The benefits of studying at University of California
Acceptance Rate
UCLA sits in the 20th place in the US National University Rankings 2022, being just as competitive as the Ivy League universities. In 2022 the acceptance rate fell as low as 8%.
Subject Strengths
UCLA has an excellent reputation across the academic spectrum. In the US World University Rankings 2022, UCLA ranks 1st in Environmental Law and Clinical Psychology.
Location
Located in Southern California, UCLA is in close proximity to Silicon Valley and the headquarters of big tech companies.
Notable alumni
With 15 Nobel Laureates, 15 MacArthur Fellows, 119 NCAA championships, UCLA has become a household name synonymous with academic and athletic excellence.
Extracurriculars
With more than 1,200 clubs and organisations, like Dancesport Club and Sports Medicine Club, you’ll find ample opportunities to discover new interests and make friends with like-minded Bruins.
Employability
According to QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022, UCLA stands firmly in the Top 3 universities that produce the most employable graduates.
Did you know?
The annual tuition fees for UCLA are over $46,000. UCLA does not award scholarships or financial aid to undergraduate students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States. International students must prove that they have sufficient funds available to them to pay for their educational and living expenses.
What is UCLA looking for?
Founded in 1919 and located in Los Angeles, UCLA’s Southern California campus spans more than 400 acres.
UCLA attracts students who excel in biology, economics, and psychology. The prestigious university looks for ‘‘students who have excelled academically and gained valuable perspective from the personal experiences that have helped shape their lives.’’
Each year, thousands of ambitious students apply for a place at UCLA, but the competition is notoriously fierce. So, how do you know if you have what it takes to compete? Book a complimentary university strategy meeting with the Crimson team today and find out!
What Admissions Officers are looking for
Top US universities are looking for the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow. As a result, they attract - and seek - well-rounded students who are not only eager to learn but likely to inspire others.
Whilst strong academics are a must, students must also demonstrate extracurricular engagement and clear personal qualities.
In short, good grades are not enough!
Academics
Alongside A/A* grades top universities would look for 1500+ SAT / 32+ ACT scores. However good scores alone are not enough to gain you admission!
Extracurriculars
They want to see evidence of consistent extracurricular engagement in something you're passionate about. They also want to see evidence of leadership; students who take on responsibility and inspire those around them.
Essays
This is your opportunity for the Admissions Officer to really get to know you, it's a reflective, creative and personal essay. But, they are more interested in the effect the event had on you than the story itself.
Personal qualities
Admissions Officers want to ensure that their university is the best fit for both you and them. They are looking for students that will compliment both the classroom dormitory atmosphere.
Crimson is here to help!
Applying to top US universities is a difficult task which is why so many students seek external support.
Each of our programmes are tailored to the student and are delivered by a carefully selected team of mentors who provide focussed support with each and every aspect of the process.
We are proud to say that students who work with us are four times as likely to get into their dream university than those who apply alone.
By speaking to one of our Academic Advisors you will receive;
- A full review of your academic and extracurricular profile
- Tailored guidance as to suitable university pathways
- An outline of what they need to do to achieve their goals
University strategy
Multi-year support with application preparation and submission with the help of a personalised roadmap.
Admission test tutoring
One-to-one sessions covering test content, technique and confidence for the best chance of getting a great score.
Essay development
Support with essay statement ideation, tone, language and structure as well as multi-draft feedback.
Extracurricular mentoring
Extracurricular and leadership project planning, execution and reporting to ensure passion and impact are demonstrated in the application.
Interview preparation
Coaching on how to answer common questions and communicate a story persuasively.
Financial aid and scholarship strategy
Guidance on the options, requirements and help completing necessary paperwork.
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