<p>Hello
I was rejected from UCSD recently and would like to appeal. I have been reading appeal information and it seems that appeals are for people who have dealt with hardships throughout high school or have a special talent. In my case it is a hardship regarding my father. He has been dealing with severe mental insability and psychological disorders for many years which has caused great hinderance to my family and my academic achievements. He also lost his job. That being said my gpa and sat score are not on the lower side. They are pretty decent. I want to know where I can get information about appeal and whether or not I should do it on the phone or via letter. Which is more effective? How do I prepare for it and what steps do I need to take?</p>