Civilization Required: Elementary Latin (Latin 1, 2 and 3), Elementary Hebrew (Hebrew 1, 2 and 3) or Elementary Greek (Greek 1, 2 and 3), plus three to six upper-division courses in Latin, Greek or Hebrew. Comparative Literature Required: Preparation to begin upperdivision work in at least one literary tradition other than English. East Asian Studies Required: Elementary and intermediate Modern Chinese (Chinese 1, 2 and 3 and Chinese 4, 5 and 6) or Japanese (Japanese 1, 2 and 3 and Japanese 4, 5 and 6). English Recommended: Appropriate foreign language coursework for students preparing for advanced study. International Relations Required: 1530 quarter units or the equivalent in one modern foreign language.
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Italian Recommended: One year or one quarter of study abroad with the Education Abroad Program or college Latin or a Romance language. Linguistics Required: One course beyond the 15-unit requirement of the College of Letters and Science in the same foreign language used to fulfill the college requirement. Mathematics Recommended: For the B.S. degree, 15 units of French, German or Russian. Middle East/South Asia Studies Required: Elementary and Intermediate Arabic (Arabic 1, 2 and 3 and Arabic 21, 22 and 23) or Hebrew (Hebrew 1, 2 and 3 and Hebrew 21, 22 and 23) or Hindi/ Urdu (Hindi/Urdu 1, 2 and 3 and Hindi/ Urdu 21, 22 and 23). Medieval and Early Modern Studies Recommended: Courses in Latin and other European languages are strongly recommended, particularly for those planning to pursue graduate study. Music Students contemplating graduate study are advised to consider pursuing foreign language study beyond the elementary level. Religious Studies Recommended: Reading knowledge of a foreign language. Sociology Required: Students pursuing the comparative studies and world development emphasis must complete coursework or demonstrate proficiency in one modern foreign language at the two-year (27-30 unit) level.
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All students must complete college-level coursework equivalent to UCIs sixth quarter of study in a language other than English, taken for a letter grade and passed with a grade of C or better, or equivalent competence. Classical Civilization Required: One year of college-level Greek or Latin. Comparative Literature Required: In addition to the School requirement, students are required to complete coursework demonstrating competence in a foreign language sufficient for reading and understanding literature and culture in that language. East Asian Cultures Required: Two years of college-level Chinese, Japanese or Korean. European Studies Required: Two years of college-level French, German, Classical Greek, Italian, Latin, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish. Global Cultures Recommended: Students are encouraged to augment foreign language competence beyond minimum required by the School; participation in UC Education Abroad Program is strongly recommended.
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Irvine
All students are required to complete a third quarter of approved college-level study in any language other than English; earn credit for three years of high school study in a language other than English with a C average or higher in the third year; score 3, 4 or 5 on any College Board AP exam in a language other than English (those who earn a 3 or above on the Chinese exam must take the UCI Chinese placement examination to determine course credit); score 570 or higher on an SAT Subject Test in a language other than English, except the test in Modern Hebrew, for which a score of 500 or better is required; complete an approved course of study in an Education Abroad Program in a non-English-speaking country; or achieve the equivalent, as determined by an appropriate and available means of evaluation.
Chicano/Latino Studies Required: Spanish through the first course of intermediate or second-year Spanish. International Studies Required: Competence in an approved modern international language other than English, as demonstrated by completion of six quarters (four semesters) of the language, or by passing a proficiency examination. Competency in languages other than Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish and Vietnamese will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by petition.
Los Angeles
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The School requires foreign language proficiency through level 3. The language requirement must be satisfied by the end of the sophomore year. Those students whose entire secondary education was in a language other than English may petition to be exempted from the requirement.
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Proficiency in a foreign language is required as part of the general education requirements of the College. Proficiency may be demonstrated in one of the following ways: 1) by completing a college-level foreign language course equivalent to level 3 or higher at UCLA; 2) by scoring 3,4 or 5 on the College Board Advanced Placement foreign language exam in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese or Spanish, or scoring a 4 or 5 in Latin, thereby earning College credit; or 3) by presenting a UCLA foreign language departmental examination score indicating competency through level 3. In addition to foreign language majors, many other majors have foreign language requirements. Requirements are listed in the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla. edu/catalog). Transfer admission selection information is listed at www.admissions.ucla. edu/transfer.
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units). Can be satisfied through alternative means, such as proficiency testing or prior coursework.
Riverside
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The College has no foreign language requirement for any of its majors.
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Proficiency may be demonstrated in one of the following ways: 1) by completing one college-level foreign language course equivalent to level 3 or higher at UCLA with a grade of passed or C or better; 2) by scoring 3, 4 or 5 on the College Board AP foreign language exam in French, German or Spanish, or scoring 4 or 5 on the AP foreign language examination in Latin; or 3) by presenting a UCLA foreign language proficiency examination score indicating competency through level 3. International students may petition to satisfy the requirement with an advanced course in their native language. Those students whose entire secondary education was in a language other than English may petition to be exempted from the requirement.
Merced
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Literatures and Cultures Required: Literatures of the SpanishSpeaking World: Two years of college-level courses in a language other than English (up to 16 units). Literatures of the EnglishSpeaking World: One year of college-level courses in a language other than English (up to 8 units). Can be satisfied through alternative means, such as proficiency testing or prior coursework. History Required: One year of college-level courses in a language other than English (up to 8
For the B.A. degree, the foreign language requirement may be satisfied by completing with a minimum grade of C the fourth quarter or the equivalent of one language at UC Riverside or another college or university; or demonstrating proficiency at the fourthquarter level on the foreign language placement examination administered by the UC Riverside Department of Comparative Literature and Foreign Languages and Department of Hispanic Studies. For the B.S. degree, the foreign language requirement may be satisfied by completing with a minimum grade of C the third quarter or the equivalent of one language at UCR or another college or university; or demonstrating proficiency at the third-quarter level on the foreign language placement examination administered by the UCR Department of Comparative Literature and Foreign Languages and Department of Hispanic Studies. The exam does not yield credit; it only determines whether the language requirement has been met or in which course of the language sequence a student should enroll. Courses in American Sign Language may be used to meet this requirement. Students continuing with the same foreign language completed in high school must take a placement exam before they can enroll or receive credit in university-level courses in that language. Courses taken in the department or program of a students major may not be applied toward the breadth requirements except English Composition, Ethnicity, Foreign Language and World History. However, courses outside the major discipline, but required for the major, may be applied toward satisfaction of these requirements. Students who select a double major may apply courses in one of the majors or departments toward satisfaction of the breadth requirements. The Deans Office, in consultation with the Executive Committee of the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, will determine which courses apply to these
requirements. It is the students responsibility to verify those courses that fulfill the subject requirements for the bachelors degree. The following majors and programs require foreign language study as listed. Asian Literatures and Cultures Required: Two years of language instruction in Chinese or Japanese. Asian Studies Required: Two years of language instruction in Chinese, Japanese or Korean (East Asian Studies option); two years of language instruction in any Asian language (Comparative Asian Studies option). Classical Studies Required: Language instruction through the fourth quarter in Latin or Greek, plus upperdivision courses in the chosen language. Comparative Literature Required: Proficiency in at least one foreign language, ancient or modern, through the intermediate level (second year). French Required: Intermediate Composition and Conversation (French 15B) or the equivalent before beginning upper-division work in the major. Germanic Studies Required: Intermediate German (German 4) or the equivalent before beginning upperdivision work in the major. Language Required: Students study two or three foreign languages and also learn about their characteristics (linguistics), the creative use made of them (literature) and the cultures that produced them (civilization). Linguistics Required: Six quarters of foreign language; fourth-quarter college-level proficiency must be demonstrated in at least one language. Begin major before end of sophomore year. Russian Studies Required: Intermediate Russian (RUSN 004) before beginning upper-division work. Spanish Required: Proficiency equivalent to Intermediate Spanish (Spanish 6) before beginning upper-division work.
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The College offers a B.A. degree and a B.S. degree in most majors. The B.S. degree does not have a language requirement. For the B.A. degree, students must complete 16 quarter units in a foreign language. This requirement may be satisfied by completing four quarters of foreign language with a minimum grade of
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C or demonstrating equivalent proficiency, or completing 8 quarter units in each of two foreign languages with a minimum grade of C or demonstrating equivalent proficiency. Biology and Neuroscience majors must complete four quarters of one language. American Sign Language may be used to satisfy this requirement. Students who are pursuing a B.A. degree and who have not completed a foreign language course may enroll in a level-one foreign language course. However, students must take a placement exam if they plan to take a course in the same foreign language that they studied in high school. Transfer students who have taken a college-level foreign language course should consult with an adviser.
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Muir College encourages students to avail themselves of Muirs general education option to complete one year of a classical or modern foreign language as one of the two yearlong sequences from foreign languages, humanities and fine arts.
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For the B.S. degree, the foreign language requirement may be satisfied by completing with a minimum grade of C the third quarter or the equivalent of one language at UCR or another college or university; or demonstrating proficiency at the third-quarter level on the foreign language placement examination administered by the UCR Department of Comparative Literature and Foreign Languages and Department of Hispanic Studies. The exam does not yield credit; it only determines whether the language requirement has been met or in which course of the language sequence a student should enroll. Courses in American Sign Language may be used to meet this requirement. Students continuing with the same foreign language they completed in high school must take a placement exam before they can enroll or receive credit in university-level courses in that language.
Students are required to demonstrate basic conversational and reading proficiency in any modern foreign language, or reading proficiency in a classical language; or demonstrate proficiency through an appropriate AP or IB score; or complete the fourth quarter (or equivalent elsewhere) of foreign language with a passing grade. American Sign Language at fourth-quarter level is also accepted.
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Sixth College has no foreign language requirement; however, language study is encouraged. Students may use two courses of foreign language to satisfy the Narrative, Aesthetic and Historical Reasoning area of the general education requirement if noncontiguous to the major field of study.
