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The University of California (UC) system continues to be one of the most competitive public university systems in the nation, with hundreds of thousands of applicants (249,824 to be exact!) vying for limited spots each year. The 2025 admissions cycle was no exception, with some campuses seeing increased selectivity, while others expanded their waitlist admissions. For students in the Class of 2025 and beyond, understanding this data is essential for navigating this seemingly