Dedicated to giving prospective students the edge they need to
distinguish themselves among tens of thousands of peers, this guidebook
demystifies the essay portion of the application process to the top
University of California schools, including those in Berkeley, Los
Angeles, and San Diego.
With the high level of selectivity at University of California programs,
the unique essay requirements posed by the schools, and the
ever-climbing number of applicants, the book arms readers with 50
example essays that feature a discussion of the positive and negative
aspect to each one, tips from college admission officers and successful
applicants, and a description of the 25 essay mistakes to avoid at all
costs.
For anyone wishing to become a Bruin, Golden Bear, or student at any
school affiliated with the University of California system, this
resource serves as the ultimate must-have to maximize success when
composing the essay portion of an application.