After receiving your admission offer, you must accept or decline your admission by June 1 (for transfers). Submitting your SIR confirms your spot at the UC of your choice. It will be linked to your student portal that you had created with the UC. If you do not intend to admit to one of your options, please decline the offer! By doing so, it is able to get waitlisted students to get out of the waitlist quicker. 

After being admitted to a UC, your acceptance is conditional, meaning you must meet certain requirements to keep your offer. Each UC campus will outline specific Conditions of Admission, which typically include maintaining your reported GPA, completing all in-progress coursework, and avoiding disciplinary issues. If you fail to meet these conditions, your admission could be rescinded.

If any changes occur after submitting your application—such as dropping a class, earning lower grades, or switching schools—you must submit an Update Form through your UC campus portal. It’s crucial to report these changes as soon as possible because failing to do so can put your admission at risk. Some UCs allow students to provide explanations for unexpected challenges, which may help them reconsider strict decisions.

If you’re waitlisted, start by carefully reviewing the university’s instructions to see if you need to opt in or submit additional materials. If allowed, consider writing a letter of continued interest to express enthusiasm and update the school on any new achievements. Since waitlist offers are not guaranteed, accept another school’s offer by the deadlineto ensure you have a solid backup plan. Keep your grades strong, as UCs may review final transcripts before making waitlist decisions. Finally, stay realistic and open to other opportunities, whether that means committing to a different school or considering transfer options in the future.