Hi all! I'm interested in the UC system and I'd like to know what SAT scores they generally look for during admissions. Can anyone help provide some info? Thanks!
As of the Fall 2021 application cycle, the University of California (UC) system has adopted a test-blind policy. This means that they no longer review or consider SAT or ACT scores in the admissions process for all undergraduate applicants, including those from out-of-state or international students. The decision to move to test-blind admissions applies to all nine UC undergraduate campuses.
Instead of focusing on standardized test scores, UC schools will place more emphasis on factors such as grades, course rigor, extracurricular activities, essays, and other aspects of your application. Admissions officers will be evaluating applications using a holistic review process, taking into consideration your academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, personal insight essays, and other factors that demonstrate your potential as a student at a UC school.
It's essential to be aware of this policy when applying to UC schools and make sure you highlight your strengths and achievements in other areas of your application. To increase your chances of getting into a UC school, focus on maintaining a strong GPA, taking challenging courses, developing your extracurriculars, and writing compelling personal insight essays that showcase your unique personality and experiences.
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