ACCEPTANCE RATE
8.7%
More selective than 5% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
Public University
University of California, Los Angeles
The University of California, Los Angeles is a vibrant public research institution located in the heart of Los Angeles, offering a diverse range of academic programs to over 46,000 students.
8.7%ACCEPTANCE
$15,166AVG NET PRICE
93%GRAD RATE
46.7KSTUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Los Angeles, CAcity
THE SIGNATURE
University of California, Los Angeles Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Founded in 1919, UCLA stands as a premier public university known for its commitment to educational excellence and public service. With a diverse student body of nearly 47,000 students, UCLA provides an inclusive environment that fosters academic achievement and social engagement. The university's campus reflects the vibrant culture of Los Angeles, situated in a city that thrives on innovation and creativity.
UCLA offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, encouraging interdisciplinary study and research. The supportive atmosphere on campus promotes collaboration among students, faculty, and staff, making it a hub for intellectual and personal growth. The surrounding Los Angeles area enhances the university experience with its rich opportunities for cultural engagement, professional development, and recreational activities, fully embracing the spirit of student life.
AT A GLANCE
TypePublicFour or more years
Founded1919
Settingcity467 acres
Calendarquarter
Religious affiliationNone reported
Athletics—
GETTING IN
Admissions
UCLA maintains a selective admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 8.7%. In the most recent application cycle, the university received 145,903 applications, reflecting its reputation and desirability among prospective students.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
SAT range is not reported.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Nov 30regular
Undergraduate application fee $80.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$13,747/yr
Out-of-state: $13,747/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$15,166/yr
▲ 13% since 2020-2155% receive aid
Average aid package $21,007.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Renowned for its strong emphasis on research and public service, UCLA offers a robust selection of undergraduate programs across numerous fields, promoting academic achievement and innovation.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
18:1
46.2% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
6-year graduation rate
93%
▲ 2 pts since 2016
First-year retention
97%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
124
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics.7.5%
Psychology, General.7.1%
Sociology, General.6.9%
Political Science and Government, General.6.5%
Behavioral Neuroscience.4.4%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.3.9%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
23.9K
Housing for approximately 72% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
13.1K
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
467 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
UCLA vs. peer institutions
How UCLA compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
University of California, Los Angeles
$15,166
UC San Diego
$13,293
University of Southern California
$41,496
California Institute of Technology
$23,397
Loyola Marymount University
$54,471
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$82,511
Compared with earnings for graduates of similar universities.
Working after 10 yrs
88.5%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
87.5%
87.5% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics. University Apartments is not affiliated with University of California, Los Angeles.