<p>My question is: If I finish the rest of my pre-reqs at SB, can I choose which bio major I want to specialize in? I recently found out that the major I applied for(physiology) isn't exactly what I want to study. Would it be possible for me to switch to molecular bio?</p>
<p>I have no idea but I got into for pre-bio too congrats bro!!!</p>
<p>Me too yay :D</p>
<p>not to hijack but did you guys get into UCI too? IDK what to choose</p>
<p>You don’t really “switch” into molecular yet, you, along with everyone else who wants to major in some kind of biology are in the same major, pre-bio, hopefully for the first 2 years or less. You guys pretty much complete the same type of pre-reqs and then you declare into a specialty after you have completed them. Keep in mind though, if you plan to major in molecular biology, you need to take the math 3 series (calculus for sciences), not the 34 series (calculus for social sciences). Most bio majors only need to take the 34 series, but certain ones, like molecular bio requires you to take the 3 series. Your advisor will tell you about which courses to take. The short answer is yes.</p>
<p>I didn’t apply to UCI, I already knew I would pick UCSB over it 
If it helps, US News ranked UCSB above UCI</p>
<p>And SB is sorta more diversified right… like I know UCI is statistically ~50% asian, but people that i’ve talked to say it’s more than that. Not to be in any way racist but it’s not like Tokyo Drift type demographics right?</p>
<p>@Fendi</p>
<p>Well I’m a transfer student, so I have taken most of the pre-reqs already outside of ochem and physics. But I guess I am not stuck with physio</p>
<p>SB is very diverse, trust me. With a campus of over 50% white people it is definitely not like Irvine. That being said, admissions these days seem to have been admitting alot more people from different ethnic backgrounds, as I have alot of ethnic friends, in fact more than white. So if you’re white you wont see a major culture shock, and if you’re asian you won’t either, because theres quite alot of asians on campus than I expected. Even though UCSB says their asian population is 17%, it seems alot higher than that, but not to the extent of Irvine or anything.</p>
<p>Ohhh if you’re a transfer then that’s different. Hmm well since you have taken the pre-reqs then I shouldn’t see why can’t switch. I would talk to an advisor, they will help you out</p>
<p>thanks guys, especially fendi</p>
<p>@fendi - do you know anything about the Asian floor in San Nic?</p>
<p>Why yes I do, in fact I live 4 floors below it and I used to hang out with alot of them in the beginning of the year. They are… well asian ahaha. From my experience, they are a pretty tight knit floor. They do alot of activities up there and they frequently use the kitchen to make all sorts of food. Alot of asians from other residence halls visit it frequently. Of course I’m speaking on behalf of my class, it’s what you make of it along with your friends. Other than that, if you’re interested in the asian floor, then by all means go for it, I know my asian friends there don’t regret it. If living there for a year isn’t your forte, then you can always visit it from time to time as well. The reason why I stopped hanging out with them is mainly because I got closer with my floor. Either way you’ll probably enjoy wherever you stay.</p>
<p>Yes, it is very easy for you to switch majors. It just requires some brief paperwork.</p>
<p>Also, since you are interested in biology. You guys may perhaps be interested in my Biology experience at UCSB thread. UCSB has a phenomenal biology department. </p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/university-california-santa-barbara/1090759-my-ucsb-experience-pre-health-majors.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/university-california-santa-barbara/1090759-my-ucsb-experience-pre-health-majors.html</a></p>
<p>I’ve posted this before, and here it is again:</p>
<p>Don’t get your class info off a message board. It is all right there in the online catalog if you look hard enough. And if it isn’t, go to an advisor on campus.</p>
<p>Pre-bio is a great idea, for people just like you. You have the first two years to narrow down your search for a major in the biology department. You have not declared a major yet. Take Freshman seminars in the Bio dept. your first year, every quarter if you can. They help you narrow down your major choice.</p>
<p>There is a PDF one-page info sheet that outlines exactly what you should be taking in your first 2 years. The answer you received about the math classes is wrong. The only biology major that requires math 3A-B-C is Biochemistry, not Molecular Biology. But again check the website right up until you register, as they could change that. If you are good at math, take the 3A-B-C series anyway. It would allow you all options of majors if you want to get into something besides Biology (engineering, geology, chemistry, etc.).</p>
<p>The pre-biology program is tough. Most pre-meds (all-study, no social life) are taking these classes and they make the curve really tough. In those first six quarters (2 years) you take 6 quarters of chemistry, 3 quarters of calculus, 3 quarters of physics, and 3 quarters of Biology. Second year chemistry classes with labs are 7 units per quarter.</p>
<p>California is right, it is best to take the math 3ABC series, and actually molecular biology does require it, since molecular biology is tied in with the biochemistry program.</p>
<p><a href=“http://my.sa.ucsb.edu/Catalog/Current/Documents/Undergrad%20Major%20Sheets/Biochem-Molecular-Bio-BS-2010.pdf[/url]”>http://my.sa.ucsb.edu/Catalog/Current/Documents/Undergrad%20Major%20Sheets/Biochem-Molecular-Bio-BS-2010.pdf</a></p>
<p>This will tell you what courses you need to take, but of course talk to your advisor for full details</p>
<p>thanks for the help </p>
<p>I have one more question, though.</p>
<p>If they told me that I need atleast a 2.7 GPA on Chem 1b and 1c on the “special conditions” sheet, does this mean that I do not need my math class I’m taking this spring? It is not apart of the major - but I put it on the planned courses on the application. </p>
<p>They make no mention of that class on the sheet also.</p>
<p>Edit: Only Match 1A and Math Ib are required</p>
<p>Sorry, forgot to mention That I am taking Math 1c</p>
<p>does anyone know?</p>