Webinar: UC Admissions: A Deep Dive into the Personal Insight Questions by CollegeAdvisor.com

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About this Webinar

The University of California application gives students a unique opportunity to tell their story through the Personal Insight Questions. In this webinar, led by former UCLA Admissions Officer Frinee Berrios, students and families will learn how to approach the PIQs strategically and use them to add depth and personality to the rest of the application.

We’ll break down what UC admissions readers are looking for, how to choose the strongest prompts, and how to develop responses that highlight a student’s experiences, values, growth, and impact. We’ll also discuss common mistakes, effective brainstorming techniques, and how to make each response feel distinct while still creating a cohesive overall application.

By the end of the session, students will have a clearer understanding of how to turn the UC Personal Insight Questions into one of the strongest parts of their application.

Agenda

UC Admissions: A Deep Dive into the Personal Insight Questions Presentation
Live Q&A

Frinee Berrios

Associate Director at UCLA Anderson Management School of Business

I am an education advocate with over 7 years of experience. I currently work as an Associate Director at UCLA Anderson Management School of Business where I lead admissions and recruitment strategies, oversee the student affairs team, and provide career counselling to students throughout their academic journey.

I'm deeply passionate about creating inclusive environments that empower students to succeed and thrive in their academic pursuits. Previously, I worked at Florida International University as an Admissions Officer, where I built strong relationships with 9th - 12th grade prospective students, their families, and other key stakeholders in the community.

I earned my Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration and Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Florida International University. In addition, I earned a certificate in Academic Advising and member of the National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC).

If you catch me outside of work, I'm an adventurous traveller - 28 countries and counting. I'm an avid lover of fitness and yoga. During the summer, I earned my scuba dive certificate and hope to swim with whales one day.