<p>I find that many classes are already closed but have some huge amount of wait list.
Back in my cc life , people in wait list are usually guaranteed to be enrolled.
Is UCSD the same case?</p>
<p>nope, which is why some people have to wait until jr/sr year to take some of the more popular GEs. somebody on this forum estimated about 10% of every class will drop, so you can do the math and see if your waitlist spot is a decent one.</p>