Test Apps
We strongly recommend you have a “test app” so that you are able to see what applicants can see on the application.
How do I create a test app?
Click “Create an account”
You may use your UCSD email or a personal email. This will be the email you use each time you need to log in to your test application.
In one of the “Name” boxes, include the word “TEST” – this will help us with locating your test app among the real applicant records.
Once your account has been created, click “Start New Application” to visit the application.
How do I see my program’s custom questions?
Custom application questions are a unique page that appears between the “Test Scores” page and the “Recommendations” page on the application. The questions only appear after you select your program on the Program Selector page.
What if my program’s application is currently closed?
If your application is currently closed (i.e. you are not able to select your program in the dropdown on the “Program Selector” page) then you will not be able to view your application’s custom questions.
If you need to see your custom questions but you can’t select your program, email gradadmissions@ucsd.edu (or your Admissions Evaluator/Officer). We will update your test record to have the correct program selected. When you log in to your test app, do not visit the Program Selector page, or the selection will be reset back to blank and you will need to contact us again.
