<p>It is unlikely that “w” grades will have an effect on admissions. From the “Transfer Q&A with Senior Evaluators” session during the UC counselors conference (<a href=“http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/educators/counselors/resources/materials/conferences.html):%5B/url%5D”>http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/educators/counselors/resources/materials/conferences.html):</a></p>
<p>*A withdrawal (W) on a student’s record generally does not have an effect on the way the University reviews an applicant’s record</p>
<p>*If there are numerous withdrawals on a student’s record for many terms, the student might want to address this in the personal statement</p>