Overcrowding/Overenrollment Issues at top tier schools

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Triggered much

So … nothing? You could have just said you were all show, no go and saved everyone the time.

😂

I'm sad that you're so sad. That everything on this thread about your beloved overrated and grossly overpopulated school is true.

California will survive - promise!

😂

California might. UCLA in 20 years, without more budget cuts, sus

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

There are complaints about many schools on these boards. Some kids seem to enjoy and thrive in large settings and others in smaill. There are pages of issues listed about LAC, Cornell, Georgetown etc. If you don't want to send your kids to OOS schools that is fine but no need to bring down schools which are world class research institutions and seem tp be working just fine and getting more than 125k applications.

Please, with the 125k applications. UCLA and Cal are the best instate options price-wise for a high-population state. The tallest midget is still a midget. Where do you think those applications would go if Stanford, CalTech and Pomona were 75% off?

CA ais not some backward state. It has the best of the tech and entertainment industries and a highly entreprenuerial population and as a result a great in-state student population. The mandate of the UC system is to serve its state's population and they seem to be doing a great job at that. Most UCs are in the top 30.

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Triggered much

So … nothing? You could have just said you were all show, no go and saved everyone the time.

😂

I'm sad that you're so sad. That everything on this thread about your beloved overrated and grossly overpopulated school is true.

California will survive - promise!

😂

California might. UCLA in 20 years, without more budget cuts, sus

Yikes! Did they not even waitlist your kid(s)? 🤣

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

There are complaints about many schools on these boards. Some kids seem to enjoy and thrive in large settings and others in smaill. There are pages of issues listed about LAC, Cornell, Georgetown etc. If you don't want to send your kids to OOS schools that is fine but no need to bring down schools which are world class research institutions and seem tp be working just fine and getting more than 125k applications.

Please, with the 125k applications. UCLA and Cal are the best instate options price-wise for a high-population state. The tallest midget is still a midget. Where do you think those applications would go if Stanford, CalTech and Pomona were 75% off?

CA ais not some backward state. It has the best of the tech and entertainment industries and a highly entreprenuerial population and as a result a great in-state student population. The mandate of the UC system is to serve its state's population and they seem to be doing a great job at that. Most UCs are in the top 30.

Nah, #1 rated public in the U.S. for probably the last ten years (in the 5th largest economy in the world); but in DCUM reality, it’s just a grossly over-rated and over-populated quagmire on the brink of collapse. 🤣

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Triggered much

So … nothing? You could have just said you were all show, no go and saved everyone the time.

😂

I'm sad that you're so sad. That everything on this thread about your beloved overrated and grossly overpopulated school is true.

California will survive - promise!

😂

California might. UCLA in 20 years, without more budget cuts, sus

Yikes! Did they not even waitlist your kid(s)? 🤣

Aww, all you have left is personal attacks? Is that what ucla teaches? You could have learned that at Santa Monica CC!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Many kids love it. And, some have rich parents who can afford to support a nice and nearby apartment So-Sr years. But it does take a certain kind of kid to what to jump through all these hoops (for registration) and be in huge classes. My DC has friends there and was on the fence late in the game and is now glad they didn't end up attending. (But I am sure would have loved it despite the hassles if they had attended)

This is so helpful. Great info.
Wish we had this honesty about every school.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Triggered much

So … nothing? You could have just said you were all show, no go and saved everyone the time.

😂

I'm sad that you're so sad. That everything on this thread about your beloved overrated and grossly overpopulated school is true.

California will survive - promise!

😂

California might. UCLA in 20 years, without more budget cuts, sus

Yikes! Did they not even waitlist your kid(s)? 🤣

Aww, all you have left is personal attacks? Is that what ucla teaches? You could have learned that at Santa Monica CC!

🤣

Didn’t you kick this off with your own mouthing off with your mockery about being sad for other people?

Now you want to throw the “personal insults” flag because someone correctly laser-focused on your unusually intense animus for a school that has obviously gotten under your skin by (refusing to admit you and/or your kid(s), obv.)?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

My experience as a grad student there was that UCLA undergrads had absolutely bought into the fancy marketing that UCLA is world class with the best weather and in the best location in the world. They assumed it was a great school because it was so hard to get into. They all assumed that impossible registration for courses, absolutely no advising, lack of faculty interest in teaching, rampant cost cutting, and the racially segregated student body was standard at all universities and didn't question it. All of the grad students from outside the UC system were appalled at the terrible undergrad instruction and lack of advising.

