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UCSD Early Calling Campaign
Learn about UCSD Early Calling Campaign for freshman applicants, what it entails and what you should expect.
March 7, 2017Berkeley Freshman Admission EECS vs. CS
Find a comprehensive analysis on the pros and cons of declaring EECS vs. CS when you apply to Berkeley as a freshman applicant.
February 22, 2017Why the UCs are Scrutinizing International Students from China
In March 2015, someone in China anonymously tipped off UC Davis about fake applications (that were doctored by an outfit run by UCLA grads; the irony!). The tip-off (including 200+ documents) was…
May 27, 2016How to Access Hidden Content
History I had a run-in with the UCOP in November 2015 (prior to this incident, the UCs have come after me multiple times; see my origin story for my colorful history with…
January 15, 2016Blog Updates Temporarily Suspended
I’ve had the pleasure of getting some rather obnoxious emails from the UC Office of the President (UCOP) lately. These emails border on personal attacks and I don’t have the energy or…
November 10, 2015UC Personal Insight Questions Dos and Don’ts
Everything you need to know to craft the perfect responses to the UC Personal Insight Questions (how-to, guideline, advice, etc.)!
October 15, 20157 Hidden Gems in the UC System
Below is a copy of my guest entry, 7 Hidden Gems in the UC System, featured on the AdmitSee’s blog (content below was updated June 22, 2020 to reflect new information). The…
August 5, 2015Freshman Nursing Waitlist Clarification (UCI & UCLA)
I heard some confused chatter about the nursing program waitlist at UCI and UCLA so I went digging for information. Here’s what I found: Irvine UCI Nursing didn’t keep a waitlist in…
March 25, 2015Requesting Your UC Admissions File
FERPA, the law that allows Stanford students to gain access to their admissions files, will allow you to gain access to your UC admissions file. But as The Daily Californian reported, you…
February 10, 2015Applying as a Freshman Applicant After Withdrawing From a 4-Year College
Find out whether you can apply as a freshman applicant after withdrawing from a 4-year college during the first semester.
November 18, 2014
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