“How strong do your UC PIQs need to be?” We actually get this question quite often here at PenningPapers. A lot of UC applicants are unfortunately surrounded by lots of arbitrary conjecture about the UC process. Some say the UC PIQs need to be written well to even be considered. Others say it has no … Read more
In this article, we’ll be discussing how to write the UC activities list. The UC activities list is an important element of your application. And, the right wording can help make your ECs and activities look much stronger than you expect. The University of California campuses receive many applicants every year. In particular, UCLA received … Read more
This article will show you what to do if you made a mistake on your UC application. This is also going to be quite a short article; however, that doesn’t mean it isn’t important. You’ll need to do everything you can to correct any mistakes made on your UC application, as misinformation can make or … Read more
The UC essay prompt 7 asks you to describe your contributions to your community or school. That’s why it’s also called the “community service” essay. Chances are, if you attend a high school that requires community service hours for graduation, you qualify for this prompt! But, don’t let that fool you! PIQ 7 goes through … Read more