I have cousins that go to undergrad at some of the UCs. I really don't know why California is so stingy with it's instate spots vs. Texas. I wonder if it's political, but then again aren't democrats supposed to be more altruistic. There education system seems in shambles. My cousins told me they raise tuition like 30% each year. At many of the other non-UC schools they don't even have enough money to provide classes students need. I thought democrats are supposed to care about education. They do so much world class research there and the schools are well known. Doesn't that generate enough revenue? I just really don't understand California. 70% is just not enough for California's premed situation. There are tons of premeds and they are cutting spots for residents who are paying taxes. I'd be infuriated. I think UC schools are even more open to offering non-US residents spot as well if you are qualified. Although Texas is a republican state, they seem to care about their residents by offering 90% of their slots to instate residents. They offer cheap and affordable tuition. You can apply to all 8 TX schools for $145. What's so different about California that they can't do the same? I thought Republicans are more money hungry than Democrats. In this situation, it seems like the opposite.
