University of California at Los Angeles
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$11,442
Avg in-state tuition
$41,196
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About University of California at Los Angeles
The University of California, Los Angeles enrolls more than 44,000 students annually. The competitive public university accepts 12% of applicants and graduates 92% of its students. UCLA offers more than 135 majors at the undergraduate level and over 150 master's and doctoral programs. The 419-acre campus is home to 16 recreation centers and over 1,200 student clubs and organizations.
Rankings
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- #22 Ranked in Online Master's in Engineering Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.
This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.
This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.
This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.
14% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards96% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards91% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Not required or recommended
High school transcript Required
High school rank Not required or recommended
Letter of recommendation Not required or recommended
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Required
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards45k
Students enrolled
94%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
28%
Asian
26%
Hispanic
20%
Non-U.S. Citizen
14%
Two or more races
6%
Unknown
3%
Black
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
56%
Socio-economic diversity
25% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,442 | $41,196 |
| Graduate | $11,442 | $26,544 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,314 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,599 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,625 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,241 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,284 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $13,154 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $34,980 | $64,734 |
| Off-campus without family | $33,281 | $63,035 |
| Off-campus with family | $25,910 | $55,664 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
51%
State Grant Aid
34%
Institution Grant Aid
50%
Pell Grant
25%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$15k
Average student debt after graduation
$52k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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