Got my ACT scores back recently and I'm aiming for UC San Diego. What is the average ACT score for admitted students? Is it super competitive or do I have a decent chance of getting in?
For the 2024-2025 application cycle, all UC schools, including UC San Diego, are test-blind. This policy means that they will not consider SAT or ACT scores at all during the admissions process. Instead, they will primarily focus on other application components such as your GPA, extracurriculars, essays, and more.
Since test scores aren't considered, it's essential to have a strong application in other aspects to increase your chances of getting accepted. Focus on maintaining a solid academic record, engaging in meaningful extracurricular activities, and crafting compelling personal insight essays to demonstrate your abilities, unique qualities, and experiences that have shaped you as an individual.
Regarding the essays specifically, CollegeVine's blog has a handy blog post which provides a comprehensive breakdown of how to tackle the UC personal insight questions: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-university-of-california-essays/. Good luck with your application to UC San Diego!
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