To be eligible for undergraduate admission at the University of California San Diego (UCSD), applicants must complete the UC freshman requirements. This includes completing 15 year-long high school courses (11 by the end of junior year) in subjects like history, English, math, science, and a foreign language. A minimum GPA of 3.0 for California residents or 3.4 for non-residents is required, though competitive applicants often exceed these thresholds.
Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are not considered due to UC’s test-blind policy. International students must demonstrate English proficiency via TOEFL (83+), IELTS (7+), or Duolingo English Test (115+). Additional factors include extracurricular achievements and personal insight questions.
