The Scoop
The University of California, Los Angeles is a public research university located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, and is one of the most applied-to universities in the world. With approximately 46,000 students, UCLA offers an extraordinary range of programs across the arts, sciences, engineering, and health, with particular renown in film, theater, and the performing arts alongside its strong STEM and professional programs.
Campus life at UCLA is vibrant and diverse, shaped by Southern California's cultural richness and the energy of Los Angeles. The campus is known for its beautiful setting near Beverly Hills and Santa Monica, world-class athletic programs — UCLA has won more NCAA championships than any other university — and an active, engaged student body. Research output is among the highest of any public university. Admissions are extremely competitive, and UCLA attracts students who are ambitious, creative, and drawn to a university that combines academic excellence with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities.