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Thurgood Marshall College has no foreign language requirement; however, students may use two language courses to satisfy the lowerdivision disciplinary breadth requirement if noncontiguous to the major field of study.
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San Diego
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Earl Warren College has no foreign language requirement; however, students are encouraged to continue language study after enrolling at UCSD. Foreign language courses may be used to fulfill Warren general education requirements depending on a students major field of study.
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Students are required to demonstrate basic conversational and reading proficiency in any modern foreign language, or reading proficiency in a classical language; or demonstrate proficiency through an appropriate AP or IB score; or complete the fourth quarter (or equivalent elsewhere) of foreign language with a passing grade. American Sign Language at fourth-quarter level is also accepted.
The majors below have foreign language requirements that apply to students in all colleges. Chinese Studies Required: At least two years of Mandarin Chinese (CHIN 10 A-B-C and 20 A-B-C, CHIN 11-12-13 and 21-22-23) or the equivalent. Classical Studies Required: Proficiency in Greek, Latin or Hebrew; six upper-division courses that include reading assignments in the chosen language. Italian Studies Preferred: Six quarters of lower-division Italian (Italian 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B and 50) or the equivalent. Japanese Studies Required: Two years of upper-division courses required for major. Judaic Studies Required: Upper-division competence in Hebrew, normally fulfilled by first- and
second-year Hebrew language courses or the equivalent. Linguistics Required: Linguistics majors must demonstrate proficiency in one foreign language. Proficiency in a language may be demonstrated in one of three ways: 1. By passing the reading proficiency examination and the oral interview administered by the Department of Linguistics in French, German, Italian or Spanish; or 2. By successfully completing a course given at UCSD representing the fourth quarter (or beyond) of instruction in any single foreign language with a grade of C- or better; or 3. By scoring four or higher on the Advanced Placement exam. Students are encouraged to satisfy this requirement as early as possible in order to use the language for reference in linguistics courses. Students with native language competence in a language other than English may petition to have English satisfy the proficiency requirement. Literature Required: All students majoring in literature must study a secondary literature, that is, a literature in a language different from that of their primary literature. The range of secondary literatures includes ASL, Classical Greek, Hebrew and Latin, as well as French, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish. For those concentrating in a foreign literature, English is also an option. Students will satisfy this requirement by taking three courses in the secondary literature, given substantially in the native language. At least one of these courses must be upper division. The lower-division component within the secondary literatures may be satisfied by: American Sign Language 1D/1DX and 1E, French 2B and either 2C or 50, German 2B and 2C, Hebrew 2 and 3, Italian 2B and 50, Greek 2 and 3, Latin 2 and 3, Russian 2B and 2C or two courses from Spanish 50A-50B50C. For majors other than literatures in English, two courses from English 21-22-2325-26-27-28-29-60 are applicable. Literatures of the World and writing courses may not be applied toward the English secondary literature requirement. Russian and Soviet Studies Preferred: Six quarters of lower-division Russian (first-year Russian LTRU 1 A-B-C and second-year Russian LTRU 2 A-B-C) or equivalent.
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Santa Barbara
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Foreign language is a general education requirement. It may be satisfied by completing the third quarter (Language 3) in a foreign language at UCSB or an equivalent course at another college or university (students who elect this option must complete four additional units for graduation); achieving a satisfactory score on an SAT Subject Test in a foreign language; earning a score of 3 or better on a College Board AP exam in a foreign language; earning a score of 5 or higher on an IB Higher Level Exam in a foreign language; or completing the third year of one language in high school with a GPA of at least 2.0 for the thirdyear course; or demonstrating proficiency on a UCSB foreign language placement examination. In addition, the majors listed below require a higher level of study. Asian Studies Required: Two years (courses 1-6 or the equivalent) of Chinese, Japanese or Korean or another Asian language appropriate to area of concentration in the major. Students may also demonstrate proficiency by examination. Chicano and Chicana Studies Required: Spanish 3 or demonstration of equivalent proficiency. Chinese/Japanese Minimum three years required. Students may also demonstrate proficiency by examination. Classics Required: Elementary Greek (Greek 1, 2, 3) and Greek 100 (Greek Prose) and 101 (Greek Poetry); or Elementary Latin (Latin 1, 2, 3) and Latin 100 (Latin Prose) and 101 (Latin Poetry). Comparative Literature Required: To begin the major, students must be prepared for upper-division literature courses in the two languages of concentration. Preparation usually includes six quarters of lower-division work, or the equivalent, in one or two modern or ancient foreign languages such as Greek, Latin, French, German, Italian, Russian or Spanish. English Required: A fifth quarter (or equivalent) of any foreign language currently taught at UCSB, or other language by petition; or the third quarter (or equivalent) of a foreign language plus three upper-division courses of foreign literature in translation. Global Studies Required: Complete quarter 6 or equivalent (two years of university level) of a language,
plus an additional 12 units of upper-division work in the same language or 12 units of another language. Individual Major Individual majors sometimes require proficiency in a foreign language. Latin American and Iberian Studies Required: Intermediate Spanish (Spanish 6) or Intermediate Portuguese (Portuguese 6) or the equivalent (defined as knowledge as a native speaker or credit in courses requiring the same proficiency as Spanish 6 or Portuguese 6 at UCSB ); students may also demonstrate proficiency by examination. Linguistics Required: The sixth quarter of any foreign language plus the third quarter of a second foreign language from a different language family. Some emphases specify particular languages. Music Required: The sixth quarter, or the equivalent, in French, German or Italian; or the third quarter in each of two of the listed languages. Political Science (International Relations) Required: A fifth quarter of a foreign language or the equivalent. Renaissance Studies Required: A reading knowledge of Latin and a modern European language will be necessary at the graduate level but are not required for the major. Students may demonstrate proficiency by examination.
Santa Cruz
Listed below are the foreign language requirements and recommendations for majors and minors at UC Santa Cruz. Chemistry Recommended: To graduate with a B.S. in chemistry with American Chemical Society certification, reading knowledge of German. Classical Studies Required: The major requires the lowerdivision sequence in elementary Greek or Latin (Greek 1 and 2 or Latin 1 and 2), and at least three upper-division courses in Greek or Latin The minor requires the lower-division sequence in elementary Greek or Latin (Greek 1 and 2 or Latin 1 and 2) and at least one upper-division course in Greek or Latin (Greek 100 or Latin 100). German Studies Required: Competency to German 5 (or the equivalent) is a prerequisite for all upperdivision courses taught in German and for the German Studies major. Students are
encouraged to take German 1 through 5 as early as possible in their academic program. A minimum of five of the 10 required courses for the major must be taught in German or principally through Germanlanguage texts. Recommended: Students are strongly encouraged to spend a period of time in residence in Germany through the UC Education Abroad Program to further enrich the program of study and assure a command of the language. Global Economics Required: Two years of university-level language courses or the equivalent level of competence. Health Sciences Required: Completion of Spanish 1-4, or the equivalent, and one quarter of Spanish 5M, Medical Spanish. History Recommended: Proficiency in a foreign language is strongly recommended for all history students and is essential for those who plan to pursue graduate studies in history. Italian Studies Required: Students must complete the lower-division language sequence (Italian 16). Of the 10 courses required for the major, at least five must be taught principally in Italian or through Italian language texts read in the original. Up to five courses may be approved as elective credit from EAPs yearlong study abroad in Italy. Jewish Studies Recommended: Jewish Studies strongly recommends that two of the minor requirements be completed through Hebrew language courses. Students, especially those who plan to continue their studies in graduate school, may wish to gain proficiency in Yiddish, German or Spanish, depending on their area of interest. Language Studies Required: Competence in one language equivalent to two years of college-level study. Students may choose from Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Modern Hebrew, Russian and Spanish. Chinese and Japanese require a third year of study. Latin American and Latino Studies Required: LALS majors are expected to learn to speak, read and write Spanish or Portuguese, and to use these skills on a regular basis in their upper-division academic work. Majors must take at least two upper-division courses taught in Spanish or Portuguese. Before taking upper-division coursework taught in the language, students must
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demonstrate proficiency in Spanish equivalent to the completion of Spanish 6 or 56 or Spanish for Spanish Speakers 63. Students who wish to pursue Portuguese may take the Portuguese 1A/1B or 60A/60B series. Students who have achieved fluency in Spanish or Portuguese through life experience may be exempt from this coursework after demonstration of their proficiency. In addition to Latin American and Latino Studies and affiliated department course offerings, the required two upperdivision courses taught in Spanish or Portuguese may be fulfilled through study abroad with prior approval by Latin American and Latino Studies. Students may also pursue internship or field study opportunities to satisfy one of the two required upper-division courses taught in Spanish or Portuguese; however, at least one of the two courses must be fulfilled in a classroom setting. Upper-division Portuguese courses are currently not offered at UCSC and must be taken elsewhere. Linguistics Required: Competence either in one language attained by two years of college study or by successfully passing a standard proficiency exam or in mathematics, demonstrated by passing two suitable courses. Literature Required: The standard Literature major requires one year (three quarters or equivalent) of college-level study of a non-English language or demonstrated reading ability at this level. For the intensive Literature major, in addition to the standard Literature major requirement, students must complete at least two upper-division courses in a secondlanguage literature studied in the original language. In many languages, two years of college-level study (or comparable ability) are needed before a student is prepared to enter an upper-division course. In a few languages (Greek, Latin, Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs), less time is needed for this purpose. Music Required: Music majors whose instrument is voice are required to take French 1, German 1 and Italian 1 for the B.Mus. degree. Recommended: Proficiency in a foreign language pertinent to the students research area is strongly recommended for those planning graduate study in music.
