University Requirements
- Entry Level Writing Requirement
- American History & Institutions (AHI)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Entry Level Writing Requirement can be met with:
While UC will not consider SAT or ACT test scores when making admission decisions or awarding Regents and Chancellor’s scholarships, test scores can be used for course placement after you enroll. If you have a qualifying test score that satisfies the ELWR that you have not reported to UC, you can choose to do so by logging in to your UC application to self-report your scores and then arrange for the testing agency to send the official test scores to UC San Diego.
Take the Analytical Writing Placement Exam (AWPE) as soon as possible.
If you pass the exam, your ELWR will be met and you can enroll in HUM 1 winter quarter. If you do not pass the AWPE, you must complete AWP 3 or AWP 4A-4B depending on your exam placement, or pass an approved English transfer course prior to starting at UC San Dego.