Berkeley, UCLA, UC Davis and More: What You Need to Know About UC Admissions
At Collegewise, we have helped 2,500+ students successfully gain admission to UC campuses. Now it's your family's turn!
Join Joel, a former UCLA Assistant Director of Admissions, on Tuesday, March 11 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET for an insightful session to hear the latest on UC admissions trends and learn how your student can start building a stellar application profile now.
Discover what UCs really look for in applicants!
The UCs use a holistic review process, meaning every part of your student’s profile matters. So, how can they make the most of their high school years and put together a highly compelling application?
Join Joel Ontiveros, a former UCLA Assistant Director of Admissions, for a clear, practical breakdown of the UC process so your family knows exactly what to expect.
In this webinar, you'll discover:
- The impact of course selection, rigor, and GPA on admissions, including how UCs calculate your teen's GPA
- How to navigate the surge in application volume and leverage passion projects for maximum impact.
- Strategies in planning early to ensure your teen gets the most out of their high school experience.
Receive a free copy of Collegewise’s highly regarded UC application guide after you attend our event.
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Your Speaker

Joel Ontivero
Former UCLA Assistant Director of Admission & Collegewise Counselor
Joel Ontiveros has been reading UC applications for eight years. He attended UCLA and got his first job out of college working as an Admissions Officer and then as an Assistant Director for his alma mater. Eventually he joined the Banana Slugs at UC Santa Cruz where he worked as a Regional Admissions Representative and primarily recruited out of state. Joel was pleasantly surprised to find out that UCLA (the most applied to university in the country) actually has humans read every application at least twice. He believes in the transformative power of the UC system - even with all its quirks and issues.
About Collegewise
Since 1999, our team of 100+ counselors has dedicated their expertise to creating a worry-free, effortless college application process for students of all levels.
Collegewise empowers students academically and relieves parents of their project management duties through our personalized counseling and tutoring programs.
Say goodbye to application stress and welcome a new, streamlined experience with Collegewise.