UC Graduation Requirements
The Writing Requirement
All UC undergraduates must demonstrate proficiency in writing. They may meet the Entry-Level Writing Requirement in any of the following ways: Score 680 or higher on the Writing section of the SAT Reasoning Test; Score 30 or higher on the ACT Combined English/Writing test; Score 3 or higher on the College Board Advanced Placement Examination in English (Language or Literature); Score 5 or higher on the International Baccalaureate Higher Level Examination in English (Language A only); Score 6 or higher on the International Baccalaureate Standard Level Examination in English (Language A); Complete with a grade of C or better an acceptable college course in English composition worth 4 quarter or 3 semester units; Achieve a passing score on the UC Analytical Writing Placement Examination, given in the spring every year; Complete an appropriate English course at the University with a grade of C or better. The University offers the Analytical Writing Placement Examination each spring at test centers throughout the state for students who plan to enroll in the University the following fall. California residents who will enter the University as freshmen in fall 2011 must take the exam if they have not otherwise satisfied the requirement. Students receive detailed information about the exam in April. Students must pay a nonrefundable fee of $90 to cover test administration costs. They may pay by credit card, check or money order. Those who received admission application fee waivers will automatically have the fee waived for the Analytical Writing Placement Examination. Students who are not from California may take the exam in the fall after enrolling at the University. Writing requirement online Comprehensive information about the Entry-Level Writing Requirement and the Analytical Writing Placement Examination is available online at www.ucop.edu/elwr.
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Special Programs
he University recognizes and values the intellectual and cultural contributions of a student population that encompasses the diversity of the people of California. To support its commitment to diversity, the University provides special services to students from educationally disadvantaged and low-income backgrounds. Special educational programs and support services are available to help middle school and high school students and students transferring to UC from community colleges, as well as students already enrolled at the University. Academic enrichment programs, such as the Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), the Puente Project and Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) , help educationally disadvantaged students prepare for UC admission by offering services to strengthen academic skills and test preparation, guide high school course selection and explain the admissions and financial aid application process. Once enrolled at UC, students may participate in services that help them make the transition to University life, including Summer Bridge programs, orientations, personal counseling, academic advising and academic skills development programs.
To be considered for EOP, prospective students must complete the appropriate items on the UC admission application. In the personal statement, student should discuss their interest in eop and the reasons they would like to be considered. Students are encouraged to elaborate on factors that demonstrate a low-income and/or disadvantaged background, including experiences and circumstances that may have adversely affected their ability to achieve full potential. Students should submit the application during the regular UC application filing period.
uc merced
Office of Admissions 5200 N. Lake Road Merced, CA 95343 (209) 228-4682
uc riVerside
Office of Undergraduate Admissions 3106 Student Services Building University of California Riverside, CA 92521 E-mail: discover@ucr.edu (951) 827-4531
Frances Calvin, (951) 827-4695 director Early Academic Development Programs J100 Bannockburn Village University of California Riverside, CA 92521 E-mail: frances.calvin@ucr.edu
uc san dieGo
Office of Admissions and (858) 534-4831 Relations with Schools 455 Student Services Center Mail: 9500 Gilman Drive, Dept. 0021 La Jolla, CA 92093-0021 E-mail: admissionsreply@ucsd.edu
uc san francisco
Center for Science Education (415) 514-2132 and Outreach 1855 Folsom Street Mission Center Building, Room 548 University of California San Francisco, CA 94143-0934
uc santa barbara
Educational Opportunity (805) 893-4758 Program Lupe N. Garcia, Director Student Resource Building, Second Floor University of California Santa Barbara, CA 93106-7170 E-mail: lupe.garcia@sa.ucsb.edu
academic ability and promise despite a lowincome or educationally disadvantaged background. Programs and services offered to EOP participants vary from campus to campus, but are similar to those described above. EOP is open to students who meet the Universitys regular admission requirements. In addition, at some campuses special assistance may be available through EOP to students who do not meet the regular admission requirements, but who can demonstrate the ability and potential to succeed at the University. (See description of Admission by Exception on page 12.) EOP applicants must be residents of California or Native Americans from any state. Students who have participated in other programs that serve low-income or disadvantaged students, such as Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) or Upward Bound, do not automatically qualify for EOP. In turn, if a student was ineligible for programs such as EOPS or Upward Bound, he or she may still be eligible for the Universitys EOP program.
uc daVis
Educational Opportunity Program Admissions Undergraduate Admissions University of California One Shields Avenue Davis, CA 95616-8507 (530) 752-2971
uc santa cruz
Educational Opportunity Programs Pablo Reguerin ARC Building University of California Santa Cruz, CA 95064 E-mail: eop@ucsc.edu Michael McCawley, Associate director Office of Admissions 150 Hahn Student Services University of California Santa Cruz, CA 95064 E-mail: mikemc@ucsc.edu (831) 459-2296
uc irVine
Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools 260 Aldrich Hall University of California Irvine, CA 92697-1075 (949) 824-6703
(831) 459-2374
ucla
Charles Alexander, (310) 206-1551 Associate Vice Provost, Student diversity, and director Academic Advancement Program 1232 Campbell Hall University of California Los Angeles, CA 90095 E-mail: calexander@college.ucla.edu John Hamilton, (310) 206-2912 director AAP Outreach, New Student Programs 1230 Campbell Hall E-mail: jhamilton@college.ucla.edu
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ell in advance of applying for admission, students and their families should investigate the financial aspects of attending the University, including probable expenses and available financial aid programs. The chart at right provides estimates of the average costs for a California-resident undergraduate living in a University residence hall during the 201011 academic year (three quarters or two semesters). Although Universitywide educational and registration fees are uniform, total costs vary from one UC campus to another due to differences in individual campus fees and living expenses in the area where the campus is located. The numbers provided here are averages.
Fees* Books and Supplies Health Insurance Allowance/Fee Room and Board Personal/Transportation total estimated costs
Required Fees
The estimated average Universitywide total fees of $11,285 for 201011 in the chart include educational, registration and campus fees. Actual fees for 201011 and 201112 may be higher. Individual campus fees support activities and services such as the associated students, student union, recreation center, transportation and student health center. Students are expected to pay required fees during registration prior to the beginning of each term. All campuses offer either deferred payment plans that allow students to pay fees in installments during the term, or accept payment by credit card. As parents and students investigate the costs of attending the University, especially specific fees and expenses at each campus, they can turn to sources including the campus General Catalogs, websites and financial aid publications. The campus financial aid office can provide information about fees and expenses that apply to specific students in particular programs.
Nonresident Tuition
Students who cannot qualify as California residents must pay nonresident tuition and additional fees to attend the University. For 201011, nonresidents were charged $22,879 in addition to the approximately $11,285 charged to California residents. Actual fees for 201011 and 201112 may be higher. To be considered a California resident for purposes of tuition and fees, an undergraduate student under the age of 24 without at least one parent who qualifies as a California resident must: Be able to document that he or she has lived in California for more than one
year preceding the residence determination date (the day instruction begins at the last UC campus to open in the fall each year); Relinquish residence in other states; Demonstrate an intent to establish residency in California; and Demonstrate financial independence. Students are financially independent for tuition and fee purposes if they were not declared as exemptions on anyone elses income taxes for at least the two preceding tax years and if they have been totally selfsufficient and their annual earnings were sufficient to pay for their educational and living expenses for two full years prior to the term they seek to be classified as residents. Other undergraduate students who qualify as financially independent include those who can document that they: Are 24 years old by Dec. 31 of the year they seek to be classified as residents; Are veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces; Are married or a registered domestic partner and were not claimed as an income tax deduction by anyone except a spouse or registered domestic partner for the one tax year preceding the term they seek to be classified as residents; Have dependents other than a spouse; Are orphans or wards of the court. This description of residency policy is not complete. Students should contact the residency deputy at the campus where they plan to enroll for more complete and authoritative information. The requirements for financial aid and California residency for purposes of tuition and fees differ, and student qualifications for each are determined separately. uc nonresident tuition exemption (ab 540) Certain nonresident students who attended a high school in California for at least three years and graduated from a California high school may be eligible for an exemption from the UC nonresident
tuition described above. Nonresident students include undocumented and domestic students who, for various reasons, are classified as nonresidents. Students who fulfill the qualifications but who dont have a lawful immigration status must certify that they are taking steps to legalize their immigration status or will do so as soon as they are eligible. Students who are nonimmigrants, including international F-1 students, are not eligible for this exemption. For additional information on eligibility and the application process for this UC tuition exemption, see www. universityofcalifornia.edu/educators/counselors/ resources/materials/ETS10/ETS10_ AB540_ final.pdf. residence status at other institutions Students with California-residence status for fee purposes at other colleges in the state are not guaranteed residence status for tuition purposes at UC. Contact the campus residency deputy for more information.
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Financing a UC education Financial support Programs
Grants Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan University of California Grant Pell Grant Cal Grants Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) TEACH Grant Scholarships Need-Based Scholarships Honorary Scholarships Loans Perkins Loan Program Stafford Loan Program Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) University Loans Student Employment
Financing a UC Education
UC is committed to making it possible for all academically eligible students to attend, regardless of their economic circumstances, and demonstrates this commitment with a strong financial aid program. Nearly twothirds of UC undergraduates receive some form of financial aid, including grants, loans, scholarships and work-study. In 200809, the average award was more than $11,100. In most cases, UC students, their parents and the University work together to finance their education. Each has a role to play: Parents: Parents of students under the age of 24 are generally expected to contribute toward the cost of their childs college education. Using federal guidelines, the University analyzes information provided on the financial aid application about parental income, assets and household size to determine the size of this contribution. Parents with particularly low incomes have an expected contribution of zero. Student: The University expects all financial aid recipients to help cover the costs of their education through a combination of working and borrowing. UCs aid program is designed, however, to limit the need to work and borrow to reasonable levels. Grant funding should be adequate to limit 1) the need to work while enrolled to no more than 20 hours per week, and 2) the need to borrow so that payments are manageable given the average expected earnings of a UC graduate. Scholarship awards can reduce the need to work and borrow.
