<p>Does anyone know how the TAG agreement between Community colleges and UCI work? I am aware that not all of the community colleges have it, but is it true that if I apply to UCI, and later fill out the application for the agreement? I am completely lost and need some help. I am going to apply to UCI and other uc's in Fall 08. One thing that I really sweating is that I took statistics, but then I dropped it and got a W in it. Then, I found out that Calculus 2, which I will before I transfer, is equivalent to Stats. But I still have that "W" on my transcript, and I cannot afford to retake the Stats course to repalce the grade because I have other classes that I have planned to take. </p>
<p>Also, can anyone tell me how good are the chances of getting into UCI?? I mean I should have a 3.0 at the time that I apply. And what could I do to increase my chances of admission into UCI? I don't have much extracirrular and etc, but I have work experience. Will it hurt my chances If I do not have extracirrular. </p>
<p>Basically, what is the main thing that I need to worry about in order to get admission into UCI? </p>
<p>Major: Biological Sciences</p>
<p>Thank you in advance to all who take the time to read and reply.</p>
<p>According for the requirements for Biological Sciences for TAP:</p>
<h1>Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0</h1>
<h1>Complete one year of general chemistry with lab with a B or better in both semesters</h1>
<h1>Complete one year of general biology with lab equivalent to UC Irvine's BIO SCI 93, 94, and 100 lab with a grade of "C" or better.</h1>
<p>You will be fine with just one W on your transcript. I had one too, but I still got accepted into a few UC's. If you don't take the TAP route, then go through the IGETC route (which is what I did). You take general courses in different subject areas for IGETC certification, and need to have at least 60 transferrable courses to apply to a UC.</p>
<p>wait, what do u mean the TAP route? I took so many humanties courses at CC that I didnt even need (Being a bio major, i took econ b1 and b2 because I thought they would count towards my 60 units that I need). The thing is that being a bio major, i'll have so many units from my science courses, I really didn't have to take the other stupid courses. </p>
<p>Another thing where I don't understand is that If i apply as a bio major, but IFFF they don't accpet me into the bio major, will I get into an alternative major, or what? </p>
<p>Well, the school of Biological Sciences is quite large, so if you don't get accepted in a certain Bio field, you can have another as a backup choice. </p>
<p>I'll be going to CAL as a spring transfer. Good luck with everything!</p>
<p>I see. Well I am applying to UC's this Fall, and with the grades that I have, I'll be applying with a 3.0 but it'll be higher by the time I transfer. </p>
<p>I read a few threads on this fourm and students said that they got rejected from UCI even with like 3.5? And does the extracirrular and internships or volunteer work even matter for a community college student transfer? </p>
<p>And how do I increase my chances of getting accpeted to UCI? I mean anything in general that puts applicants over the edge or something? </p>
<p>It ultimately comes down to your essays/personal statement. I'm sure extracurriculars and internships pertinent to your major will make you a more attractive applicant than those without, so try to do one of those if you can. Anything you do to distinguish yourself from the norm, by showing passion & enthusiasm will help you in the end.</p>
<p>Here were my stats:</p>
<p>CC: Fullerton College
Major: English
Accepted: UCB, UCSD, UCI
Rejected: UCLA, UCSB (I didn't "submit" all the documents supposedly)
GPA: 3.92
Extracurriculars: None
Work experience: A lot.</p>
<p>As stated before, the personal statement plays a large factor into your acceptance. So work tirelessly over your essays and make sure to get them peer-edited for constructive criticism. If you have any further questions about what I did for my personal statement, feel free to PM me.</p>