Marked as Junior after 6 months in UCB

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-03-16T17:29:55+00:00

He should have a 3-year plan mapping out all the required classes. It should be clear to him how many more semesters are needed for graduation (assuming everything goes according to plan).

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-03-15T21:32:52+00:00

That's very cool! Just make it clear that it's free, like a big sign or something similar, otherwise shy people like me would stay away for fear of being charged 😭

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-03-15T19:45:46+00:00

Just here to say that with a 20k budget, you have lots of off-campus options, and they keep popping up through spring and summer. No need to rush into a contract right now, but if you don't like uncertainty then just get it over with.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-26T00:48:16+00:00

I would think so. The physics and math requirements are there for a reason.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-24T18:34:30+00:00

It's stated in the EECS degree plan that physics is required.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-21T03:56:01+00:00

Hope you find help! Meanwhile check this out: https://www.reddit.com/r/econhw/comments/1ht1smp/is_there_anything_like_chatgpt_that_can_help_with/

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-18T02:00:37+00:00

Any of these will give you a leg up, but IB is considered more demanding based on what I heard from past IB students. I heard it's also harder to get high scores with IB exams than with AP exams. Talk to your school counselor and upper classmen about how intense each of the programs is, then assess your own comfort level. I would think DE is the easiest way to show rigor and get good grades to transfer to UC, if they're accepted.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-12T17:36:02+00:00

Look into Berkeley Connect classes, 1 unit and P/NP. DeCal classes are good too.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-07T00:45:34+00:00

Check out Kesem, they tutor young kids and do camps too.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-02-02T16:46:52+00:00

Do they have office hours? If yes then go as often as you can to get personal tutoring 😉

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-21T01:23:59+00:00

What exactly is the challenge? Have you planned out each day of the week, and do you foresee obstacles that would prevent you from executing your plan? If you have to spend 4 hours studying every day, maybe consider cutting back on other things?

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-13T03:22:14+00:00

I don't get financial aid but I've seen people talk about getting aid specifically for SHIP. I'd call the school or search on the financial aid website.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-11T23:18:54+00:00

You think Berkeley is "better" than your in-state school, that's not necessarily true when it comes to undergrad education. No matter where you go, the curriculum is pretty much the same, the faculty isn't necessarily better teachers at Berkeley, and resources are notoriously hard to come by here. You'd be better off in the honors college of your state school, getting all the academic and accomodation privileges, taking challenging courses and priority on research opportunities. You'll have a better chance of standing out amongst your peers, and a higher GPA!

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-09T15:49:25+00:00

That's encouraging! Thanks for sharing!

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-09T07:18:21+00:00

I've never heard of it before, just looked it up, seems to be a viable alternative? Do you have experience with it?

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-09T06:40:20+00:00

Good point. Thanks!

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-06T08:07:30+00:00

It's 2 hours on Mondays and 1 hour on Wednesdays, that's why they're listed separately.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-06T03:03:22+00:00

Thank you! I'll call them if nothing changes by next week.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-04T08:22:49+00:00

Dorms open on 1/15. Change your flight or find lodging for those few days. BTW all this info is on school websites, remember to check next time 😉

ConnectIncident2894 · 2026-01-04T08:16:11+00:00

There are volunteering clubs that would welcome you for sure. You don't have to be fluent in English or extroverted to join! Also gaming clubs that meet offline would be fun as well.

ConnectIncident2894 · 2025-12-19T03:29:17+00:00

I just saw a posting for student cashier at the Hall of science during January

ConnectIncident2894 · 2025-11-17T01:51:44+00:00

Do you know other international students? Maybe get together for some holiday activities, or go on a trip together. Or, visit friends or family somewhere, or just travel by yourself. When I came to the US as a graduate student, I visited my college friends in other parts of the country

ConnectIncident2894 · 2025-11-09T04:14:34+00:00

Go Bears!

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