The University: The University administers grant programs that provide gift assistance from a variety of sources for financially eligible students. If grants from federal and state sources are inadequate to keep the need to work and borrow at reasonable levels, the University provides students with its own grant assistance. To evaluate a students eligibility for financial aid, UC looks at the cost of attendance and the expected contributions from parents and students. If costs exceed the expected contributions, the University turns to other resources to help cover the costs. For a better sense of how families in various financial situations might finance a UC education, see the chart below. Also visit www. universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/finaid where you will find links to campus financial aid calculators.
applying for Financial aid and scholarships the Free application for Federal student aid (FaFsa) supporting documents independent status Checklist
Grants
Eligibility for federal, state and University grants is based on family financial circumstances and the cost of attendance. Grants do not have to be repaid. blue and Gold opportunity plan California-resident students whose family income is
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less than $70,000 a year and who qualify for financial aid will have their systemwide fees covered by grants for their first four years at UC (two years if theyre transfer students). Students who qualify for additional aid will receive grants to help with other expenses such as books, housing and transportation. Blue and Gold funds are a combination of the grants below. Students who dont qualify for the Blue and Gold program should still apply for financial aid. They may be eligible for one or more of these. university of california Grant Each UC campus offers University of California Grants to financially needy undergraduates ranging from about $100 to several thousand dollars per year. pell Grant The Pell Grant is a federal grant for undergraduates with exceptional financial need. For 201011, the grants award up to $5,550 per year. (Students who have already received a bachelors degree and international students are not eligible for the Pell Grant.) cal Grants The California Student Aid Commission awards Cal Grants to eligible California residents attending a four-year college or university in California. Depending on the type of Cal Grant a student receives the Cal Grant A or Cal Grant A Community College Reserve Scholarship, Cal Grant B or Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement the money can be used for tuition, room and board, and school supplies. For 201011, the maximum Cal Grant A award for UC students is $10,302. The freshman Cal Grant B award is $1,551 and the sophomore, junior and senior-year award is $11,853. supplemental educational opportunity Grant (seoG) The University administers the federal SEOG for undergraduates who demonstrate exceptional financial need. All eligible financial aid applicants who completed the FAFSA by March 2 are considered for a SEOG . The grants may range from $100 to a few thousand dollars per year. teach Grant Grants of up to $4,000 per year (total of $16,000 as an undergraduate) are available to all students, regardless of income, who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are planning to become teachers and are willing to teach full time for four years in schools that are specified as serving disadvantaged populations or are located in areas that have a shortage of highly qualified teachers, and are prepared to teach in high-need fields such as bilingual education, foreign languages, mathematics or science.
FinanCiaL aid and sCHoLarsHiPs
scholarships
UC awards a variety of scholarships in recognition of academic achievement and potential. The scholarship amount depends on the particular program and, in some cases, on the financial resources available to the student. Scholarships do not have to be repaid. Most UC campuses offer Regents and Alumni scholarships. In addition, each campus administers a wide variety of scholarships, endowed by private individuals, which are available only to students who meet specific requirements. need-based scholarships Need-basedscholarships are awarded to outstanding students who are eligible for financial aid. These may cover anything from a portion of the students financial need to a stipend covering the students full financial need. In most cases, campuses require that students file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA). (See page 65.) honorary scholarships Students with outstanding academic records should be encouraged to apply for honorary scholarships, regardless of their financial status. Honorary scholarships range from $300 to several thousand dollars annually.
loans
The University administers a number of loan programs to assist students and parents with college costs. Most federal student loans offer fixed interest rates and must be repaid over a period of several years, beginning six to nine months after the student stops attending school or ceases to be at least a half-time student. Federal loans available to students from low- and moderate-income families include Perkins loans and subsidized Stafford loans. Unsubsidized Stafford loans are available to students at any income level who are U.S. citizens and permanent residents. The PLUS
program (Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students) provides qualifying parents with the means to finance their expected contribution. perkins loan program This federal loan program is administered by the University. Repayment at 5 percent interest begins nine months after the student ceases to attend school at least half time. stafford loan program Under the Stafford loan program, students may take out federally insured loans from the federal government. Repayment begins six months after the student graduates, withdraws or attends school less than half time. Students who demonstrate financial need are eligible for the subsidized Stafford loan; interest rates for undergraduates borrowing subsidized Stafford loans is 4.5 percent for 201011. The federal government pays the interest that accrues while the student is in school. Unsubsidized Stafford loans are available to students whether or not they also qualify for need-based loans; the interest rates will be 6.8 percent. The student is responsible for the interest that accrues while he or she is attending school; however, payment of interest may be deferred until after the student graduates, withdraws or attends school less than half time. If interest is deferred, it is added to the principal, increasing the amount on which future interest is calculated. parent loans for undergraduate students (plus) PLUS loans are federally insured loans made to parents of dependent students. Borrowers must file a FAFSA and must not have evidence of adverse credit; a supplemental credit application is required. The 201011 interest rate for PLUS loans will be 7.9 percent. The borrower can defer payment of all interest and principal while the student is in school or request interest-only payments during this time. university loans Some UC campuses offer University loans. The interest rate ranges from 5 to 9 percent, depending on the campus. Repayment usually begins six to nine months after the borrower ceases to be at least a half-time student. Some campuses also offer
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student emploYment
Employment opportunities are available at all UC campuses for students eligible to work in the United States. Each campus has an office that maintains listings of on- and off-campus job opportunities and provides assistance to students looking for work. Students who qualify for financial aid also may be eligible for federal work-study employment.
Grants, visit the California Student Aid Commission website (www.csac.ca.gov). Students interested in obtaining Stafford loans must also file the FAFSA , although they do not need to demonstrate financial need for an unsubsidized loan. If a student has filed for financial aid while in community college, he or she may be able to file the shorter renewal form online by logging into the FAFSA website at www.fafsa. ed.gov and choosing Fill out a renewal FAFSA. The FAFSA is available online (www. fafsa.ed.gov).
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applicants for honorary scholarships Submit the UC application for admission and scholarships during the priority filing period. Provide required supporting documents by campus deadlines. applicants for financial aid and need-based scholarships Submit the UC application for admission and scholarships during the priority filing period. Provide required supporting documents for scholarship consideration by campus deadlines. File the FAFSA and GPA Verification Form Jan. 1March 2, 2011. Provide required supporting documents for financial aid consideration by campus deadlines.
supportinG documents
Applicants for financial aid should be aware that independent students and parents of dependent students may be required to submit a signed copy of their federal income tax returns to verify the information provided on the FAFSA . A student who has attended another college or university may be required to have the financial aid office at that school submit a financial aid transcript to the financial aid office at the UC campus he or she plans to attend.
independent Status
The financial aid office at each UC campus uses the information provided on the FAFSA to determine whether an applicant is dependent on his or her parents, or is independent (self-supporting) for financial aid purposes. Parents of dependent students are expected to contribute to their childs educational expenses. The same definition of independence is used for University programs, Cal Grant programs and federal programs. The definition grants independent status to students who meet one of the following conditions: Are graduate or professional school students; Are orphans or wards of the court; Are veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces; Are married (the state of California and the University of California but not the federal government treat students as married if they are in a registered domestic partnership); Have legal dependents other than a spouse; or Are 24 years or older by Dec. 31, 2011. Students who do not meet one of the above conditions and wish to be classified as independent will have to provide proof of their self-supporting status. Consult with a financial aid officer about this issue.
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Undergraduate Majors
he undergraduate degree programs the University offers are listed by discipline and by campus on the following pages. The indented listings are areas of specialization within the major. For complete information about academic programs, please refer to the campus General Catalogs. Majors are listed under the discipline with which they are most often associated. The discipline categories are as follows: 66 agriculture, natural resources and environmental studies
Chemistry, B.A. Environmental Economics and Policy, B.A. Environmental Sciences, B.A.
college of natural resources
Ecological Management and Restoration, B.S. Entomology, B.S. Environmental Horticulture and Urban Forestry, B.S.
Floriculture/Nursery Landscape Management/Turf Plant Biodiversity/Restoration Urban Forestry
Biological Sciences, A.B., B.S. Evolution, Ecology and Biodiversity, A.B., B.S. Plant Biology, A.B., B.S.
college of engineering
67 architectural and environmental design and Planning 67 art applied, Fine, Performing and art History 67 Biological and Life sciences 68 Business and management 69 Communication 69 engineering and Computer science 70 ethnic and area studies 71 Food, nutrition and Consumer sciences 71 Foreign Language and Literature 71 Health Professions 72 Humanities 72 individual majors 72 mathematics 73 Physical sciences 73 social sciences 74 special Programs
Conservation and Resource Studies, B.S. Environmental Economics and Policy, B.S. Environmental Sciences, B.S. Forestry and Natural Resources, B.S. Genetics and Plant Biology, B.S. Microbial Biology, B.S. Molecular Environmental Biology, B.S.
Animal Health and Behavior Biodiversity Ecology Environment and Human Health Insect Biology Microbiology
Environmental Toxicology, B.S. Fiber and Polymer Science, B.S. Food Science, B.S.
Brewing (Fermentation) Science Consumer Food Science Food Biochemistry Food Biology/Microbiology Food Business and Management Food Chemistry Food Technology
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school of physical sciences
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college of agricultural and environmental sciences
Agricultural and Environmental Education, B.S. Animal Biology, B.S. Animal Science, B.S.
Animal Science With a Disciplinary Focus Aquatic Animals Avian Sciences Companion and Captive Animals Equine Science Laboratory Animals Livestock and Dairy Poultry
Chemistry, B.S. Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution, B.S. Environmental Science, B.S. Geography/Environmental Studies, B.A. merced
school of engineering
Viticulture and Enology, B.S. Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology, B.S.
Behavioral Ecology Conservation Biology Ecotoxicology and Disease Ecology Fisheries Biology Individualized Specialization Physiological Ecology Population Dynamics Wildlife Biology Wildlife Damage Management
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college of letters and science
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college of creative studies
Design, A.B.
Exhibition Interior Architecture Textile and Fashion Design Visual Communication
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school of social ecology
san dieGo Environmental Chemistry, B.A., B.S. Environmental Systems (Earth Sciences), B.S. Environmental Systems (Ecology, Behavior and Evolution), B.S. Environmental Systems (Environmental Chemistry), B.S. Environmental Systems (Environmental Policy), B.A. santa barbara
college of letters and science
Music, B.A.
(Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Composition, Education, Euphonium, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone [classical], String Bass, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Voice)
Architectural Studies, B.A. san dieGo Urban Studies and Planning, B.A.
Music, B.M.
(Accompanying, Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Composition, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Guitar, Oboe, Percussion, Piano, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Voice)
Theater, B.A.
Design Directing Playwriting Theater and Community Theater and Performance Studies
Chemistry, B.A., B.S. Environmental Studies, B.A., B.S. Hydrologic Sciences and Policy, B.S.
Biology and Ecology Physical and Chemical Policy
santa cruz Environmental Studies, B.A. Environmental Studies/Biology, B.A. Environmental Studies/ Earth Sciences, B.A. Environmental Studies/ Economics, B.A. Plant Sciences, B.S.
Art, History of, B.A. Art, Practice of, B.A. Dance and Performance Studies, B.A. Dutch Studies, B.A. Film and Media Studies, B.A. Music, B.A. Theater and Performance Studies, B.A. daVis
college of letters and science
Theater, B.F.A.
Acting
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college of humanities, arts, and social sciences
Art (Studio), B.A. Art History, B.A. Art History/Administrative Studies, B.A. Art History/Religious Studies, B.A.
Asian Concentration Student-designed Comparative Concentration Western Concentration
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claire trevor school of the arts
Ecological Management and Restoration, B.S. Environmental Horticulture and Urban Forestry, B.S.
Floriculture/Nursery Landscape Management/Turf Plant Biodiversity/Restoration Urban Forestry
Chemistry, B.A. Integrative Biology, B.A. Molecular and Cell Biology, B.A.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Cell and Developmental Biology Genetics, Genomics and Development Immunology Neurobiology
san dieGo Dance, B.A. Music, B.A. Music/Humanities, B.A. Music/Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts, B.A. Theatre, B.A. Visual Arts (Art History/Theory/ Criticism), B.A. Visual Arts (Media), B.A. Visual Arts (Studio), B.A. Visual Arts/Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts, B.A.
Genetics and Plant Biology, B.S. Microbial Biology, B.S. Molecular Environmental Biology, B.S.
Animal Health and Behavior Biodiversity Ecology Environment and Human Health Insect Biology Microbiology
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college of agricultural and environmental sciences
Agricultural and Environmental Education, B.S. Animal Biology, B.S. Animal Science, B.S.
Animal Science With a Disciplinary Focus Aquatic Animals Avian Sciences Companion and Captive Animals Equine Science Laboratory Animals Livestock and Dairy Poultry
Evolution, Ecology and Biodiversity, A.B., B.S. Exercise Biology, A.B., B.S. Genetics, B.S. Microbiology, A.B., B.S. Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior, B.S. Plant Biology, A.B., B.S.
college of letters and science
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college of humanities, arts, and social sciences
Cognitive Science, B.S. Ecology and Evolution, B.S. Environmental Studies/Biology, B.A. Human Biology, B.S. Marine Biology, B.S. Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology, B.S. Neuroscience, B.S. Plant Sciences, B.S.
the jack baskin school of engineering
Bioengineering, B.S.
Bioelectronics Biomolecular Rehabilitation
Bioinformatics, B.S
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school of biological sciences
Biology, B.A., B.S. Entomology, B.A., B.S. Neuroscience, B.A., B.S. Plant Biology, B.A., B.S.
Ecology, Evolution, and Systematics Plant Cellular, Molecular, and Developmental Biology Plant Genetics, Breeding, and Biotechnology Plant Pathology, Nematology, and Pest Management
Clinical Nutrition, B.S. Ecological Management and Restoration, B.S. Entomology, B.S. Environmental Horticulture and Urban Forestry, B.S.
Floriculture/Nursery Landscape Management/Turf Plant Biodiversity/Restoration Urban Forestry
Biochemistry, B.S. Biology, B.S. Biophysics, B.S. Chemistry, B.S. Computational and Systems Biology, B.S. Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution, B.S. Marine Biology, B.S. Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics, B.S. Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology, B.S. Neuroscience, B.S. Physiological Science, B.S. Psychobiology, B.S. merced
school of engineering
Biochemistry and Cell Biology, B.S. Biology, General, B.S. Biology, Human, B.S. Biology With Specialization in Bioinformatics, B.S. Ecology, Behavior and Evolution, B.S. Microbiology, B.S. Molecular Biology, B.S. Physiology and Neuroscience, B.S. santa barbara
college of creative studies
Biology, B.A.
college of letters and science
Bioengineering, B.S.
school of natural sciences
Aquatic Biology, B.S. Biochemistry, B.S. Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, B.S. Biological Sciences, B.A., B.S. Biopsychology, B.S. Cell and Developmental Biology, B.S. Chemistry, B.A, B.S.. Ecology and Evolution, B.S. Microbiology, B.S. Pharmacology, B.S. Physiology, B.S. Zoology, B.S. santa cruz Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, B.S. Biology, B.A., B.S. Biology, B.A.
Bioeducation
interdisciplinary studies
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, B.S. Biological Sciences, A.B., B.S. Cell Biology, B.S.
los anGeles
college of letters and science
Physics, B.S.
Biophysics
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school of social sciences, humanities and arts
Bioengineering and Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Civil Engineering, B.S.
Engineering and Project Management Environmental Engineering Geoengineering Structural Engineering Transportation
Actuarial Science, B.S. Economics, B.A. Economics and Accounting, B.A. Financial Mathematics and Statistics, B.S. santa cruz Business Management Economics, B.A.
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Nuclear Engineering, B.S. Engineering Science Programs B.S.
Computational Engineering Science Engineering Mathematics and Statistics Engineering Physics Environmental Engineering Science
Communication
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college of letters and science
Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, B.S. Manufacturing Engineering, B.S. Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Materials Science and Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, B.S. Materials Science and Engineering and Nuclear Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering and Nuclear Engineering, B.S. Nuclear Engineering, B.S..
college of letters and science
Biotechnology, B.S.
Animal Biotechnology Bioinformatics Fermentation/Microbiology Biotechnology Plant Biotechnology
Communication, B.A.
college of engineering
interdisciplinary studies
Chemical Engineering, B.S. Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Chemical Engineering and Nuclear Engineering, B.S.
college of engineering
Mechanical Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Optical Science and Engineering, B.S.
college of letters and science
los anGeles
college of letters and science
Bioengineering, B.S.
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Chemical Engineering, B.S. Civil Engineering, B.S. Computer Science, B.S. Computer Science and Engineering, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Materials Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S. merced
school of engineering
Celtic Studies, B.A. Chicano Studies, B.A. Ethnic Studies, B.A. Gender and Womens Studies, B.A. Latin American Studies, B.A. Middle Eastern Studies, B.A. Native American Studies, B.A. Near Eastern Studies, B.A.
Ancient Egyptian and Near Eastern Art and Architecture Near Eastern Civilizations
los anGeles
college of letters and science
Bioengineering, B.S. Computer Science and Engineering, B.S. Environmental Engineering, B.S. Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
school of natural sciences
NanoEngineering, B.S.
Chemical Engineering NanoEngineering
santa barbara
college of creative studies
African American and African Studies, A.B. American Studies, A.B. Asian American Studies, A.B.
HumanitiesHistory/Culture HumanitiesLiterature/Culture Social ScienceAnthropology Social ScienceSociology/ Psychology
Afro-American Studies, B.A. American Indian Studies, B.A. Ancient Near Eastern Civilizations, B.A. Asian American Studies, B.A. Asian Humanities, B.A. Asian Religions, B.A. Chicana and Chicano Studies, B.A. East Asian Studies, B.A. European Studies, B.A. Iranian Studies, B.A. Jewish Studies, B.A. Latin American Studies, B.A.
Arts and Humanities Ecology and Environment Social Sciences
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the marlan and rosemary bourns college of engineering
Bioengineering, B.S. Bioengineering, B.S.+M.S. Business Informatics, B.S. Chemical Engineering, B.S.
Biochemical Engineering Bioengineering Chemical Engineering Nanotechnology
Chemical Engineering, B.S. Computer Engineering, B.S. Computer Science, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
college of letters and science
Linguistics, Applied, B.A. Linguistics and Anthropology, B.A. Middle Eastern and North African Studies, B.A. Southeast Asian Studies, B.A. Womens Studies, B.A.
school of the arts and architecture
East Asian Studies, A.B. Middle East/South Asia Studies, A.B. Native American Studies, A.B.
MexicoCentral America North American South American
Ethnomusicology, B.A.
Jazz Studies World Music
riVerside
college of humanities, arts, and social sciences
Chemical Engineering, B.S.+M.S. Computer Engineering, B.S. Computer Engineering, B.S.+M.S. Computer Science, B.S. Computer Science, B.S.+M.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S+M.S. Environmental Engineering, B.S.
Air Pollution Control Technology Water Pollution Control Technology
santa cruz
the jack baskin school of engineering
irVine
school of humanities
Bioengineering, B.S.
Bioelectronics Biomolecular Rehabilitation
African American Studies, B.A. Asian American Studies, B.A. East Asian Cultures, B.A. European Studies, B.A.
British Studies Early Modern Europe Encounters with the Non-European World French Studies German Studies Italian Studies Medieval Studies The Mediterranean World: Past and Present Modern Europe (1789 to Present) Russian Studies Spanish-Portuguese Studies
African American Studies, B.A. Asian American Studies, B.A. Asian Studies, B.A.
Comparative Asian Studies East Asian Studies
Environmental Engineering, B.S.+M.S. Materials Science and Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S.+M.S. san dieGo MathematicsComputer Science, B.A.
jacobs school of engineering
Chicano Studies, B.A. Ethnic Studies, B.A. Latin American Studies, B.A. Native American Studies, B.A. Womens Studies, B.A. san dieGo Chinese Studies, B.A Ethnic Studies, B.A. German Studies, B.A. Judaic Studies, B.A. Latin American Studies, B.A. Russian and Soviet Studies, B.A. Third World Studies, B.A. santa barbara
college of letters and science
Computer Science, B.A., B.S. Computer Science: Computer Game Design, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S.
