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Expert Tips: How to Write a PIQ

Abigail Julianna Loomis — October 11, 2023 - 5:48pm

With Halloween just around the corner, spooky season is officially here. And there is nothing more spooky than college applications. I felt like I had to write about all of my personal issues, showcasing a hyper-idealized version of myself. I had no idea what the 鈥渞ight鈥� prompts were for me to answer, or how to plan my responses. It was difficult, but it didn鈥檛 have to be, says our very own admissions director Robert Penman. He鈥檚 teamed up with me to offer you some helpful PIQ tips and tricks.

What Happens When I Submit My UC Application? | UC Davis

Abigail Julianna Loomis — November 09, 2022 - 11:30am

Thanksgiving has come and gone. You鈥檝e been rushing through the fall semester to get all your college applications in while still juggling your hectic senior year activities. You finally clicked that 鈥渟ubmit鈥� button. Now what?

How to Answer UC Application PIQs Like an Aggie | UC Davis

Abigail Julianna Loomis — October 19, 2022 - 11:30am

Applying to college can be scary, hectic and confusing. There are so many essays to write, edit, review, and so many different tips and tricks to handle it all. You might feel overwhelmed by all of this sometimes contradictory information. We know we did. That's why we have assembled some Aggie-approved college essay tips to help you stand out from the crowd!

Tips on Starting the College Application Process

Abigail Julianna Loomis — September 14, 2022 - 9:46am

Applying for college is stressful. There are so many applications, essays, deadlines, scholarships, webinars, and college tours. It can be hard to keep everything straight! As an undergraduate admissions advisor, here are five things I encourage students to keep in mind to maintain a level head and keep a clear perspective.

Record Number Apply for Undergraduate Studies at UC Davis

Julia Ann Easley — February 12, 2025 - 3:11pm

For the second consecutive year, a record high number of students have applied to the University of California, Davis, for undergraduate studies in fall 2025.

The 120,131 applications represented a 4.1% increase over the previous record of 115,349 last year and included a record high number of California residents. Growth in applications from groups historically underrepresented in higher education ranged from 0.4% to 5.8%.

Record Number Apply for Undergraduate Studies at UC Davis

Julia Ann Easley — March 06, 2024 - 9:00am

A record high of 115,349 students applied to the University of California, Davis, for undergraduate studies in fall 2024.

The applications represented a 4.7% increase over the previous record of 110,189 applications for fall 2022 and 5.5% over last year鈥檚 109,350. There was even higher growth in applications from groups historically underrepresented in higher education, as well as students seeking to transfer from California Community Colleges.

High Numbers Apply to UC Davis for Fall 2023

Julia Ann Easley — February 24, 2023 - 9:31am

UC Davis continues to attract high numbers of undergraduate applicants. For fall 2023, a total of 109,350 applied 鈥� just shy of last year鈥檚 record.

How to Handle College Apps!

Abigail Julianna Loomis — November 18, 2021 - 11:40am

Getting ready to apply for college and you don鈥檛 even know where to start, right? There are millions of forms and hundreds of essays to be written. Getting organized now will help you so much in the mad dash between now and the impending due date.

Record Number Apply for UC Davis Fall Entering Class

Julia Ann Easley — January 28, 2021 - 4:47pm

UC Davis has attracted a record 105,850 applicants seeking to enter as freshman and transfer students in fall 2021.

5 Tips for Writing Your College Application

Anonymous — November 14, 2018 - 10:00am

For just a moment, let's forget about Abstract Algebra, Pseudorandomness, Kant's Critique of Pure Reason or what to do with your major. We're going to talk about another subject that can fill students with anxiety: submitting a college application.