Which UC is the Best Choice for Physics Transfer Students?

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The discussion centers on the decision-making process for transferring from community college to a University of California campus for a physics major. The individual is considering UC Santa Barbara, UC Davis, UC Santa Cruz, and UC Irvine, with a preference for Santa Barbara due to its ranking of #8. There is also a question raised about the absence of UCLA in the application considerations, suggesting a potential rejection or lack of attempt to apply. The conversation highlights the importance of university rankings and the specific strengths of each institution in the context of pursuing a physics degree.
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If I don't get accepted to UC Berkeley, should I go to UC Santa Barbara, UC Davis, UC Santa Cruz, or UC Irvine? This is a transfer from community college for physics. I'm leaning towards Santa Barbara because I saw somewhere that they are ranked #8.
 
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Why didn't you try for UCLA? Or were you rejected already?
 
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