Communications, Signals, Systems, and Controls Electronics/Optics
Bioengineering, B.S.
Bioengineering Bioengineering: Bioinformatics Bioengineering: Biotechnology
African American Studies, B.A. American Studies, B.A. Asian American Studies, B.A. Asian Studies, B.A.
China Japan
Asian American Studies, B.A. Asian Studies, B.A. Black Studies, B.A. Chicana and Chicano Studies, B.A. Feminist Studies, B.A. Latin American and Iberian Studies, B.A. Middle East Studies, B.A.
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los anGeles
college of letters and science
Spanish, B.A.
Cultural Studies Linguistics Literature
French, B.A.
Civilization Literature
Jewish Studies, B.A. Latin American and Latino Studies, B.A. Latin American and Latino Studies/ Global Economics, B.A. Latin American and Latino Studies/Politics, B.A. Latin American and Latino Studies/Sociology, B.A.
African Languages, B.A. Arabic, B.A. Central and East European Languages and Cultures, B.A. Chinese, B.A. Classical Civilization, B.A. Comparative Literature, B.A French, B.A.
French Studies Literature Interdisciplinary
Scandinavian, B.A.
Danish Norwegian Swedish
daVis
college of agricultural and environmental sciences
daVis
college of letters and science
Clinical Nutrition, B.S. Fiber and Polymer Science, B.S. Food Science, B.S.
Brewing (Fermentation) Science Consumer Food Science Food Biochemistry Food Biology/Microbiology Food Business and Management Food Chemistry Food Technology
French and Linguistics, B.A. German, B.A. Greek, B.A. Greek and Latin, B.A. Hebrew, B.A. Italian, B.A. Italian and Special Fields, B.A. Japanese, B.A. Korean, B.A. Latin, B.A. Linguistics and French, B.A. Linguistics and Italian, B.A. Linguistics and Scandinavian Languages, B.A. Linguistics and Spanish, B.A. Portuguese, B.A. Russian Language and Literature, B.A. Russian Studies, B.A. Scandinavian Languages and Cultures, B.A. Spanish, B.A. Spanish and Community and Culture, B.A. Spanish and Linguistics, B.A. Spanish and Portuguese, B.A. merced
school of social sciences, humanities and arts
san dieGo Italian Studies, B.A. Japanese Studies, B.A. Linguistics: Language Studies (Specialization in Individual Language), B.A. Literatures in English, B.A. Literature, French, B.A. Literature, German, B.A. Literature, Italian, B.A. Literature, Russian, B.A. Literature, Spanish, B.A. santa barbara
college of letters and science
Chinese, B.A.
Classical Chinese Mandarin Chinese
Classics, B.A.
Greek and Roman Culture Language and Literature
French, B.A. German, B.A. Italian Studies, B.A. Japanese, B.A. Linguistics, B.A.
Chinese Japanese Spanish
Portuguese, B.A. Slavic Languages and Literatures, B.A. Spanish, B.A. santa cruz German Studies, B.A. Italian Studies, B.A. Language Studies, B.A.
Chinese French German Italian Japanese Modern Hebrew Russian Spanish
Italian, A.B. Japanese, A.B. Middle East/South Asia Studies, A.B. Russian, A.B. Spanish, A.B. irVine
school of humanities
riVerside
college of humanities, arts, and social sciences
Classics, B.A.
Greek Latin
Classics, B.A.
Classical Civilizations Classical Languages Greek Latin
French, B.A. German Studies, B.A. Japanese Language and Literature, B.A. Korean Literature and Culture, B.A. Spanish, B.A.
Cinema: Spain, Latin America, and U.S. Latino Literature and Culture Spanish for Future Teachers
UndergradUate majors
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Undergraduate Majors
Health Professions
berKeleY
college of letters and science
los anGeles
college of letters and science
American Literature and Culture, B.A. Classical Civilization, B.A. English, B.A.
Creative Writing World Literature
Language, Culture, and Society, B.A. Latin American and Iberian Studies, B.A. Linguistics, B.A.
Chinese English French German Japanese Slavic Sociocultural Linguistics Spanish
Mathematics
berKeleY
college of letters and science
Humanities
berKeleY
college of letters and science
Linguistics, B.A. Linguistics, Applied, B.A. Linguistics and Anthropology, B.A. Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures, B.A. Linguistics and English, B.A. Linguistics and French, B.A. Linguistics and Italian, B.A. Linguistics and Philosophy, B.A. Linguistics and Psychology, B.A.. Linguistics and Spanish, B.A. Philosophy, B.A. Religion, Study of, B.A. merced
school of social sciences, humanities and arts
Religious Studies, B.A. Renaissance Studies, B.A. santa cruz Classical Studies, B.A. History, B.A.
Americas and Africa Asia and the Islamic World Europe
Classics, B.A.
Classical Civilizations
English, B.A. Linguistics, B.A. Philosophy, B.A. Religious Studies, B.A. Rhetoric, B.A. daVis
college of letters and science
irVine
school of physical sciences
Mathematics, B.S.
Applied and Computational Mathematics Mathematics for Economics Mathematics for Education Mathematics for Education/ Secondary Teaching Certication Statistics
riVerside
college of humanities, arts, and social sciences
Literature, B.A.
Creative Writing English-Language Literatures Modern Literary Studies Pre- and Early Modern Studies
English, A.B.
Creative Writing General Literature, Criticism and Theory Teaching
Classical Studies, B.A. Comparative Ancient Civilizations, B.A. Creative Writing, B.A. English, B.A. Linguistics, B.A. Philosophy, B.A. Philosophy/Law and Society, B.A. Religious Studies, B.A. san dieGo Classical Studies, B.A. Linguistics, B.A. Linguistics (Specialization in Cognition and Language), B.A. Linguistics (Specialization in Language and Society), B.A. Literature, Composite Major, B.A. Literature, Cultural Studies, B.A. Literature/Writing, B.A. Literatures in English, B.A. Literatures of the World, B.A. Philosophy, B.A. Religion, Study of, B.A. santa barbara
college of creative studies
Philosophy, B.A.
Religious Thought
los anGeles
college of letters and science
individual Majors
Individual majors are available upon petition after enrollment at all campuses as follows:
Film Studies, A.B. Linguistics, A.B. Medieval and Early Modern Studies, A.B. Philosophy, A.B. Religious Studies, A.B. Technocultural Studies, A.B. Womens Studies, A.B.
Disciplinary Thematic
berKeleY College of Letters and Science daVis College of Biological Sciences College of Letters and Science irVine Claire Trevor School of the Arts School of Humanities los anGeles College of Letters and Science School of the Arts and Architecture riVerside College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences san dieGo All Colleges except Sixth santa barbara College of Letters and Science
Mathematics/Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, B.S. Mathematics/Economics, B.S. Mathematics for Teaching, B.S. Mathematics of Computation, B.S. Statistics, B.S. merced
school of natural sciences
irVine
school of humanities
Physics, B.S.
Mathematical Physcics
Literature, B.A.
college of letters and science
riVerside
college of natural and agricultural sciences
Classics, B.A.
Archaeology Greek and Roman Culture
English, B.A.
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UndergradUate majors
Physics, B.S.
Atomic/Molecular/Optical Physics Biophysics Condensed Matter/Materials Physics Mathematical Physics
san dieGo Mathematics, B.A. Mathematics Applied, B.A. Mathematics Applied Science, B.A. Mathematics Scientic Computation, B.S. Mathematics Secondary Education, B.A. Probability & Statistics, B.S. santa barbara
college of creative studies
riVerside
college of natural and agricultural sciences
Geology, B.S.
General Geology Geobiology Geophysics Global Climate Change
Earth Sciences/Anthropology, B.A. Physics, B.S. Physics (Astrophysics), B.S. Physics Education, B.S.
Social Sciences
berKeleY
college of letters and science
Actuarial Science, B.S. Financial Mathematics and Statistics, B.S. Mathematical Sciences, B.S. Mathematics, B.A.
High School Teaching
Chemistry, B.S.
Biochemistry Chemistry Education (with Secondary Teaching Certication option)
Physics, B.S.
Applied Physics Astrophysics Biomedical Physics Computational Physics Philosophy of Physics Physics Education (with Secondary Teaching Certication option)
Physical Sciences
berKeleY
college of chemistry
los anGeles
college of letters and science
Operations Research and Management Science, B.A. Physical Sciences, B.A. Physics, B.A. daVis
college of agricultural and environmental sciences
Astrophysics, B.S. Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Environmental Sciences, B.S. Chemistry, B.S. Chemistry/Materials Science, B.S. Earth and Environmental Science, B.A. Geology, B.S. Geology Engineering Geology, B.S. Geology Paleobiology, B.S. Geophysics and Space Physics, B.S. Geophysics Applied Geophysics, B.S. Physics, B.A., B.S. merced
school of natural sciences
san dieGo Biochemistry/Chemistry, B.S. Chemical Education, B.S. Chemical Physics, B.S. Chemistry, B.S. Chemistry: Bioinformatics, B.S. Chemistry With Specialization in Earth Sciences, B.S. Earth Sciences , B.S. Pharmacological Chemistry, B.S. Physics, B.S. Physics/Biophysics, B.S. Physics, General, B.A. Physics, General/Secondary Education, B.A. Physics With Specialization in Astrophysics, B.S. Physics With Specialization in Computational Physics, B.S. Physics With Specialization in Earth Sciences, B.S. Physics With Specialization in Materials Physics, B.S. santa barbara
college of creative studies
Anthropology, B.A. Cognitive Science, B.A. Development Studies, B.A. Economics, B.A. Environmental Economics and Policy, B.A. Geography, B.A. History, B.A. Legal Studies, B.A. Peace and Conflict Studies, B.A. Political Economy, B.A. Political Science, B.A. Psychology, B.A. Social Welfare, B.A. Sociology, B.A.
college of natural resources
Agricultural and Environmental Education, B.S. Community and Regional Development, B.S.
