Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Online | ucla.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) is a public research university located in the Westwood district of Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1919 as the Southern Branch of the University of California, it is the second-oldest of the ten-campus University of California system. Encompassing a suburban campus of 419 acres designed in the Romanesque Revival architectural style, UCLA is divided into the College of Letters and Science and a number of graduate schools and programs, including highly regarded schools of engineering, business, film, theater, and the health sciences. The university is known for its rigorous academic programs and highly selective admissions process. UCLA offers on-campus housing across multiple residential halls and apartment complexes. Among its varied academic offerings, the university is renowned for majors in psychology, biology, and political science. In athletics, the UCLA Bruins compete at the Division I level in the Pac-12 Conference, with a storied history in men's basketball and football.
In the most recent statistical year 149,801 prospective students applied, and 12,845 were granted admission. Of those admitted 6,462 enrolled in the school. 44,390 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,040 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $11,564 plus fees of $1,837. UCLA is ranked 58 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UCLA is rated within the top 14% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of California Los Angeles within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#58 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in California
#1 in Best Public Colleges in California
#31 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1300/1530 |
| ACT | 29/35 |
| GPA | 3.92 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,433 |
| Other Fees | $1,837 |
| Room and Board | $17,231 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,915 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,980 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,433 |
| Other Fees | $1,837 |
| Room and Board | $17,231 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,915 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,052 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 27% |
| Biology | 14% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| History | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110662 IPEDS survey data for University of California Los Angeles.
Current students may use the University of California Los Angeles GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024