Computer Science

MAXIMUM OF EACH QUESTION ONLY 350 words. (base on the topic inside ( ) next to Things to consider’s questions. 
1)Please describe how you have prepared for your intended major, including your readiness to succeed in your upper-division courses once you enroll at the university.

Things to consider: 
How have classroom experiences shaped your interest in your major? (programming Java, C++ class)
What experiences outside of the classroom have helped develop this interest? (such as Researched and Read books)
have any experience related to your major outside the classroom? (such as built a PC gaming)
What other influences family/parent have steered you toward this major? ( parent low- income)
How is your intended major tied to your long-term goals.
Explain how you going to success in upper division classes.

2)Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced.

Things to consider: 
If you choose to write about educational barriers you’ve faced, how did you overcome or strived to overcome them? (hearing loss, high school with hearing aids)
What personal characteristics or skills did you call on to overcome this challenge? 
How did overcoming this barrier help shape who are you today?

3)Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?

Things to consider:
A challenge could be personal, or something you have faced in your community or school. Why was the challenge significant to you? (fulltime school, graveyard shift work, received good grade)
This is a good opportunity to talk about any obstacles you’ve faced and what you’ve learned from the experience. Did you have support from someone else or did you handle it alone? (hard life, want a future brighter)
If you’re currently working your way through a challenge, what are you doing now, and does that affect different aspects of your life? (better now, better job but not high income)
For example, ask yourself, “How has my life changed at home, at my school, with my friends, or with my family?”

4)
What do you believe makes you stand out as a strong candidate for admissions to the University?

Things to consider:
From your point of view, what do you feel makes you an excellent choice for UC? Don’t be afraid to brag a little.
What makes you special?
Why you work hard?