Global Communities Organization and Management Policy, Planning and Social Services
Geophysics, B.S.
Earth and Planetary Science
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Undergraduate Majors
Communication, A.B. East Asian Studies, A.B. Economics, A.B. History, A.B. International Relations, A.B.
Global Environment, Health and Natural Resources Peace and Security Peoples and Nationalities World Trade and Development
Linguistics, Applied, B.A. Political Science, B.A. Psychology, B.A. Sociology, B.A. merced
school of natural sciences
Cognitive Science With Specialization in Human Cognition Cognitive Science With Specialization in Human Computer Interaction Cognitive Science With Specialization in Neuroscience
Linguistics, A.B. Middle East/South Asia Studies, A.B. Political Science, A.B. Political Science Public Service, A.B. Psychology, A.B., B.S.
Biology Mathematics
Anthropology, B.A. Cognitive Science, B.A., B.S. Economics, B.A. History, B.A.
United States History World History
irVine
college of health sciences
Criminology, Law and Society, B.A. Psychology and Social Behavior, B.A. Social Ecology, B.A. Urban Studies, B.A.
school of social sciences
Anthropology, B.A., B.S. Anthropology/Law and Society, B.A. Economics, B.A. Economics/Administrative Studies, B.A. Economics/Law and Society, B.A. Global Studies, B.A. History, B.A. History/Administrative Studies, B.A. History/Law and Society, B.A. Political Science, B.A. Political Science/Administrative Studies, B.A. Political Science/International Affairs, B.A. Political Science/Law and Society, B.A. Political Science/Public Service, B.A. Psychology, B.A., B.S. Psychology/Law and Society, B.A. Public Policy, B.A.
Economic Policy Health and Population Policy International and Foreign Policy Policy Institutions and Processes Social, Cultural, and Family Policy Urban/Environmental Policy
Critical Gender Studies, B.A. Economics, B.A. Economics and Mathematics (joint major), B.A. Environmental Chemistry, B.A., B.S. History, B.A. Human Development, B.A. International Studies Anthropology, B.A. International Studies Economics, B.A. International Studies History, B.A. International Studies Linguistics, B.A. International Studies Literature, B.A. International Studies Political Science, B.A. International Studies Sociology, B.A. Management Science, B.S. Mathematics and Economics (joint major), B.A. Political Science, B.A. Political Science: American Politics, B.A. Political Science: Comparative Politics, B.A. Political Science: International Relations, B.A. Political Science: Political Theory, B.A. Political Science: Public Law, B.A. Political Science: Public Policy, B.A. Psychology, B.A., B.S. Sociology, B.A. santa barbara
college of letters and science
santa cruz Anthropology, B.A. Cognitive Science, B.S. Economics, B.A. Economics/Mathematics, B.A. Global Economics, B.A. History, B.A.
Americas and Africa Asia and the Islamic World
Special Programs
berKeleY
college of letters and science
santa barbara
college of letters and science
International Studies, B.A. Political Science, B.A. Psychology, B.A. Social Science, B.A.
Public and Community Service Research and Social Policy
Sociology, B.A., B.S. Sociology/Administrative Studies, B.A., B.S. Sociology/Law and Society, B.A., B.S. san dieGo Anthropology (Archaeology), B.A. Anthropology (Biological Anthropology), B.A. Anthropology (Sociocultural Anthropology), B.A. Cognitive Science, B.A., B.S.
Cognitive Science With Specialization in Clinical Aspects of Cognition Cognitive Science With Specialization in Computation
Anthropology, B.A., B.S. Cognitive Science, B.S. Economics, B.A. Geography, B.A. Geography/Environmental Studies, B.A. Global Studies, B.A. History, B.A. International Development Studies, B.A.
Geography, Physical B.S. Global Studies, B.A. History, B.A. History of Public Policy, B.A. Political Science, B.A.
International Relations Public Service
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Berkeley
University of California Berkeley, CA 94720 (510) 642-6000 tty (510) 642-9900 www.berkeley.edu
underGraduate admissions
642-3175
Office of Undergraduate Advising College of Letters and Science 113 Campbell Hall #2924, 94720-2924 Web: ls.berkeley.edu
colleGe of natural resources
642-1827
260 Cesar Chavez Student Ctr. #4250 642-0518 94720-4250 (TTY) 642-6376 Fax: (510) 643-9686 Web: dsp.berkeley.edu
financial aid
Undergraduate Program S450 Student Services Building #1900, 94720-1900 Web: haas.berkeley.edu/Undergrad
Davis
University of California One Shields Avenue Davis, CA 95616 (530) 752-1011 tty (530) 752-6446 www.ucdavis.edu
underGraduate admissions
642-6442
642-4108
642-3175
100 Cesar Chavez Student Ctr. #4260 642-4257 94720-4260 Web: trsp.berkeley.edu
reGistrar
642-5990
Web: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
information for prospectiVe transfer students
Web: uctransfer.universityofcalifornia.edu
information for prospectiVe students from other countries
119 Cesar Chavez Student Ctr. #4210 642-7224 94720-4210 Web: slas.berkeley.edu
underGraduate scholarships
752-2390
642-6363
Information about financial aid and how to finance a UC education Web: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/ paying.html
education abroad proGram
642-5215
752-3639
TTY 752-5149
6950 Hollister Ave., Suite 200 Goleta, CA 93117 www.eap.ucop.edu The Universitywide Office of Education Abroad Program (eap), a division of the UC Office of the President, establishes and operates eap programs and coordinates eap administration systemwide from its headquarters in Goleta.
752-2804
Undergraduate Majors Office 420 Latimer Hall #1460 94720-1460 Web: chemistry.berkeley.edu
colleGe of enGineerinG
752-3184
TTY 752-6833
752-8111
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reGistrar
824-4636
Web: www.registrar.ucla.edu
tour information
825-1091
752-2200
Web: www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog
colleGe of letters and science
824-3500
Web: www.college.ucla.edu
henrY samueli school of enGineerinG and applied science
Adeli Duron, Program Coodinator G301 Student Center 92697-5125 Web: www.students.uci.edu/veteran additional resources
General cataloG UCI Bookstore
Web: www.engineer.ucla.edu
school of the arts and architecture
Web: www.arts.ucla.edu
school of nursinG
UC Davis Bookstore, Memorial Union (Purchased in-store, $5; purchased at bookstore. ucdavis.edu, $12.40, within California) Web: registrar.ucdavis.edu/UCDWebCatalog
underGraduate academic proGrams
Web: www.nursing.ucla.edu
school of theater, film and teleVision
210B Student Center, 92697-1550 Call (949) 824-2665 for current pricing. Web: www.book.uci.edu
transfer admission Guarantee
Web: www.tft.ucla.edu
honors proGrams
Web: www.college.ucla.edu/up/honors
Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools 260 Aldrich Hall Web: www.admissions.uci.edu/tag.html
the campusWide honors proGram
Merced
University of California 5200 N. Lake Road Merced, CA 95343 (209) 228-4400 www.ucmerced.edu
office of admissions information for 228-4682 prospectiVe students
824-5461
Irvine
University of California Irvine, CA 92697 (949) 824-5011 tty 824-6272 www.uci.edu
admissions and relations With schools
A Division of Undergraduate Education Program 2200 Student Services II 824-1142 92697-1850 Web: www.transfercounseling.uci.edu
824-6703
Los Angeles
University of California Los Angeles, CA 90095 (310) 825-4321 www.ucla.edu
underGraduate admissions and relations With schools
housinG
228-4663
824-7494
TTY 824-6272
824-8262
825-3101
228-2734
228-7178
G459 Student Center On Campus Housing Off Campus Housing 92697-6175 Web: www.housing.uci.edu
international admission specialist
824-6811 824-7247
Web: www.cho.ucla.edu
housinG, on-campus and uniVersitY apartments
825-4491
228-6316 (toll-free in CA) (866) 270-7301 E-mail: tours@ucmerced.edu Web: tours.ucmerced.edu 228-4682 E-mail: transfer@ucmerced.edu IM screen name: Transfer2UCM additional resources
Web: www.housing.ucla.edu
international admission specialist
206-7011 825-3101
824-6703
General cataloG
824-6124
Web: www.osd.ucla.edu
Web: registrar.ucmerced.edu
booKstore
Web: bookstore.ucmerced.edu
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Riverside
University of California Riverside, CA 92521 (951) 827-1012 www.ucr.edu
admissions application serVices
transfer admission Guarantee 827-5307 3249 Student Services Building Web: www.my.ucr.edu/admissions/Pages/Special. aspx#tag
ucsd booKstore
Web: bookstore.ucsd.edu
San Francisco
University of California San Francisco, CA 94143 (415) 476-9000 www.ucsf.edu
reGistrar
827-3411
San Diego
University of California 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA 92093 (858) 534-2230 www.ucsd.edu
admissions and relations With schools
827-4531
476-8280
827-TOUR (827-8687)
Student Services Center, 4th Floor 534-4831 92093-0021 TTY 822-1699 Recorded information 822-5669 E-mail: admissionsreply@ucsd.edu Web: admissions.ucsd.edu, internationaladmissions.ucsd.edu
earlY childhood education center
476-1616
476-2310 502-4460
246-0900
534-4480
476-1773
534-3670
Office of Student Life Voice/TTY 476-4318 MU 126W, Box 0376 Web: saa.ucsf.edu/osl/dss
student financial serVices
827-6350
Revelle College campus, 534-4010 between Plaza Rd. and Torrey Pines Rd. 92093-0055 E-mail: housinginfo@ucsd.edu Web: hdh.ucsd.edu
