Writing Program Requirements
The UCSC Online Directed Self-Placement (DSP) |
How and when to take DSP, and how UCSC interprets your results. |
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The Analytical Writing Placement Exam (AWPE) |
The AWPE is no longer recommended for UCSC students. Instead, students should complete Directed Self-Placement. |
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The UC Entry Level Writing Requirement (ELWR) |
Satisfied by DSP result, certain previous courses, a passing AWPE or other assessment score, or completion of Writing Program course(s). |
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Composition |
Satisfied by certain courses taken prior to UCSC, or completion of Writing Program course(s). |
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