UC APPLICATION
C H E A T S H E E T
https://apply.universityofcalifornia.edu/
Fall Quarter/Semester: Nov 1-30
Winter Quarter/Semester: July 1-31
Disclaimer: This Cheat Sheet aims to assist students
with the UC online applications process. It does not
replace the advisement of a counselor nor university
admissions office resources.
Last Revised 10/09/2019
Questions?
Call or visit the University Transfer Center
S-110 or 714-564-6165
CREATE AN ACCOUNT
Email Address
Email Address: Campuses use email to send
important, time-sensitive correspondence.
Ensure that this is an email you check
regularly.
UC TAP: If you have a TAP account, your
application email must match your UC TAP
email address.
Selecting Term & Level
Term: Most campuses and majors are open for
the fall term only.
Level: Select "Transfer" or applicable response.
ABOUT YOU
Personal Information & Contact Information
Up to date and accurate.
Citizenship & Residency
Citizenship: Select applicable response.
Undocumented students or DACA students are
recommended to select "No selection."
Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual
Taxpayer Identification number (ITIN)
SSN & ITIN: This is used to match your
application to your FAFSA. Make sure to
accurately report.
NOTE: If you do not have a valid SSN, SSN for
work purposes, or ITIN, leave this blank.
California Residency
This appears for certain applicants, based on
citzenship status. They determine if you will be
considered resident or non-resident for
admission purposes only (which is separate from
determining residency for tuition purposes).
Demographics
Optional;does not affect your chances of
admission and is for statistical purposes only.
Background
These questions ask for more information about
your background to provide the UC with a better
understanding of your home environment and if
you are eligible for programs or scholarships.
Your Household
If you want to be considered for a fee waiver, you
must report family size and income.
Parent Information
Most applicants have the option to add
information for 2 parents. Parent information you
choose to provide is up to you and your unique
situation.
CAMPUSES & MAJORS
UC Values, Term, & Level Pages
UC Values:Read & agree to community principles.
Term & Level: Confirm level and application term.
Choose Campuses
If you entered family size & income, you will see if
you qualified for a fee waiver here.
Select the campuses you would like to apply to.
Choose Majors
You must select a major for each campus you are
applying to.
NOTE: Some majors require major preparation to
be completed by the end of the fall term when you
apply. Meet with a counselor or consult
ASSIST.org for more information.
ACADEMIC HISTORY
UC Transfer Admission Planner
If you entered your academic information into the
UC TAP, you can import it by using your TAP ID
and email address.
Last High School Attended
You will need to provide the dates of attendance
for the last high school attended.
Colleges
List all colleges/universities attended.
If you are earning an ADT, enter the information
here along with ADT major.
College Courses & Grades
You will need to enter all courses and grades for
each term as they appear on your transcripts.
Grade Codes
AR = Academic Renewal. Will appear as "RWO" on
RSCCD transcripts. Transcript codes vary by
college; refer to campus for transcript legends.
CR = Credit
NC = No Credit
PS = Pass. Will appear as "P" on RSCCD transcripts.
NP = No Pass
WI = Withdraw. Will appear as "W" on RSCCD
transcripts.
IP = In Progress. Will appear as "CIP" on RSCCD
transcripts.
PL = Planned. Enter all courses you plan to take in
the following semesters.
Minimum Requirements
Entry-Level Writing Requirement: If you scored a
3 or higher in AP English (Language or Literature)
OR you earned a "C" or better in transferable
English worth 3 semester units, select "Yes"
IGETC: If you will be IGETC certified, select "Yes."
IGETC should be completed by the end of spring
term prior to fall enrollment at UC. To file for
IGETC Certification, schedule an appointment
with a counselor.
Additional Information
Indicate if you have been on academic probation,
have followed a Transfer Pathway, know your
California State Student ID Number (optional), or
have additional comments.
Use the additional comments box to provide
information about: declining grades, course
selection issues. gaps in education, repeated
courses, courses taken in special programs.
TEST SCORES
AP Exams
Certain scores on specific AP & IB exams can
meet portions of the IGETC not satisfied with
coursework. AP scores of 3 or higher or IB scores
of 30 and above will receive credit towards UC
undergraduate degree.
TOEFL/IEFLTS Exams
If your college/university coursework was not
conducted in English OR you are not a native
English-speaker, you are required to submit
TOEFL or IELTS results.
ACTIVITIES & AWARDS
Add Activities & Awards
The UC is interested in how you spend time
outside of class. Activities do not need to be
through organized, school-sponsored programs
(include community activities, volunteer/paid
employment, caring for
siblings/children/eldercare, research projects,
etc.).
Avoid using acronyms. Be sure to describe
activity and your role.
Focus primarily on post-high school activities.
Information submitted is subject to verification.
SCHOLARSHIPS & PROGRAMS
Scholarships
Select any and all scholarship categories that
apply to you. Only scholarships that are available
at the campuses you're applying to will be
displayed.
Support Programs
If you are interested in the Educational
Opportunity Program (EOP), check the box and
provide a brief statement about why you are
interested in the program.
PERSONAL INSIGHT QUESTIONS
Personal Insight Questions
There is one required question, and you must
also answer 3 out of 7 additional questions.
Each response is limited to 350 words. Select
questions that are most relevant to you. Refer to
UC PIO online resources or attend a SAC
University Transfer Center PIQ Workshop for
additional tips.
Additional Comments
This section cannot be used to respond to an
additional PIQ. It should be used to provide
information that you have not had the opportunity
to provide elsewhere in the application (e.g.
unusual personal or family circumstances).
REVIEW & SUBMIT
Review
If you have remaining items to complete, you will
see a "To Do" next to that section.
It is recommended to visit the SAC University
Transfer Center during designated drop-in times to
have a staff member review your application prior
to submission.
SUBMITTING
Academic Review
This page gives you a chance to make sure your
academic information is accurate.
State of Legal Residence
These questions are optional. Answering them
does not affect your chances of admission.
If answered, the information may be used for
initial determination of whether you qualify for
resident or nonresident tuition.
Sign & Release
Review and check release authorizations.
Electronically sign and date the application to
verify accuracy and knowledge that you are the
author of the PIQs.
Statement of Integrity: This affirms that all
information in the application is accurate. If
information is withheld or falsified, such as grades
or enrollment in another institution, the application
is subject to cancellation.
Payment
Review campus selections and application fees.
After you've paid or selected a payment method,
you will see a confirmation page indicating that
your application has been submitted.
Review the page regarding post-submission steps.
