<p>I am applying this fall to UCLA for Fall 2012 admission. My only problem is that I have no idea what major I intend on applying to. My vision is that I need to know WHAT major I can major in since I only have one semester after this to take any prerequisites necessary for that major. (I will have completed 60 units in 3 semesters instead of 4)</p>
<p>Spring 2011: 18 units
Econ 101 (macro)
PHSC 100 (physical science)
MCS 165 (muliticultural studies)
Anth 107 (linguistic anthro)
AIS 104 (native american art)
AIS 105 (native american music)</p>
<p>Fall 2011: 15 units
Econ 102 (micro)
JS 107/RS 107 (Jewish studies)
GC 110 (Graphics communications)
GC 100 (Graphics communications)
Phil 103 (philosophy of human nature)
ID 100 (interior design) --> not UC-transferable/must decide to withdraw or not</p>
<p>Given that I will be completing the 60 UC-transferable units in THREE semesters instead of FOUR, I will be taking about 27 units next semester. I still have to complete:</p>
<p>1 English composition (5 units)
1 English critical thinking (5 units)
1 Math (5 units)
1 Science + lab (4 units)
= 19 units</p>
<p>What classes can I take in one semester as prerequisites for a specific major? I know that I can't do business for instance because I must have completed 2 semesters of calculus, and I will only have time to do one.</p>
<p>Psychology has too many science prereqs I’d have to complete next semester (Biology, Chemistry, Calculus)… Communications I need to have 4 of the prereqs completed by this fall (which I don’t have), and Sociology I could possibly do.</p>
<p>I was considering Architectural studies because the prereqs they expect you to take AT UCLA, but there are some additional documents required, and although I am very artistic and creative, I don’t have any awards under my name or shows or internships in that area.</p>
<p>I’m not trying to hijack the thread but seriously, if you don’t know your major then why bother applying? Isn’t staying at cc to find your real “passion” much better than transfer and be wrapped by unit cap?</p>
<p>If I were you, I would stay at cc another year or so, taking more classes in different areas to see which one you want to major in then transfer. You don’t want to rush into UCLA without knowing your major, then have your ass kicked by going over the unit cap. If you are passionate about something, then whether it’s impacted or not doesn’t mean a damn…</p>
<p>The reason I want to “rush” into UCLA instead of taking extra time at cc is because I know that I will be pursuing a graduate degree, whether it be an MBA or Law degree, and that my bachelor’s degree really holds little significance with that taken into account.</p>
<p>It is extremely counter-productive for me, personally, to stay at community college as I feel like I am being hindered rather than inspired and motivated. I don’t know what it is that I am passionate about yet, but I am sure that it wouldn’t be too much trouble to switch majors while at UCLA.</p>
<p>Since you haven’t even taken a single math course or a lab course, that takes out a whole bunch of majors. So you’ll most likely have to choose something within humanities. But thinking of pursuing a MBA is a joke if you haven’t even taken a math course yet. You’re weeding out all the finance/business-related majors because they all require at least a year a calculus before you can transfer. Also most of the top biz schools prefer you to have at least 2 yrs of working experience prior to enrolling… which means your bachelor’s degree will matter… </p>
<p>If you’re thinking of going into law, go with political science, philosophy, or English. I suggest you make up your mind soon before you end up transferring to a UC, and end up paying several thousands dollars a year in tuition because you have no idea what you want to do.</p>
<p>For probably want to stick with your idea of sociology. Or look into Anthropology. It is actaully my major. I plan to transfer to Davis. Their Anthro major is very broad and will allow me to take classes in history and other fields to complete the major. Whatever major you choose you will probably have to go over the summer to complete it which is not a big deal. It is just that at ccc you should get your GEs done, and get a few of the lower div requirements for your major done. Doesn’t seem like you have done that. So if you are intent on transferring you should pick a major with the fewest lower div requirements, plan to go over the summer and pick a back up school. UCLA is extremely competitive to get into. Why not do a TAG (transfer admission guarantee) to another school like Davis or UCSD as back ups and a regular admission to UCLA?</p>
<p>I still have next semester to fulfill any of the prerequisites for my major, whatever it’ll be.
