what is an impacted major
UC Impacted Majors. Question: What is an Impacted Major? Answer: When more applications are received in the initial filing period (1st month of the filing period) from UC eligible applicants than can be accommodated by the campus. If you are interested in an impacted major, you must apply during the initial filing period. You will be subject to supplementary admission criteria. One place to find the most current impacted majors is found at this link: UC STATUS REPORT.