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Each UC campus has its own personality, strengths, and culture. Researching them now helps you decide which campuses to apply to and gives you material for strong PIQ responses!
| Campus | Vibe | Known For | |--------|------|-----------| | UCLA | Competitive, urban LA | Social sciences, arts, film | | Berkeley | Elite academics, activist culture | STEM, business, research | | San Diego | Near beach, residential colleges | STEM, healthcare | | Santa Barbara | Coastal, social | Sciences, engineering | | Davis | College town feel | Agriculture, veterinary | | Irvine | Suburban, diverse | Growing reputation, STEM | | Santa Cruz | Alternative, scenic | Environmental, marine biology | | Riverside | Most diverse, excellent aid | Business, engineering | | Merced | Newest, smallest | Best financial aid packages |
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