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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.
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!
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 focused 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
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Why it's important to start as soon as possible
Did you know that how you perform in the last 4 years of school may affect your world-leading university admissions chances? US Universities ask for information on your achievements over your last 4 years at school so it's crucial to start developing your application strategy and let your personal brand shine through as soon as possible.
+ Time - applying to the US/UK requires knowing what's required and getting ready early
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+ Extracurricular activities - what are you currently doing and how can you expand upon your leadership candidacy and make a real difference in areas associated with your personal talents and passions?
+ Academics - know how you are tracking compared to others and what’s needed to gain admission to your dream university!
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The words of brilliant Crimson students who achieved their goals working with us
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