My take after 5 years teaching undergrads there was that the student body was very bright so UCLA was able to coast by with a terrible quality of undergrad instruction, but excellent sports, weather and location.

Super helpful.
Thank you!!!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Just curious what you are claiming is not true. Which of the following do you dispute

--UCLA regularly puts three freshmen and/or sophomores in dorm rooms built as doubles

-- There is an even greater housing shortage at the other UCs

-- The list of impacted majors at most UCs include popular majors like computer science, engineering, psychology. . . .

--It is very difficult to transfer into an impacted major

--There are some classes in certain majors with other 1000 students enrolled, at least at Berkeley

--It can be difficult to register for required classes

What about incoming freshman with 50+ units already banked via AP testing and matriculating into a major that’s not impacted? Do they have a chance of graduating in less than six years?

I’d like to know this as well.

[Anonymous]

All UCLA did for me was land me in Silicon Valley, ruining my life forever. The end.

0/10 - would not recommend.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Just curious what you are claiming is not true. Which of the following do you dispute

--UCLA regularly puts three freshmen and/or sophomores in dorm rooms built as doubles

-- There is an even greater housing shortage at the other UCs

-- The list of impacted majors at most UCs include popular majors like computer science, engineering, psychology. . . .

--It is very difficult to transfer into an impacted major

--There are some classes in certain majors with other 1000 students enrolled, at least at Berkeley

--It can be difficult to register for required classes

What about incoming freshman with 50+ units already banked via AP testing and matriculating into a major that’s not impacted? Do they have a chance of graduating in less than six years?

I’d like to know this as well.

Many if not nearly all students come in with a ton of credits. Don't assume that it's that special.

Go take a tour. Ask students about advising, including whether they were assigned a faculty advisor, how often they meet with their advisor, and what input their advisor has provided. Ask students about class registration and how many students graduate in 4 years. Ask about class sizes and quality and if they get feedback on written work product. Go sit in a lecture see who is paying attention or if the lecture is full. See if anyone asks questions. Ask if exams are multiple choice. Ask if cheating is a problem. Ask if there are enough materials for labs or if they run out. Ask about housing. Ask about what students do on weekends. Ask about the political parties and special interest groups in student government. Ask. Ask. Ask.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Just curious what you are claiming is not true. Which of the following do you dispute

--UCLA regularly puts three freshmen and/or sophomores in dorm rooms built as doubles

-- There is an even greater housing shortage at the other UCs

-- The list of impacted majors at most UCs include popular majors like computer science, engineering, psychology. . . .

--It is very difficult to transfer into an impacted major

--There are some classes in certain majors with other 1000 students enrolled, at least at Berkeley

--It can be difficult to register for required classes

What about incoming freshman with 50+ units already banked via AP testing and matriculating into a major that’s not impacted? Do they have a chance of graduating in less than six years?

I’d like to know this as well.

Many if not nearly all students come in with a ton of credits. Don't assume that it's that special.

Go take a tour. Ask students about advising, including whether they were assigned a faculty advisor, how often they meet with their advisor, and what input their advisor has provided. Ask students about class registration and how many students graduate in 4 years. Ask about class sizes and quality and if they get feedback on written work product. Go sit in a lecture see who is paying attention or if the lecture is full. See if anyone asks questions. Ask if exams are multiple choice. Ask if cheating is a problem. Ask if there are enough materials for labs or if they run out. Ask about housing. Ask about what students do on weekends. Ask about the political parties and special interest groups in student government. Ask. Ask. Ask.

Holy smokes. These are good.
I’m worried the answers will disappoint me at most flagships.
The best answers would be from SLACs right (other than the weekend question)….

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Just curious what you are claiming is not true. Which of the following do you dispute

--UCLA regularly puts three freshmen and/or sophomores in dorm rooms built as doubles

-- There is an even greater housing shortage at the other UCs

-- The list of impacted majors at most UCs include popular majors like computer science, engineering, psychology. . . .

--It is very difficult to transfer into an impacted major

--There are some classes in certain majors with other 1000 students enrolled, at least at Berkeley

--It can be difficult to register for required classes

What about incoming freshman with 50+ units already banked via AP testing and matriculating into a major that’s not impacted? Do they have a chance of graduating in less than six years?

