<p>I'm currently enrolled at UC Merced. However this school was not my first choice and I very much dislike going here. I ended up going because I did not get into my first choice (grades) and did not want to go to a JC/CC. I was wondering if anybody had some insight into my chances of getting into UCB or UCLA, or what the acceptance rates for UC to UC transfers are. Thank you in advance for any help.</p>
<p>I'm currently a Freshman with a 4.0 GPA from my first semester and all but one GE course out of the way. If you need anymore information please ask.</p>
<p>UCLA gives intercampus transfers equal priority for transfer admissions (at least in writing). Overall, the acceptance rate for UC-UC transfers to UCLA are somewhat lower than from CCC, but not by an enormous margin. That said, the acceptance rate from UCM specifically is kind of low…it’s about 8%. You can view the stats here:</p>
<p>[Profile</a> of Transfers from other UCs - 12 Fall - UCLA Undergraduate Admissions](<a href=“http://www.admissions.ucla.edu/prospect/adm_tr/Tr_Prof12_UC.htm]Profile”>http://www.admissions.ucla.edu/prospect/adm_tr/Tr_Prof12_UC.htm)</p>
<p>The fact that Merced runs on a semester system might be what’s making it difficult. However, there’s no harm in applying. Without sending in the application, your chances really are absolute 0. If you get your major pre-requisites done, maintain your 4.0, apply for a relatively un-impacted major, I don’t see any reason why you won’t get in. </p>
<p>Berkeley might be a long shot though. I have no clue about their acceptance rate for intercampus transfers, but I’ve heard it’s discouraged. On the other hand, the fact that Berkeley is also on a semester system may help you (but I wouldn’t know that). If that’s where you are really set on going, you should send an application their way also. If you don’t feel a need to apply to Berkley, I would apply to UCLA exclusively and write about why in the personal statements.</p>
<p>It’s doable, but many will tell you it’s not probable. Make sure you complete your GE requirements at Merced so you can get UC to UC reciprocity. Maintain a high GPA (3.8+). Have extra curricular activities that show that you’re not a one dimensional person and have the capacity to be a leader and an active member of the campus community.</p>
<p>Also, stop hating Merced. It’s an extremely young school that’s making profound progress. You can choose to whine and complain about what you have and hate life or accept things and be a more positive and upbeat person and actually enjoy a lot of things you’re probably taking for granted.</p>
<p>I transferred from UC Santa Cruz to UC Berkeley. If you have questions feel free to PM me.</p>