international admission specialist
476-4181 476-3457
additional resources
General cataloG
827-3411
Web: student.ucsf.edu/gencat/ucsfcat.html
Graduate studies bulletin
534-4831
office for students With disabilities Bldg. 202, University Center Voice/TTY 534-4382
125 Costo Hall California Relay Service 711 E-mail: specservices@ucr.edu Web: www.specialservices.ucr.edu
Veterans affairs
Graduate Program in Physical Therapy 1318 7th Avenue, Box 0736 Web: ptrehab.medschool.ucsf.edu
school of dentistrY bulletin
125 Costo Hall 827-3861 E-mail: specservices@ucr.edu Web: www.specialservices.ucr.edu/veterans/Pages/ default.aspx additional resources
General cataloG
534-3150
Web: dentistry.ucsf.edu
school of medicine bulletin
Student Services Center, 1st Floor 92093-0075 E-mail: campustours@ucsd.edu Web: admissions.ucsd.edu/tours
transfer student serVices
University Bookstore, 900 University Avenue East ($5 U.S.) Web: www.catalog.ucr.edu
campus store
827-2665
Web: ucrcampusstore.ucr.edu
the marlan and rosemarY bourns colleGe of enGineerinG
Student Services Center, 1st Floor 534-4831 92093-0075 E-mail: transferinfo@ad.ucsd.edu Web: prospective.ucsd.edu/go/transfer additional resources
General cataloG
Web: pharmacy.ucsf.edu
Web: www.engr.ucr.edu
colleGe of humanities, arts, and social sciences
Web: catalog.ucsd.edu
colleGe selection
Web: www.chass.ucr.edu
colleGe of natural and aGricultural sciences
Web: colleges.ucsd.edu
discoVer uc san dieGo VieWbooK
Web: www.cnas.ucr.edu
school of business administration
Web: agsm.ucr.edu
Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools Download the PDF at admissions.ucsd.edu/dev3/ discover.pdf
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Santa Barbara
University of California Santa Barbara, CA 93106 Voice/tty (805) 893-8000 www.ucsb.edu
office of admissions application serVices
459-2131
Undergraduate Office Harold Frank Hall, Room 1006 Web: www.engineering.ucsb.edu 893-2881
colleGe of letters and science
893-2809
459-4412
893-2881
893-2038
459-2552
893-3271
Web: www.bookstore.ucsb.edu
Orfalea Family Childrens Center 893-3665 University Infant and Toddler Center E-mail: ofcc@sa.ucsb.edu Web: childrenscenter.sa.ucsb.edu
disabled students proGram
Santa Cruz
University of California 1156 High Street Santa Cruz, CA 95064 (831) 459-0111 ucsc.edu
office of admissions eValuation and application serVices 150 Hahn Student Services Voice/TTY 459-2131
Voice/TTY 459-4008 E-mail: visits@ucsc.edu Web: admissions.ucsc.edu/campustours (online reservation system) 459-2709
Veterans serVices
893-2668
Student Resources Building, 2nd Floor 893-4758 E-mail: eop@sa.ucsb.edu Web: www.sa.ucsb.edu/eop
financial aid
Contact the Bay Tree Bookstore at (831) 459-4544 for current prices. Web: reg.ucsc.edu/catalog
academic diVisions
893-2432
Arts: arts.ucsc.edu Humanities: humanities.ucsc.edu Jack Baskin School of Engineering: www.soe.ucsc.edu Physical and Biological Sciences: pbsci.ucsc.edu Social Sciences: socialsciences.ucsc.edu
first-Year and transfer VieWbooKs
Web: admissions.ucsc.edu/transferworkshops
underGraduate academic proGrams
146 Hahn Student Services E-mail: drc@ucsc.edu Web: drc.ucsc.edu 121 Academic Resources Center E-mail: eop@ucsc.edu Web: eop.ucsc.edu
Web: admissions.ucsc.edu/majors
Video
Web: admissions.ucsc.edu/video/ucsc_video.cfm
459-2296
459-2963
1102 Student Affairs/Administrative Services Building (SAASB) Web: www.admissions.ucsb.edu additional resources
General cataloG
893-2487
(Community Rentals Office) 125 Hahn Student Services 459-4435 E-mail: communityrentals@ucsc.edu Web: housing.ucsc.edu/cro
housinG, on-campus
Web: my.sa.ucsb.edu/Catalog
459-2394
University of California Communications, 1111 Franklin Street, 7th Floor, Oakland, CA 94607-5200; (510) 987-9716; E-mail: UCpubs@ucop.edu
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A-G Subject Requirements 411 AB Subscore on Calculus BC Examination (AP Test Credit) 40 Academic History, Reporting 13, 18 Admission by Exception 12, 15 Admission Requirements, Freshman 4, 10 Admission Requirements, Transfer 15 Admissions Policy 2 Advanced Placement (AP) Test Credit 40 Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Studies Majors 66 American History and Institutions Requirement 60 Application Fees 13 Application Filing Periods 13 Applying to the University 12, 18 Architectural and Environmental Design and Planning Majors 67 Art Applied, Fine, Performing and Art History Majors 67 Articulation, Campus (Transfer Admission) 18 Articulation, Universitywide (Transfer Admission) 18 Berkeley 16, 19, 27, 36, 40, 55, 61, 75 Biological and Life Sciences Majors 67 Business and Management Majors 68 California Resident, Admission 4, 15 California Resident, Fees 62 Campus, Choosing 2 Career Technical Education 8 College Courses Taken in High School 11 College-Preparatory Electives (g requirement) 5, 7 Communication Majors 69 Comprehensive Review Factors (Freshman) 26 Comprehensive Review Factors (Transfer) 36 Costs, Estimated 62 Course Sequences, Completing Prior to Transfer (Transfer Admission) 15 Courses Taken Outside the U.S., Entering on the Academic History 13 Credit for Courses Not Taken (Freshman Admission) 11 davis 16, 19, 28, 37, 42, 55, 61, 75 D and F Grades in Languages Other Than English and Mathematics Special Rules (Freshman Admission) 12 D and F Grades, Pass, Credit and Incompletes General Information (Freshman Admission) 11 Educational Opportunity Program 61 Engineering and Computer Science Majors 69 English (b requirement) 4, 6 English Language Development (ELD) Courses 4 English Language Proficiency Requirement (International Admission) 54 Entry-Level Writing Requirement 60 Ethnic and Area Studies Majors 70 Examination Alone, Qualifying by (Freshman Admission) 12 Examination Requirement (Freshman Admission) 11 Fees, Required 62 Financial Aid and Scholarships, Applying for 63 Financial Support Programs 63
Financing a UC Education Food, Nutrition and Consumer Sciences Majors Foreign Language and Literature Majors Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA)
63 71 71
65 Freshman Admission Profile 26 Freshman Selection 26 General Education/Breadth Requirements 15 Grade Point Average, Freshman 11 Grants 63 Health Professions Majors 71 High School Proficiency Examination 12 History/Social Science (a requirement) 4, 6 Honors-Level Courses 9 Humanities Majors 72 IGETC Subject and Unit Requirements 16 Independent Status for Financial Aid 65 Individual Majors 72 Intensive or Accelerated Courses (Freshman Admission) 11 International Baccalaureate (IB) Test Credit 40 International Admission and Academic Records 54 Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) 1617 Irvine 16, 20, 29, 37, 43, 56, 61, 76 Junior-Level Transfer, Admission Requirements for 15 Laboratory Science, Preparing for University Work (Freshman Admission) 3 Laboratory Science (d requirement) 5, 6 Language/Literature Credit for Students Whose Native Language Is Not English (Transfer Admission) 18 Language Other Than English (e requirement) 5, 7 Loans 64 Local Context, Qualifying in the (Freshman Admission) 12 Los Angeles 17, 22, 30, 37, 44, 56, 61, 76 Lower-Division Transfer, Admission Requirements for 15 Major, Choosing 2 Major-Preparation Requirements, Taking Courses to Satisfy (Transfer Admission) 15 Major-Preparation Requirement Agreements, Articulation (Transfer Admission) 18 Majors, Undergraduate 66 Mathematics (c requirement) 4, 6 Mathematics, Preparing for University Work (Freshman Admission) 3 Mathematics Majors 72 Merced 17, 23, 31, 38, 46, 57, 61, 76 Methods of Certifying Proficiency in Languages Other Than English (Freshman Admission) 8 Music Theory Subscore (AP Test Credit) 40 Nonresident Tuition 62 Nonresidents, Admission 12, 15 Online Courses 9 Physical Sciences Majors 73 Preparation for University Work (Freshman Admission) 3 Proficiency Examination, High School 12
Provisional Admission 12 Reading, Preparing for University Work (Freshman Admission) 3 Repeating Courses, High School 11 Residence Status at Other Institutions 62 Riverside 17, 23, 32, 38, 47, 57, 61, 77 San diego 17, 23, 33, 38, 49, 58, 61, 77 San Francisco 24, 61, 77 Santa Barbara 17, 24, 34, 38, 52, 59, 61, 77 Santa Cruz 17, 25, 35, 39, 53, 59, 61, 78 Scholarship Requirement (Freshman Admission) 11 Scholarships 64 Seventh- and Eighth-Grade Courses, Meeting the Subject Requirement (Freshman Admission) 9 Sheltered/SDAIE Courses, Meeting the Subject Requirement (Freshman Admission) 9 Social Sciences Majors 73 Special Programs Majors 74 Statewide Context, Qualifying in the (Freshman Admission) 4 Student Employment 65 Subject Requirement (Freshman Admission) 4 Summer Session Courses During High School (Freshman Admission) 9 TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) 54 Transferable Course Agreement, Sample 17 Transfer Course Agreements Online 17 Transfer Credit 17 Transfer, Planning to 14 Transfer Selection 36 Transfer Students, Advising 14 Tuition Exemption 62 UC-Certified Course Lists (Freshman Admission) 4 Updating the Application (Transfer Admission) 18 Validation 11 Visual and Performing Arts (f requirement) (Freshman Admission ) 5, 7 Writing, Preparing for University Work (Freshman Admission ) 3 Writing Requirement (formerly Subject A Requirement) 60
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