UC waitlist statistics?

Hi everyone, I'm a stressed junior about to apply for UC schools and wondering about their waitlist process. Can anyone provide some general waitlist statistics for UC campuses? I know it varies a bit by school, but I'm trying to get a sense of how likely it is to be accepted if I get waitlisted. Thanks so much!

Hi there! While each UC campus has its own specific waitlist statistics, I can provide you with some general trends to give you an idea of how waitlist acceptance rates vary across the University of California system.

First and foremost, remember that being placed on a waitlist doesn't mean you're completely out of the running for admission. The number of students admitted off the waitlist depends on several factors such as yield (percentage of students accepting the initial admission offer), the number of available spots in the incoming class, and other enrollment targets.

Here are some general waitlist acceptance rate ranges for a few of the UC campuses based on recent years:

- UC Berkeley: 20-60%

- UCLA: 5-20%

- UC San Diego: 10-50%

- UC Santa Barbara: 10-40%

- UC Davis: 25-60%

- UC Irvine: 15-40%

- UC Santa Cruz: 30-70%

Please note that these figures are not exact and can vary greatly year-to-year, depending on enrollment numbers and other factors. While the uncertainty can be frustrating, it's important to have backup plans in place in case you're not accepted off a waitlist at your top-choice UC campus.

If you find yourself on a waitlist, there are a few steps you can take to improve your chances:

1. Respond promptly to the UC campus confirming your spot on the waitlist.

2. Continue to do well academically and keep your grades up in the second semester of your senior year.

3. Update the admissions office with any new achievements, awards, or additional information relevant to your application.

Best of luck with your UC applications, and remember that no matter the outcome, you have other options and opportunities to succeed in your higher education goals.