University of California-Los Angeles
The University of California, Los Angeles is a world-renowned public research university situated in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles. As one of the flagship campuses of the UC system, UCLA offers extensive undergraduate degree programs spanning liberal arts, engineering, arts, and life sciences. Admissions are conducted through the unified UC Application under a test-free review process.
Acceptance rate
9.0%
Undergrad enrollment
33,040
Test policy
Test blind
Application fee
$80
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision application deadline | November 30, 2026 |
| TransferTransfer application deadline | November 30, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority Financial Aid / FAFSA / California Dream Act deadline | March 2, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes or contributed to group efforts over time.
Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side.
What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time?
Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced.
Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?
Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this interest inside and/or outside of the classroom.
What have you done to make your school or your community a better place?
Beyond what has already been shared in your application, what do you believe makes you a strong candidate for admission to the University of California?