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Each year, over 200,000 students apply to the UC schools—UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and more. As the competition intensifies, many families are in dire search of expert advice. Well, look no further! Our trusted guide is your family's golden ticket to navigating the entire UC admissions process. Brought to you by former admissions officers, UC experts, and fellow Californians, this resource will walk you step-by-step through the complexities of the UC system.
This section will cover the step-by-step process of creating an account and customizing one's UC profile, including personal information, academic level, term, residency, and more.
Across the nine UC campuses, each has a unique process for selected, alternate, or undeclared majors. Here our experts will compare and contrast each school and what students can expect.
Academic requirements for California residents and out-of-state applicants differ tremendously. Learn more about A-G requirements and how to fill out the ‘Academic History’ section of the UC application.
Get all your frequently asked extracurricular questions answered and discover how students can identify which of the six activity categories best suits their interests and involvement.
The UCs are well-known for their range of scholarship opportunities for admits. This section will provide families with an overview of the popular scholarship opportunities and what key factors make students eligible.
PIQs serve an important purpose in the UC application process. Receive a sneak peek at how we help students structure answers, make the most of the allotted space, and how to pick the right questions.
UC Irvine
291+ admits
UCLA
238+ admits
UC Berkeley
238+ admits
UC Davis
343+ admits
UC Merced
82+ admits
UC San Diego
362+ admits
UC Riverside
309+ admits
UC Santa Cruz
319+ admits
School | Applications Received (2022) |
Current Acceptance Rate (2022) |
Collegewise Acceptance Rate (2022) |
UCLA |
149,813 | 8.6% | 11% |
UC Irvine |
119,209 | 21% | 36.5% |
UC San Diego |
131,245 | 23.7% | 32% |
UC Santa Barbara |
111,000 | 25.9% | 31.5% |
UC Santa Cruz |
66,034 | 47.1% | 57% |
UC Davis |
94,759 | 37.5% | 41% |
UC Riverside |
54,687 |
68.1% |
86% |
UC Merced |
29,914 |
90% |
94% |
UC Berkeley |
128,225 | 11% | 5% |
Students in grades 9-12 or potential transfers! If you've ever asked yourself the following questions: "How does UC transfer admission work?" "Is it easy to transfer into a UC school?" or "What are my chances of getting into UC Berkeley & UCLA?" then this guide is for you.
Is your teen considering a UC college? Our guide will give you an inside look at the UC admissions process and how your family can best prepare for UC requirements, transcript submissions, activities, scholarships, and more.
Collegewise is committed to helping school and independent counselors understand the complexities of the UC admissions process and better support their students. Receive the most up-to-date and trusted advice on the UC system.
Students in grades 9-12 or potential transfers! If you've ever asked yourself the following questions: "How does UC transfer admission work?" "Is it easy to transfer into a UC school?" or "What are my chances of getting into UC Berkeley & UCLA?" then this guide is for you.
Is your teen considering a UC college? Our guide will give you an inside look at the UC admissions process and how your family can best prepare for UC requirements, transcript submissions, activities, scholarships, and more.
Collegewise is committed to helping school and independent counselors understand the complexities of the UC admissions process and better support their students. Receive the most up-to-date and trusted advice on the UC system.
Margo Macready
Former Admissions Officer at UC San Diego and Collegewise Counselor
Joel Ontiveros
Former Assistant Director of Admissions at UCLA, former Regional Admissions Representative at UC Santa Cruz, and Collegewise Counselor