Hello, I’m a premed transfer student. I’ve initially SIR’ed to UCLA but long story short, I’m regretting it right now. I’ve thought about it, and I’ve talked to my friends/parents about it but I think I’ve made the wrong decision. Considering the environment(I’m from Socal but Berkeley vibe is better for me), prestige, semester system, and slightly better financial aid(2k more), I think I should’ve chosen Berkeley. Is it too late right now? Sorry I know it’s late…but any advice? I’m depressed…
Make a phone call today. Only Berkeley admission office can tell you. Mine is reversed. I SIRd to Cal, and I regretted. I called UCLA admission on Friday if I can change my school, and they said no. I am going to try one more today and if they still say no, I just need to admit the fate lol. I was depressed too, but I made myself relieve by thinking positive aspects of Cal. But, hey UCLA is a great school, and I personally think going to UCLA is better for pre-med. And also at the undergrad level, there will be no really difference between UCLA and Berk. I really want to trade the school with you if I can lol.
I think premed is better at UCLA. Anyways, you have to really show them that you want to attend Cal. Write an email to them, explaining the situation. If you thoroughly tell them about your situation, they’ll understand it. They know that thing changes. I’ve heard that email works better than phone calls. Maybe try both.
Also, their response may vary depending on who answers your phone call. So maybe try to email to the higher-up authorities(ex.the Dean of your department).