Ms. Sun
@askmssun.bsky.social
UC admissions expert specializing exclusively in University of California first-year and transfer applications since 2006. Founder of AskMsSun.com.
Key takeaways from the Fall 2026 UC and CSU counselor conferences: UCs are checking ALL applicants for unreported college coursework. CSUs loosened their Language Other Than English and Visual & Performing Arts requirements for freshman applicants. Find more updates at askmssun.com/uc-csu-couns...
October 5, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Key takeaways from the Fall 2026 UC and CSU counselor conferences: UCs are checking ALL applicants for unreported college coursework. CSUs loosened their Language Other Than English and Visual & Performing Arts requirements for freshman applicants. Find more updates at askmssun.com/uc-csu-couns...
The Fall 2027 UC Application submission cycle is open (deadline is November 30). Application fees are now credit card only, so plan ahead if you don't have one. When to submit and what to check before and after: askmssun.com/uc-applicati...
October 1, 2026 at 5:27 PM
The Fall 2027 UC Application submission cycle is open (deadline is November 30). Application fees are now credit card only, so plan ahead if you don't have one. When to submit and what to check before and after: askmssun.com/uc-applicati...
Fall 2027 UC TAG applications are due Wednesday (9/30/2026). Before you submit, confirm your major is TAG-eligible at your TAG campus and that you meet the minimum GPA for that major. Find more information at askmssun.com/uc-tag-deadl...
September 28, 2026 at 5:03 AM
Fall 2027 UC TAG applications are due Wednesday (9/30/2026). Before you submit, confirm your major is TAG-eligible at your TAG campus and that you meet the minimum GPA for that major. Find more information at askmssun.com/uc-tag-deadl...
Is UC bringing back the SAT? Not yet. The Regents just held their first formal discussion on the topic since 2020, and UC's own data cuts both ways. Here's the timeline and what it means for you: askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
September 23, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Is UC bringing back the SAT? Not yet. The Regents just held their first formal discussion on the topic since 2020, and UC's own data cuts both ways. Here's the timeline and what it means for you: askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
Confused about the college system at UCSD? Focus on what matters most: the general education requirements. Find a primer on how to rank the colleges, with resources and a shortcut for students who want a side-by-side comparison, at askmssun.com/ranking-ucsd...
September 9, 2026 at 4:11 AM
Confused about the college system at UCSD? Focus on what matters most: the general education requirements. Find a primer on how to rank the colleges, with resources and a shortcut for students who want a side-by-side comparison, at askmssun.com/ranking-ucsd...
The Fall 2027 UC TAG filing period is open (9/1-9/30). Six UCs offer guaranteed admission to qualified California community college transfer students. Find requirements, deadlines, and campus links at askmssun.com/uc-tag-filin...
September 5, 2026 at 12:54 AM
The Fall 2027 UC TAG filing period is open (9/1-9/30). Six UCs offer guaranteed admission to qualified California community college transfer students. Find requirements, deadlines, and campus links at askmssun.com/uc-tag-filin...
California state legislators are now pushing UC to reinstate the SAT faster, and one plans to introduce legislation. But the California Legislature cannot override the Regents on admissions policy. No changes for this cycle. Post updated with the latest: askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
August 25, 2026 at 7:59 PM
California state legislators are now pushing UC to reinstate the SAT faster, and one plans to introduce legislation. But the California Legislature cannot override the Regents on admissions policy. No changes for this cycle. Post updated with the latest: askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
Is UC bringing back the SAT? Not yet, but the testing review has been accelerated. Recommendation to the Regents by June 2027. No changes this cycle. Full breakdown at askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
August 23, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Is UC bringing back the SAT? Not yet, but the testing review has been accelerated. Recommendation to the Regents by June 2027. No changes this cycle. Full breakdown at askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
Six of the nine UCs offer Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) to California community college students. The Fall 2027 filing period is coming up in September (9/1-9/30). Find the requirements, deadlines, and resources at askmssun.com/uc-transfer-...
August 23, 2026 at 3:54 AM
Six of the nine UCs offer Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) to California community college students. The Fall 2027 filing period is coming up in September (9/1-9/30). Find the requirements, deadlines, and resources at askmssun.com/uc-transfer-...
Your major on the UC Application is not just a checkbox. It needs to be supported by your coursework, activities, and Personal Insight Questions. Read four fictional case studies showing how major selection can shape your admission outcome at askmssun.com/uc-first-yea...
August 6, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Your major on the UC Application is not just a checkbox. It needs to be supported by your coursework, activities, and Personal Insight Questions. Read four fictional case studies showing how major selection can shape your admission outcome at askmssun.com/uc-first-yea...
The Fall 2027 UC Application is open now. Whether you're applying as a first-year or transfer student, start early, gather your documents, and give yourself plenty of time. Tips and resources at askmssun.com/uc-applicati...
August 3, 2026 at 3:44 AM
The Fall 2027 UC Application is open now. Whether you're applying as a first-year or transfer student, start early, gather your documents, and give yourself plenty of time. Tips and resources at askmssun.com/uc-applicati...
The University of California released its preliminary Fall 2026 admission stats. I've compiled the data tables, available campus press releases, and news coverage in one place: askmssun.com/uc-prelimina...
July 31, 2026 at 6:47 AM
The University of California released its preliminary Fall 2026 admission stats. I've compiled the data tables, available campus press releases, and news coverage in one place: askmssun.com/uc-prelimina...
Move-in day is approaching for admitted UC students. Find back-to-college deals, dorm room essentials, and move-in checklist for every campus at askmssun.com/uc-move-in-d...
