Chemistry in UC Davis

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of California - Davis
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How competitive is getting admitted to the BS in Chemistry in UC Davis? Is it easier to get in there than lets say, Biological Sciences?

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Posted this in your other thread:
Since Chemistry is in the College of Letters and sciences, UCD admits by division and not by College as for Biological sciences.
College of Letters and Science admits by division within the college
(Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies; Mathematics and Physical Sciences; Social Sciences)
Biological sciences is impacted so Chemistry might be a slightly easier admit but you still need to meet UCD standards and being at or above the averages will help your chances.

UCD Freshman profile:
GPA and test scores of middle 25%-75% students

High School GPA (capped weighted): 3.95 - 4.25
ACT Composite Score: 26 - 32
ACT English Language Arts : 24 - 30
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing: 590 - 680
SAT Mathematics: 600 - 750
SAT Essay: 15 - 18

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will bad sat essay scores severely affect my admission?

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What is bad? What is your capped weighted UC GPA? EC’s? HS course rigor?

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sat essay score of 12

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The SAT essay is required but has much less impact in your chances vs, your SAT Math and EBRW scores. For the UC’s, GPA is king so what is your capped weighted UC GPA and HS course rigor?

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I dont really know my UC GPA since we dont use a gpa system since im an international student but my grades are mostly 90 and above on a 0-100 scale. my sat scores are 600 reading 710 math 12 on sat essay. I got a 92/120 on my toefl. but i have little to non existent EC’s but i think i have great personal insight questions on the way

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Based on your post, you look within range for UC Davis.

Below is what UCD considers on their application review. Best of luck.

  • Davis

  • Very important: Academic GPA, Application essay, Rigor of secondary school record, Standardized test scores
  • Important: Character/personal qualities, Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability, Volunteer work
  • Considered: First generation college student, Geographical residence, State residency, Work experience
  • Note: Scholastic achievement most important, followed by school and community activities, academic interests, special circumstances, special achievements and awards
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Hopefully im in range… Thank you very much