“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
Today, we’re covering 4 of the best UC San Diego essay examples we’ve ever seen. And yes: UCSD accepted these essays. *cue streamers* These essays were pulled from a client who received our college admissions consulting and essay help services for the 2022-23 admissions cycle. We managed to help them craft 4 very strong UC … Read more
One of the things you’ll notice about many of the UC essay prompt 8 example essays online is that… well, they’re not quite helpful. Why? Well, it’s not that there’s anything wrong with the available examples online. But, it’s a problem of PIQ prompt 8 itself. In particular, PIQ prompt 8 is too obscure for … Read more
UC Essay Prompt 1 Example Essay That Worked We are fortunate enough to have a UC essay example that has helped our client get accepted into UC San Diego. So, for all the applicants whose dream school is at UC San Diego, listen closely. First, a few stats. Applicant Stats UC GPA: 3.5 SAT: 1250/1600 … Read more