General
What does SIO stand for?
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
How many colleges are there?
What is the minimum GPA for CA residents?
3.0
What is the minimum GPA for CA residents?
3.0
I heard that UCSD stands for UC Socially Dead. Is that true?
500 campus orgs
College system
23 NCAA D1 teams
When is the application deadline?
NOVEMBER 30TH
Which college is best for engineering majors?
ANY COLLEGE ANY MAJOR
What is the minimum GPA for Out Of State applicants?
3.4
How many units does a student need to be eligible for admissions?
60 semester (90 quarter) of UC transferable coursework
"Where are the parties at?"
We have tons of events and concerts throughout the year provided by AS such as Sungod festival!
When can students start applying?
October 1st
How are students assigned to their college?
Based on the rankings on their application
SAT/ACT Exam Policy
UC San Diego will not consider SAT or ACT test scores as a factor in admissions decisions through Fall 2024
What is the minimum GPA for Out of State applicants?
3.0
"Do students protest on campus?"
UC San Diego's policies on speech and expression aim to ensure that students and other campus affiliates can exercise their right to free speech and expression as long as it does not interfere with university business
Let there be light
Can students change their college once assigned?
Short answer: no
Rare exceptions are made after 1 year
Name 2 other factors besides A-G and GPA that are considered for admissions?
Academic rigor (AP/IB/Honors/College)
Honors/Awards/Extracurriculars
PIQ's
Academic Enrichment (Like TSA!)
"What kind of crimes happen on campus?"
There is lots of safety measures on campus such as blue safety poles, CSO and RSOs, Triton Rides and UCPD.
Name all the capped majors
Biological Sciences
Data Sciences
Engineering
Physics
Public Health
What is the main difference between the colleges?
General Education Requirements
Writing Requirements
Theme/Philosophy
List the A-G requirements
A: 2 years History
B: 4 years English
C: 3 years Math
D: 2 years Science
E: 2 years LOTE
F: 1 year VPA
G: 1 year Elective
Which majors require major prep?
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Data Science
Economics
Engineering
Marine Bio
Mathematics
Physics
EXTRA 100 EACH: Public Health and USP for FA 23
"How can I guarantee that I will be accepted?"
UC San Diego does not offer admission guarantee. Ensuring that you meet all admissions requirements is a great place to start!