Colleges University of California—Los Angeles

UCLA www.ucla.edu

University of California, Los Angeles is a public institution that was founded in 1919. Its 419-acre campus is located in LA’s Westwood neighborhood, five miles from the Pacific Ocean in Southern California. Undergraduates conduct research as early as their freshman year, with more than half of UCLA students graduating with research experience in the humanities, social sciences, and STEM disciplines. Outside the classroom, UCLA offers more than 1,000 student organizations, including media groups, and more than 65 Greek chapters. A busy walkway known as the Bruin Walk connects the residence halls to the heart of campus. UCLA guarantees students housing for three years.

Academics

UCLA encompasses the College of Letters and Sciences and a number of graduate schools and programs, including the highly ranked Anderson School of Management, Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science, School of Law, and David Geffen School of Medicine. UCLA also has a prestigious School of Theater, Film and Television, and School of Dentistry. The Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center is one of the top-ranked hospitals in the country. The student-faculty ratio at UCLA is 19:1, and the school has 49% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. Popular majors include Economics, Sociology, and Political Science and Government.

Special Highlights

Entrepreneurship & Innovation. The Harold and Pauline Price Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation offers a wide range of resources to support the academic and professional development of entrepreneurial leaders. Our research initiatives advance the theory and practice of entrepreneurship and innovation, while our course offerings, experiential learning activities and non-degree certificate programs prepare MBA students, undergraduates and working professionals to study, launch and manage growing ventures that will change the way we learn, work and live.

Be Well Bruin. UCLA is dedicated to creating and sustaining a healthy University community so students can achieve their personal and academic goals. As “Bruins,” students have access to a range of health and wellness services, from exceptional medical care and counseling to recreational activities, safety resources, peer advocacy, and more. A major part of this initiative is The RISE Center. The campus holistic wellness hub is committed to uplifting and supporting every Bruin’s psychological and emotional well-being by providing the education, resources, and tools needed to foster health, healing, and hope.

School Mission & Unique Qualities

As a public research university, our mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. UCLA is committed to academic freedom in its fullest terms: We value open access to information, free and lively debate conducted with mutual respect for individuals, and freedom from intolerance. In all of our pursuits, we strive for excellence and diversity, recognizing that openness and inclusion produce true quality. UCLA combines the close-knit learning environment of a spirited public school with the endless opportunities of a world-class city. Located in beautiful Westwood, minutes from Hollywood and the downtown city center of Los Angeles, the university offers everything you need to reach your full potential.

Student Reviews…

“My experience at UCLA was truly transformative. The vibrant campus culture fostered growth both academically and personally. The diverse community enriched my perspectives and encouraged collaboration. I particularly appreciated the exceptional faculty who were not only experts in their fields but also dedicated mentors.”