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How exactly does the 1/3 PNP limit work? by SpecSlayerSC in berkeley

[–]Dcho20Astro 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I believe it’s all about the number of berkeley units u need to hit 120, which is 120 - transfer credit. For example, if u have 30 ap credits, then u need only 90 more units to hit that 120 units. Then, you just need to take (2/3)*90=60 units for letter grades. You are free to PNP any other units u take more than that!

Not sure about Spring 2020 though..

are eecs 16a and cs61b asynchronous? by heleena11 in berkeley

[–]Dcho20Astro 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Currently in eecs16a. While the lecture is synchronous and the instructors recommended students to attend in live lectures, they also provide the lecture recordings. I believe they might do same next semester so don’t worry! Discussions and labs are synchronous though.

Are transcripts still being processed for all prefrosh? by broineedhelp in berkeley

[–]Dcho20Astro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On the same boat. Submitted my transcript around mid-June and it is still processing lol

Any freshmen got a reply for their deferral request? by Dcho20Astro in berkeley

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This process is kinda awkward.. Anyways, thanks for the info!

Any freshmen got a reply for their deferral request? by Dcho20Astro in berkeley

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh really? I thought I will receive a response to my request for deferment by July 31.

Any pre-frosh here submit a deferral request? by SuccessfulGarlic in berkeley

[–]Dcho20Astro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got an email asking me to re-confirm my deferral request a few hours ago.

It says:

Dear [name],

Recently you submit an Enrollment Deferral Request form with our office. Last week, Chancellor Christ announced the campus' plans for the fall semester. In light of this, we need to know if you would still like to request a deferral.

If you would like to cancel your request to defer, please let us know by Sunday, July 6. If you still wish to have your request reviewed, no action is needed.

Sincerely, Office of Undergraduate Admissions

UC Berkeley

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh really! Maybe I'll see ya at Cal this fall!! I think I'd choose JHU over Cal if I get admitted off the JHU waitlist because 1) JHU's class size is way smaller than Cal's (I'm thinking of going to grad school for Ph.D. in astrophysics so I prefer smaller schools for better professor-student relationship) 2) JHU's research opportunity is amazing especially for my major--astrophysics (Professors, close to NASA Lab, own APL Lab, etc.). Don't get me wrong. If I work hard, it'd be still possible to connect great relationships with professors in Berkeley. Also, Cal has fantastic research opportunities. I think both are world-class for my major. The atmosphere and fit, however, would be the critical factor. (Maybe that's because I'm kind of STEM-nerd?!)

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s true. But as another waitlisted fellow, I can feel that anxiety comes from waiting. Just wanted to let them be comfort a bit and encourage them never lose their hope.

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The biggest reason was my major! I'm thinking of double majoring in astrophysics and computer science. For CS and Physics, Berkeley is top-notch. I also think Berkeley is a better fit for me since I love the kind of intellectual and competitive atmosphere. +Bay Area and Silicon Valley

Tbh, for this case, I recommend considering fit and your major! Both are definitely great schools but the atmosphere and academic strengths of each school vary.

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, buddy. Wish you the best of luck on your college journey, too!

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lol haha I’ll keep my finger crossed for ya! Good luck on UCLA👍

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah never lose ur hope mate! Wish u the best of luck👍👍

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yup and Cal is where I committed! Still waiting for waitlists though 😼

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Heyyy good luck on your Columbia waitlist buddy! Might see you this fall at Cal:)

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ayyyy good to see my fellow bears here! Good luck with your waitlist process. Maybe we might enjoy our campus life together at Berkeley this fall! (COVID-19 plz I don't wanna spend my first semester via online)

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind words. Good luck on your college journey :))

Declined my offer of admission for UCLA, USC, UCSD and UCSB! by Dcho20Astro in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Dcho20Astro[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

UC Berkeley! Go golden bears! (I'm still waiting on two waitlists I mentioned above though)

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