University of California, Los Angeles

Tuition & Scholarships

Overview

Academic Requirements

Essay Requirements

Costs & Scholarships

Annual Expenses

Category	Estimated Cost
Tuition & Fees	$14,478
Room & Board	$17,148
Total	$31,626

Financial Aid

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Grants
Grants can be given out by the federal government, your state, or the college and are based on your financial need. Grants do not need to be repaid. At UCLA 28% of undergraduates qualified for the Pell Grant.
Merit Scholarships
UCLA offers a range of undergraduate merit scholarships with various eligibility criteria.
Parent and Student Loans
Student loans are sums of money given to students to help them pay for college now. The federal government or private banks can loan the money. At UCLA, 29% of undergraduates are recipients of federal loans.
Work Study
Work study typically refers to part-time on-campus jobs for students whose financial aid awards include this kind of financial assistance. The money you make can help offset the cost of attending college, if you’re willing to take on the part-time work!

Helpful Resources

How to Apply for US College Scholarships in High School

A comprehensive overview of the college scholarship application process in the US and offer tips and advice for increasing your chances of receiving scholarships.

Full-Ride Scholarships for International Students

For undergraduate programs in the US, international students have different options to do so, as each university has a unique approach to allocating financial assistance to students.