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Tips mention: Interview (0), ACT/SAT (25), Grades (39), Sports/Extracurriculars (23), College Essay (13)
I studied my ass off to get SAT scoresApr 27 2009Unknown
I studied my ass off to get SAT scores high above the norm. My grades were good but by no means stellar; I always had two or three B's because I had taken the accelerated lanes for every possible class, including two APs and two honors classes in junior year. I took a total of 5APs and four honors classes throughout my entire high school career. From what I hear, however, is that the standard has raised the bar for admissions.
I strongly urge that applicants have one or two strong extra-curricular activities throughout the entire high school career.
SAT: 1460 Female
Do well in high schoolJan 30 2009Sociology
Do well in high school. UCLA, UC Cal, and UCSD are the most difficult to get in so make sure you have your application is impressive.
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4.0+ GPA, 1900+ SAT score/ACT equivalent, extra-curriculars and lotsJan 20 2009Political Science
4.0+ GPA, 1900+ SAT score/ACT equivalent, extra-curriculars and lots of volunteer, play a sport for 4 years.
SAT: 1980 Male
Don't come hereAug 30 2008Other
don't come here. Go to berkeley. SERIOUSLY
SAT: 1330 Female
Go to a community college and transfer inJun 25 2008Aerospace Engineering
Go to a community college and transfer in. At a CC, you'll get more personal attention while spending less money. Then come to UCSD with a clear intention of what you want to do and who you want to network with.
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