Entry Level Writing Requirement

The University of California requires all undergraduate students to fulfill the UC Entry Level Writing Requirement (ELWR) within a limited timeframe. This is one of the undergraduate degree requirements. Students who fulfilled the ELWR can proceed to enroll in their College Writing courses. 

First-Year Incoming Students

All first-year incoming students who do not have another way to fulfill ELWR must complete UCSD’s Writing Placement Process (WPP) in summer.

Transfer Students

All transfer students must complete two UC-transferable English composition courses prior to their transfer. If you are a transfer student, from California or out-of-state, you have met the ELWR and do not need to complete the Writing Placement Process.