OVERVIEW UCLA Selection UCLA Holistic Review UCLA Transfer Alliance Program Transfer Alliance Program Scholarship UC Application Resources
UCLA SELECTION Major preparation http://www.assist.org/web-assist/welcome.html Minimum 3.2 GPA Will vary by major http://www.admissions.ucla.edu/prospect/adm_tr.htm Transfer course pattern/ IGETC Holistic review process
UCLA S HIGHLY SELECTIVE MAJORS A L L M A J O R S I N U C L A S S P E C I A L T Y S C H O O L S Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science School of Arts and Architecture School of Theater, Film and Television School of Nursing **Will not be able to change into these majors after admission! C O L L E G E O F L E T T E R S & S C I E N C E Biochemistry Business Economics** Communication Studies Economics** English Global Studies History Human Biology and Society BA International Development Studies Life science Majors (including Biology)** Political Science** Psychology** Sociology**
UCLA HOLISTIC REVIEW 60 UC Transferable units Completion of the 7 course pattern Completion of major prerequisites Grade Point Average Academic Accomplishments Personal Achievements The likely contribution to the campus Employment or personal responsibility Involvement in school or community service Special talents Extensive leadership and initiative Personal background and experience, such as military service, internships or participation in special programs Demonstrated drive, determination, and willingness to succeed Special circumstances Limited opportunities or taking advantage of many opportunities Overcoming life challenges or obstacles Personal Statement
ADDITIONAL REVIEW Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science Minimum 3.3 GPA School of Arts and Architecture** Minimum 3.0 GPA School of Theatre, Film and Television** Minimum 3.0 GPA School of Nursing** Minimum 3.5 GPA **Supplemental Application Required!!!
UCLA TRANSFER ALLIANCE PROGRAM (TAP) Participation in Honors Program College of Letters and Science ONLY Review alternate majors Alternate major listed on application Alternate major may not be one of the highly selective majors in the College of Letter and Science Not a transfer guarantee program! What are the benefits?
UCLA TRANSFER ALLIANCE PROGRAM (TAP) The alternate major may NOT be one of the following 10 selective majors: Pre-Business Economics Communication Studies Pre-Economics English Pre- Global Studies Pre-History Pre-International Development Studies Pre- Political Science Pre- Psychology Pre-Sociology
UC APPLICATION One application for all UC campuses Fall quarter applicants November 1 30 th UC Application fee is $70 per campus Fee waiver available Update applications January 15-31 Apply for FAFSA, January- March Schedule a TAP certification appointment with SCC January 15- February 3, 2014 for an appointment February 10-20, 2014. Questions about certification? Contact Sharon Wright at 714-628-4756
UCLA TAP SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION (TAP) Eligibility: Community College TAP student admitted to UCLA for Fall 2014 Applicants must submit a FAFSA by March 5 and be eligible for need-based financial aid. Application: Complete the TAP Scholarship application Write an essay (300 words) that answers: What specific research and/or creative interested inspired you to continue your education, and how do you wish to pursue these interests? What are your goals after you complete your UCLA degree? Provide a letter of recommendation for a school instructor, counselor, or administrator. Application DUE: early June, 2014 http://www.tap.ucla.edu/scholarship.htm
RESOURCES Your Transfer Center Visit www.assist.org UC Transfer Admissions Planner www.uctap.universityofcalifornia.edu/students/ UCLA Undergraduate Admissions STOMP CCCP Campus Tours General helpline: 310.825.3101
CONTACT INFORMATION Kati Dickson kdickson@saonet.ucla.edu 310-825-4221