Admission by Exception

If you don't meet the regular admission requirements, you may be eligible for Admission by Exception. You will have to demonstrate your ability and potential to succeed at the University.

Request for consideration for Admissions by Exception should be discussed in the personal statement portion of your application for admission.

If you think you qualify for Admission by Exception, contact the Admissions Office at the campus you wish to attend.

Berkeley | Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Davis | Admissions
Irvine | Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools
Los Angeles | Undergraduate Admissions and Relations with Schools
Merced | Admissions/Office of Relations with Schools and Colleges
Riverside | Student Information and Records
San Francisco | Office of Admissions and Registrar
Santa Barbara | Admissions
San Diego | Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools — Student Affairs
Santa Cruz | Admissions / Prospective Students