July 17, 2026 at 4:19 AM
Move-in day is approaching for admitted UC students. Find back-to-college deals, dorm room essentials, and move-in checklist for every campus at askmssun.com/uc-move-in-d...
Updated: UC's standardized testing review has been reorganized. BOARS rescinded its roadmap, but the Regents set a faster timeline (June 2027). A-G course review separated. If you're applying November 2026 or November 2027, here's what you need to know: askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
July 15, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Updated: UC's standardized testing review has been reorganized. BOARS rescinded its roadmap, but the Regents set a faster timeline (June 2027). A-G course review separated. If you're applying November 2026 or November 2027, here's what you need to know: askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
Have time for some summer reading? Here's my curated list of college admissions books, including what to read for UC-specific admissions strategy, college prep, study habits, and handling rejection: askmssun.com/best-college...
July 9, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Have time for some summer reading? Here's my curated list of college admissions books, including what to read for UC-specific admissions strategy, college prep, study habits, and handling rejection: askmssun.com/best-college...
The UC Application is open now for Spring 2027 at Merced (first-year and transfer) and Winter 2027 at Santa Cruz (transfer only). Not all majors are open, and the deadline is July 31. Learn more at askmssun.com/uc-applicati...
July 7, 2026 at 4:49 PM
The UC Application is open now for Spring 2027 at Merced (first-year and transfer) and Winter 2027 at Santa Cruz (transfer only). Not all majors are open, and the deadline is July 31. Learn more at askmssun.com/uc-applicati...
Now is the time to assess how your school year went and start planning for the next one. Find the resources you need to optimize how you prepare for the UCs at askmssun.com/uc-admission...
July 1, 2026 at 10:47 PM
Now is the time to assess how your school year went and start planning for the next one. Find the resources you need to optimize how you prepare for the UCs at askmssun.com/uc-admission...
Transferring to a UC? I see the same application mistakes show up every year, leading to waitlist offers or rejections, and they're entirely preventable. Here's what to watch for and how to fix it: askmssun.com/what-uc-tran...
June 17, 2026 at 12:44 AM
Transferring to a UC? I see the same application mistakes show up every year, leading to waitlist offers or rejections, and they're entirely preventable. Here's what to watch for and how to fix it: askmssun.com/what-uc-tran...
UC first-year & transfer admits: official transcripts are due 7/1. Other documents (IGETC/Cal-GETC) & test scores (AP) are due 7/15. Admission offers get canceled for missing documents every year. Learn the details at askmssun.com/uc-final-tra... so you don’t get caught off guard.
June 14, 2026 at 9:38 PM
UC first-year & transfer admits: official transcripts are due 7/1. Other documents (IGETC/Cal-GETC) & test scores (AP) are due 7/15. Admission offers get canceled for missing documents every year. Learn the details at askmssun.com/uc-final-tra... so you don’t get caught off guard.
Is UC reinstating the SAT? The answer: not right now. The earliest any change could take effect is Fall 2029 (November 2028 app deadline). But A-G may get an overhaul and that could have a much broader impact. See a breakdown of what’s happening and the timeline at askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
June 12, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Is UC reinstating the SAT? The answer: not right now. The earliest any change could take effect is Fall 2029 (November 2028 app deadline). But A-G may get an overhaul and that could have a much broader impact. See a breakdown of what’s happening and the timeline at askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
Most UCs require a higher level of LOTE proficiency to graduate than to be admitted. If you only completed year 2 of a foreign language in high school or skipped the optional Cal-GETC LOTE certification, you'll need to take more foreign language at UC: askmssun.com/uc-language-...
June 7, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Most UCs require a higher level of LOTE proficiency to graduate than to be admitted. If you only completed year 2 of a foreign language in high school or skipped the optional Cal-GETC LOTE certification, you'll need to take more foreign language at UC: askmssun.com/uc-language-...
Are the headlines about UC professors demanding the SAT come back worrying you? Three separate things are happening, and the media coverage is blurring them into one story. Find out what's actually going on and what it means for you at askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
May 30, 2026 at 5:14 AM
Are the headlines about UC professors demanding the SAT come back worrying you? Three separate things are happening, and the media coverage is blurring them into one story. Find out what's actually going on and what it means for you at askmssun.com/is-uc-bringi...
Admitted to a UC as a transfer student? Your SIR deadline is June 1. Find a checklist of what to do between now and enrollment, plus advice to help you hit the ground running, at askmssun.com/uc-transfer-...
May 28, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Admitted to a UC as a transfer student? Your SIR deadline is June 1. Find a checklist of what to do between now and enrollment, plus advice to help you hit the ground running, at askmssun.com/uc-transfer-...
Looking for additional Fall 2026 college options? 200+ colleges in the U.S. and abroad are still accepting first-year and/or transfer applications. Check out NACAC's College Openings Update (updated daily) at www.nacacnet.org/college-open...
May 22, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Looking for additional Fall 2026 college options? 200+ colleges in the U.S. and abroad are still accepting first-year and/or transfer applications. Check out NACAC's College Openings Update (updated daily) at www.nacacnet.org/college-open...
Are you a CA student looking for additional Fall 2026 college options? Find out-of-state colleges that are still accepting first-year or transfer applications at askmssun.com/colleges-sti...
May 20, 2026 at 4:12 AM
Are you a CA student looking for additional Fall 2026 college options? Find out-of-state colleges that are still accepting first-year or transfer applications at askmssun.com/colleges-sti...