I’d like to know this as well.

Many if not nearly all students come in with a ton of credits. Don't assume that it's that special.

Go take a tour. Ask students about advising, including whether they were assigned a faculty advisor, how often they meet with their advisor, and what input their advisor has provided. Ask students about class registration and how many students graduate in 4 years. Ask about class sizes and quality and if they get feedback on written work product. Go sit in a lecture see who is paying attention or if the lecture is full. See if anyone asks questions. Ask if exams are multiple choice. Ask if cheating is a problem. Ask if there are enough materials for labs or if they run out. Ask about housing. Ask about what students do on weekends. Ask about the political parties and special interest groups in student government. Ask. Ask. Ask.

Holy smokes. These are good.
I’m worried the answers will disappoint me at most flagships.
The best answers would be from SLACs right (other than the weekend question)….

Don't assume that SLACs are better, just like you shouldn't assume that UCLA is fabulous because it's highly ranked. Be a critical consumer. You're going to spend hundreds thousands of dollars and four years. The least you can do is spend an afternoon asking questions.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Just curious what you are claiming is not true. Which of the following do you dispute

--UCLA regularly puts three freshmen and/or sophomores in dorm rooms built as doubles

-- There is an even greater housing shortage at the other UCs

-- The list of impacted majors at most UCs include popular majors like computer science, engineering, psychology. . . .

--It is very difficult to transfer into an impacted major

--There are some classes in certain majors with other 1000 students enrolled, at least at Berkeley

--It can be difficult to register for required classes

What about incoming freshman with 50+ units already banked via AP testing and matriculating into a major that’s not impacted? Do they have a chance of graduating in less than six years?

I don’t know, where above did I mention graduating in six years?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Omg this sounds awful.

I now understand why no kids from our private go to UCLA or Berkeley

They are great if you are In-state. But definately not worth OOS prices. If I'm paying $60K+, my kid will have smaller class and the ability to get the courses they need when they need them.

Let's be honest. They are not great in-state. The price is right for in-state. And the name is great on the diploma. But the student experience sux.

Except UCLA is an absolute monster when it comes to outlasting literally every other university in the country when it comes to the core student rankings, including quality of life and overall experience.

But yeah, other than that …

Oh for sure. Other than the 5 pages on this thread of complaints. No, definitely.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles/

Now show us the schools that are so much better!!!

BHAHAHAHHA!! You're citing Niche?! Hahahahahah!!!!!!!

Cool! Show us the “real” rankings that count now! Niche is trash, so looking forward to seeing the treasure you bring forth to settle this!

Oh, wait - what’s that? The “real” rankings are the ones you see in this thread, comprised of parents whose kids were rejected by UCLA and some fugazi pre-med lecturer who claims that 1,200 student classes are commonplace?

Just curious what you are claiming is not true. Which of the following do you dispute

--UCLA regularly puts three freshmen and/or sophomores in dorm rooms built as doubles

-- There is an even greater housing shortage at the other UCs

-- The list of impacted majors at most UCs include popular majors like computer science, engineering, psychology. . . .

--It is very difficult to transfer into an impacted major

--There are some classes in certain majors with other 1000 students enrolled, at least at Berkeley

--It can be difficult to register for required classes

What about incoming freshman with 50+ units already banked via AP testing and matriculating into a major that’s not impacted? Do they have a chance of graduating in less than six years?

I’d like to know this as well.

Many if not nearly all students come in with a ton of credits. Don't assume that it's that special.

Go take a tour. Ask students about advising, including whether they were assigned a faculty advisor, how often they meet with their advisor, and what input their advisor has provided. Ask students about class registration and how many students graduate in 4 years. Ask about class sizes and quality and if they get feedback on written work product. Go sit in a lecture see who is paying attention or if the lecture is full. See if anyone asks questions. Ask if exams are multiple choice. Ask if cheating is a problem. Ask if there are enough materials for labs or if they run out. Ask about housing. Ask about what students do on weekends. Ask about the political parties and special interest groups in student government. Ask. Ask. Ask.

Undergraduate faculty advisors!

It’s not that a ton of incoming credits is special - it’s that saying graduating in four years is unlikely (when 2/3 or more of the incoming freshman class could be classified on Day 1 as a sophomore or even junior) is nothing more than an intentional distortion of the facts.

85% four-year graduation rate with all these tall midgets running around is actually consistent with others.