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University of California Comprehensive Review 101

University of California Comprehensive Review 101. Today’s Presenters. George Johnson , Professor of Mechanical Engineering, UC Berkeley, and Chair of the University of California Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools (BOARS) Michael McCawley , Director of Admissions, UC Santa Cruz.

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University of California Comprehensive Review 101

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  1. University of California Comprehensive Review 101

  2. Today’s Presenters • George Johnson, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, UC Berkeley, and Chair of the University of California Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools (BOARS) • Michael McCawley, Director of Admissions, UC Santa Cruz

  3. Comprehensive Review 101 • Overview of the University of California • California Master Plan for Higher Education • Faculty Oversight of Admissions Policies (BOARS) • Comprehensive Review • Campus Selection Models

  4. The University of California System • 10 campuses • Over 225,000 students • Over 700 majors • Over 1.6 million living alumni California State Universities – 23 campuses California Community Colleges – 112 campuses

  5. University of California Mission We teach UC Provides tools to continue intellectual development over a lifetime & contribute to the needs of a changing society. We conduct research UC National laboratories, medical centers and other research facilities around the state. We provides public Service UC's libraries, museums, performing arts spaces, laboratories, gardens and science centers are valuable public resources.

  6. Comprehensive Review / Admission Selection Faculty Role in UC Admissions Shared Governance: UC Systemwide & Campuses Freshman & Transfer Selection: Comprehensive Review & Campus Models K-12 Relations: ‘a-g’ Course Approvals Transfer Students: A priority for UC / Master Plan

  7. Freshman Minimum Qualifications 1 Complete a minimum of 15 college-preparatory courses (“a-g” courses), with at least 11 finished prior to senior year. 2 Earn the required grade point average (GPA) in “a-g” courses 3.0 California resident 3.4 Non-residents GPA calculated from 10th & 11th grade course work weighted by a maximum of 8 semesters UC-approved honors grade points Meet the examination requirement by taking the ACT with Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test by December of your senior year. 3 9% x 9% UC systemwide guarantee for CA resident applicants

  8. The Required “a-g” Course Pattern UC looks for academically strong students who enrich the student experience and succeed academically to a timely graduation.

  9. Comprehensive Review Grade-Point Average Test Scores Courses Completed/Planned Honors Courses Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC) Quality of Senior-Year Program of Study Academic Opportunities in California High Schools Performance in Academic Subject Areas Achievements in Special Projects Improvement in Academic Performance Special Talents, Achievements, and Awards Participation in Educational Preparation Programs Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences Geographic Location 14 UC Faculty-Approved Criteria

  10. Implementing Campus Selection Each campus has a faculty committee that has plenary authority over undergraduate admissions / selection. • Determine the model of Comprehensive Review that fits the campus – all campuses use comprehensive review. • Campuses determine which of the 14 criteria they will use, and what value/weight each criterion will be given.

  11. Transforming Admission Selection University of California, Santa Cruz • Evolution of selection • Comprehensive Review & Holistic Scoring • Reviewing in context • Faculty oversight – Committee on Admission and Financial Aid • Annual review and analysis – campus & UC-systemwide

  12. 2014 Transfer Student Qualifications Grade Point Average (GPA) 2.4 California residents 2.8 Non-residents of California To qualify as a junior transfer student, minimum requirements.: • 60 semester (90 quarter) units of UC-transferable coursework • 7-course pattern with grade of C or better in each course Students should consult campus of interest for specific information about required major preparation.

  13. 2015 Transfer Minimum Qualifications (1) Completion of major prep course work, along with 60 semester units (90 quarter units) and campus GPA; or (2) Completion of an SB 1440 Associate Degree for Transfer in the applicant’s chosen major and needed units/GPA; or (3) Completion of the minimum seven courses currently specified in SR 476 C, along with needed units/GPA. (Students who complete IGETC have these seven courses.)

  14. We thank you! Questions? The University of California Explore – Discover - Achieve www.universityofcalifornia.edu

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