And also, I have completed what I am sure are prereqs to some majors (ECON 101 & 102 definitely).</p>
<p>xViral, of course I can still pursue an MBA even though I haven’t yet taken a math course at community college. Firstly, I am taking two math courses next semester, and I still have 2 years of undergrad to take math courses as electives. So I have plenty of time :)</p>
<p>Also, I have a 4.0 GPA, will be completing 60 units in 3 semesters instead of 4, working 30-40 hours a week for the past year, tons of extra curricular activities and volunteer work, sat on the board for a number of community involvement organizations and hold the title of President of the Jewish Student Union on campus.</p>
<p>I don’t think that applying to UCLA is a stretch by any means. The only problem is that I have to decide now which major I intend on studying, so that I can complete the prereqs by this spring.</p>
<p>I don’t think you will be able to apply for Econ. almost all UCs (and definitely UCLA) require Calculus 1 and 2 for Economics majors prior to transfer. </p>
<p>non-completion of ALL pre-reqs for Econ prior to transfer equals 0% chance of acceptance because econ is so highly impacted.</p>
<p>Anthropology would probably be your best choice because there are no math pre-requisites and you can just cram all anthropology classes your last semester.</p>
<p>You’re gonna take 27 semester units next term? That’s ridiculous. It bothers me that you think you’re being hindered at CC when you don’t even know what you want to study. I say this b/c if anything, being in a community college can be more motivating in that you’ve got teachers who actually care about you. If you feel suppressed, a simple change of attitude would do a lot for you. </p>
<p>Anyway, let’s put that aside. One problem is that you don’t actually have any pre-reqs done in the sense that you don’t even know your major. If you really don’t care about what you study while in uni, then I’d advise you to major in an area where you’ve taken at least one course. In most cases, you wouldn’t finish the pre-requisites so that leaves you with like 3 options: anthropology, some sort of art major, or philosophy.</p>
<p>Please don’t major in philosophy. It might be easy to get in, but it’s not an easy major at all. People seem to confuse those two.</p>
<p>Regardless of what you choose, you’ll want to put that negativity of CC aside for when you take your pre-reqs. I say that b/c you’ll need to at least be competent in your studies after you transfer, and I find it hard to do that when you don’t want to be in CC in the first place.</p>
<p>Do Anthropolgy! Acceptance rate for this major is aprox 60%. It’s a polular major at UCLA with lots of class options. There are over 700 Anthro undergrads @ UCLA.</p>
<p>There are only 4 pre-reqs for Anthro.
one course in culture and communication (Your Anth 107 Linguistic should cover this)
one course in sociocultural anthropology
one course in archaeology
one course in human evolution (This should be your Science + lab)</p>
<p>There are 11 upper division courses for the major. If admitted, you can take a few electives in math, accounting, and econ to prep you for an MBA.</p>
<p>If you are applying for Fall 2012 admission but will not take any Math or English courses until the spring of 2012 I do not think you have a very good chance of acceptance at UCLA. The last grades UCLA will see before they make a decision on admissions are the fall 2011 results. You will have no Math, no English but a lot of fluff courses that anybody could get a 4.0 GPA out of on your transcript for UCLA to make their decision on. Your transcript is going to send the message that you have been taking the easiest courses you could find and avoiding anything with any real rigor.</p>
<p>As much as you may think it is stifling you, you really need to take another year at your CCC and start taking some serious courses if you really want to go to UCLA.</p>
<p>I agree with SMCguy. My friend went anthro and is starting law school this year. She loved her classes and had time to make friends. I’m a south campus person (science), so I can’t say much more than that.</p>
<p>I’m thinking of applying to International Development Studies… because that’s actually what interests me beyond anything else at this time…</p>
<p>The prereqs I have left to complete next semester are:
intro to socio
statistics
cultural anth
geography
poli sci</p>
<p>Also this is a good option since I will also then have completed the prereqs for Global Studies. (socio, stats, anth)</p>
<p>I can also do Sociology. The prereqs (socio, stats and calculus).</p>
<p>Why would I wait another year to go into economics? Sure, economics would be awesome if I wanted to be an economist… except that doesn’t interest me in the slightest. Sociology, Global Studies, International Development Studies, are all great majors to go onto Law School or even pursue an MBA or whatever it is I choose later on.</p>
<p>I don’t see why you even made this thread, because I’m honestly convinced that you don’t give a **** about what your undergrad major is. You’ve done no research and all you probably care about is the prestige of the school you’re applying to. Why not just choose any major that you deem is the easiest and just apply your way onto grad school with an inflated GPA? After all that is your plan.</p>