<p>I think you really should just research which universities have the best programs for your major, you already know Merced and Riverside don’t… </p>
<p>My brothers girlfriend got into UCLA with a GPA of about 3.31 (music history). The program is not impacted like I imagine sociology is, but it happens. All we can tell you is to apply where YOU want to go. I think you know UCSB, UCSD, UCSC are all realistic possibilities. (Truthfully, I’ve heard tell that UCI has gotten REALLY competitive.)</p>
<p>Nonetheless, the point is that you should apply to some good middle tier UC’s (since CSU’s are out of the quiestion? Apply to UCLA and UCB and I would apply to UCM or UCR as a backup plan. </p>
<p>You can never tell solely on GPA as the application process has become a holistic one… good luck!!!</p>