UC Office of the President will provide information on the state of first-year admission. Campuses will share an overview of their admission process, application, admit and enrollment data and trends, as well as program highlights. This session will conclude with a live panel discussion.

Campus representatives will be available on a drop-in basis to answer campus-specific questions that you may have. These chats do not include a formal presentation. You are able to join the chats at any time between 10:10 and 10:40 a.m.

Note: The campus chats will not be recorded. 

Admission 101 — First-year basics

Whether this is your first admission cycle or you’re looking for a refresher, join us in this introductory session as we discuss minimum admission and selection criteria, including A-G requirements, calculating the UC GPA, comprehensive review and more. You’ll leave this session with the UC basics and the resources to find answers to those common questions.

Level: Introductory

Admissions 201 — Strategies for the next level

You know the basics—now let’s tackle the tricky stuff. If you’ve been in the college counseling world for a while, you’ve probably come across some challenging cases. This session is all about those next-level situations: validation rules, out-of-state coursework, mixed records, English proficiency and online classes. We’ll break them down, share tips and help you feel more confident handling complex applications.

Level: Advanced

The art and science of enrollment management

What are the internal and external factors that drive UC admission decisions? Although there are no simple answers, join a discussion on the nuance behind the UC enrollment management process. This session offers a broad overview, providing greater insight into the complex engine that drives the admission process for UC campuses.

Level: All

Click. Guide. Support: UC admissions resources at your fingertips

Discover how to seamlessly navigate UC’s systemwide online tools to better guide and support students. The session will highlight UC online tools and resources and where to find useful admissions data. Everything is just a click away!

Level: All

One size doesn't fit all: Alternative majors for first-year applicants to consider

Each year, we see a high volume of UC applications concentrated in a small number of majors, leading to higher selectivity for some popular programs. But students may not be aware of similar majors that are less selective and help them to reach their career goals. Join us to learn more about popular majors systemwide and alternative options for applicants to consider.

Level: All

UC for all: Unlocking opportunities for undocumented students

Join us for an informative and empowering presentation designed to provide you with the tools to support undocumented students pursuing UC. Learn about key policies that affect undocumented students, as well as available UC resources to assist them in navigating academic, financial and personal challenges.

Level: All

Campus representatives will be available on a drop-in basis to answer campus-specific questions that you may have. These chats do not include a formal presentation. You are able to join the chats at any time between 12:30 and 1 p.m.

Note: The campus chats will not be recorded. 

Decoding your (Academic History) DNA

Join us as we focus on the Academic History section of the UC application, a key building block of a student’s admission review. Together, we will review a range of unique coursework scenarios, including summer school courses, mixed records and college courses, and unravel how students can most accurately report these.

Level: Advanced

Hanging in the balance: The future of financial aid 

With Congress racing against the clock to finalize the fiscal year 2026 budget by September 30, the fate of federal financial aid hangs precariously. Will vital changes be enacted, or will they be delayed? The uncertainty looms large, leaving us all wondering what the next academic year will hold. 

Join this session to get the latest information and understand what these potential shifts could mean for your students wanting to attend UC. The decisions made in the coming months will determine the path forward, and you won't want to miss what happens next. 

Level: All

The application station: All aboard for a breakdown of the UC application basics

Don’t miss the bus! Hit the road with us as we map out how to advise students through each stop of the UC application, offering key tips and tools to maximize their admission review. Come find your seat and get your wheels turning!

Level: Introductory

Making it clear: Transfer pathway basics

This session will give you the basics of transfer admission to assist you in advising your students about the transfer route to UC. We will cover the misconceptions of attending a community college, benefits of the available transfer pathways, and best practices for preparing your students for a successful transfer.

Level: All

Rodeo ready: A dual enrollment roundup

Navigating dual enrollment can feel a bit like the wild west. So saddle up and join us as we discuss how college courses may fulfill A-G requirements, how to report them in the UC application and how UC sizes them up come admission time — ensuring a smooth ride as you help your students break barriers like Beyoncé and blaze their own trail.

Level: All

We just want to talk: Approaching the PIQ conversation with purpose

The Personal Insight Questions are a conversation with the UC campuses that allows applicants the opportunity to tell their story and show admissions who they are beyond academics and extracurricular activities. However, 350 words isn’t a lot of space! Let’s talk about how to get straight to the point and maximize students’ usage of the PIQs.

Level: All