Quick Summary
Public research university in Los Angeles, United States — University of California, Los Angeles, est. 1919. Ranked #42 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 46430 students including 15% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Psychology, Medicine, Biological Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 9%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UCLA offers world-class academics, a vibrant Los Angeles location, and a massive alumni network. It consistently ranks as the top public university in the U.S. and provides unparalleled research opportunities.
Subject Strengths
PsychologyMedicineBiological SciencesMathematicsSociologyPerforming ArtsEducationEconomics
Founded1919
TypePublic Research University
Total Students46430
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size419 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRonald Reagan UCLA Medical Center,UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center,Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA
AccreditationWestern Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#42
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#15
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#13
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional,Continuing Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
290
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate9%
IELTS7
TOEFL100
Min GPA3.4
GREProgram dependent (many departments have eliminated it)
GMATRequired for Anderson School of Management MBA
SATTest-blind
ACTTest-blind
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
UCLA uses a holistic review process. Focus on the Personal Insight Questions (PIQs), demonstrating leadership, community impact, and academic curiosity. Since UCLA is test-blind, GPA and course rigor are heavily weighted.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$48,524/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$24,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$32,800/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$73,024/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$18,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional,Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Political Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| English | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$78,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery High
Industry Connections
Strong ties to entertainment (Hollywood)aerospacehealthcareand 'Silicon Beach' technology firms.
Notable Alumni
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,Francis Ford Coppola,Arthur Ashe,Jackie Robinson,Vinton Cerf,Mayim Bialik
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Pauley Pavilion,Drake Stadium,Los Angeles Tennis Center,John Wooden Center
Student Clubs
1200
Library Resources
12 libraries including Powell Library and Young Research Library, holding over 12 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available