What is a good UC GPA to have? (I think my UC GPA is borderline, and I don’t know if UCI really cares about test scores.)
Based on previous results threads, I noticed that a lot of people got in with a GPA like mine, and a low test score. I think there were only a few people (if at all), who got in with a high-ish test score like mine. This is purely speculation, but I don’t think UCI likes applicants who have high disparities between test scores and GPAs. This is because I even noticed people with low GPAs (under 4.0 UC GPA) and low test scores get in. Is it just me, or does UCI not even care about test scores?
For engineering, at or above the average UC GPA of 4.0+. SAT/ACT scores need to also be in the average or above average range for the best chances. UCI along with all the UC’s are very GPA focused, but will take test scores in consideration along with your essays, course rigor and EC’s.