Hey everyone, I'm starting my college applications and I heard UCLA might be test-optional now. Does anyone know if that's true for this year? I'm trying to figure out if I need to prepare my SAT scores before I apply. Any recent experiences would be really helpful!
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UCLA is test-blind for freshman applications, which means they do not consider SAT or ACT scores at all in their admissions decisions. This policy extends beyond test-optional and applies to all undergraduate applicants, including both in-state and out-of-state students. Even if you submit test scores, UCLA will not review them as part of your application evaluation.
The University of California system, including UCLA, eliminated standardized test requirements permanently in 2021. Instead of test scores, UCLA focuses on other aspects of your application, including your academic performance, extracurricular activities, personal insight questions, and achievements within the context of your opportunities.
When applying to UCLA, you should concentrate on maintaining strong grades in challenging courses, developing your extracurricular activities, and crafting compelling responses to the personal insight questions. The university employs a comprehensive review process that examines your academic and personal achievements in the context of your opportunities and challenges.
While UCLA doesn't require or consider standardized test scores, you might still want to take these tests if you're applying to other universities that require or recommend them. Keep in mind that many institutions have different testing policies, so it's important to verify the requirements for each school on your college list.
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