University of California-Los Angeles
University of California-Los Angeles Review
Degree Overview
Check out the most popular majors and specific degrees students have earned at University of California-Los Angeles.
*Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
* Number of people in 2019 that graduated with this degree and study level
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Online Programs
Check out the online programs offered at University of California-Los Angeles.
Accreditation Information
Specialized Institution Accreditations
American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
- Law (LAW) - Professional schools
American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
- Predoctoral (UCLA School of Dentistry Predoctoral Internship)
- Post Doctoral - Advanced dental education programs (advanced education in general dentistry and general practice residency) (Advanced Education in General Dentistry 12 Months)
- Post Doctoral - Advanced dental education programs (advanced education in general dentistry and general practice residency) (General Practice Residency 12 Months)
- Endodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (OMR)
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS)
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics (including maxillofacial prosthetics and combined prosthodontics/maxillofacial prosthetics)
- Orofacial Pain
- Prosthodontics
American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
- Clinical Psychology (CLPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs (Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior Department of Psychiatry and Bio-behavioral Sciences)
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs (Student Psychological Services - John Wooden Center West)
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs (Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior)
Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc., Accreditation Commission
- (SCPE) - Clinical pastoral education (CPE) centers offering CPE and supervisory CPE programs
Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
- Health Services Administration (HSA) - Graduate programs in health services administration
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels
Council on Education for Public Health
- Public Health (PHG) - Graduate level school of public health
Liaison Committee on Medical Education
- Medicine (MED) - Programs leading to the M.D. degree
* Source data obtained from U.S. Department of Education's Office of Post-secondary Education (OPE)
Alumni & Student Reviews
Career Preparation
What letter grade would you give your school on how well it prepares students for a career in the real world?
Based on 22 Reviews-
Alumni
History, Class of 1973At that time - only teaching tools.
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Alumni
MFA in Film, Class of 2003In my field, my school flucuates between #1 and #2 IN THE WORLD.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 2009Career center, bruin walk.com
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Alumni
Political Science, Class of 1998Back in those times schools were more traditional. Less use of technology
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Alumni
Anthropology, Class of 2012Mock interviews, Dinner for 10 Docs (networking event), resume workshops, career fairs
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Alumni
Anthropology, Class of 2012Career center, resume workshops, career fair, Alumni networking events
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Alumni
English, Class of 2013Career center offers career panels, career fairs, networking events, etc
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Alumni
Psychlofy, Class of 1983Taught me the thinking process to incorporate new ideas into my world
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Alumni
English Literature, Class of 2005Nothing I'm making use of.
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Alumni
History, Class of 1995not many that I remember
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Alumni
Biology, Class of 2013Career Center, Career Fairs, Listserv
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Alumni
Electrical engineer , Class of 1997Career fairs, a real wafer manufacturing lab, invite top tech companies to campus to recruit.
Students and Culture
What letter grade would you give the students/culture at your school?
Based on 22 Reviews-
Alumni
History, Class of 1973Be very respectful of the faculty - whether they were good or not.. It was hard to question them at that time.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 2009Lots of clubs, multicultural student body
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Alumni
Microbiology , Class of 2015Diverse, hyper-pollitically correct, sensitive, studious
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1996The students generally are either Asian or white, the culture is open and accepting.
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Alumni
Anthropology, Class of 2012I thought the campus culture was great! There were some hiccups here and there but overall I felt like everyone was pretty accepting of each other.
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Alumni
Psychlofy, Class of 1983I was in a fraternity, thus very social
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Alumni
MSN, Class of 1984we were a very close group of females in classes together. There was alot of support for each other.
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Alumni
History, Class of 2007Not sure how it is any more. But it was cool back then. People were chill.
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Alumni
BA, Class of 2005Energetic, play hard and study harder
Facilities
What letter grade would you give the facilities at your school.
Based on 22 Reviews-
Alumni
History, Class of 1973Very good for that era.
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Alumni
MFA in Film, Class of 2003USC aside, UCLA has the finest soundstages, etc., worldwide.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 2009Great labs and service buildings
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Alumni
Microbiology , Class of 2015Old but well kept up and renovated regularly. Some research facilities are ridiculously outdated but the new ones compensate for these with their impressiveness
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1996Huh - the computer labs were tiny back in my day. The classrooms and dorms were nice and the dining halls were impressive - although I'm sure I wouldn't be happy with the options now as I want to eat healthfully.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1990Yes to all. UCLA is a major university and has all the amenities.
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Alumni
English, Class of 2013Dorms are pretty nice although cramped, dining halls were awesome
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Alumni
Psychlofy, Class of 1983They were very large for underclassmen
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Alumni
MSN, Class of 1984classrooms were up to date computer labs, dorms, dinning halls were not applicable.
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Alumni
English Literature, Class of 2005They were fantastic, no complaints.
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Alumni
anthropology, Class of 1999the newer ones are more private and nicer, but older ones are more social
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Alumni
History, Class of 2007A mix of old and new. I lived in the new dorms, but went to class mostly in older buildings. The dining halls were all nice.
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Alumni
Biology, Class of 2013Up to date, always trying to improve
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Alumni
political science , Class of 2013The best out of any schools that I have ever visited.
Activities and Groups
What overall letter grade would you give the activities/groups at your school?
Based on 22 Reviews-
Alumni
History, Class of 1973Basketball team under Coach John Wooden.
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Alumni
MFA in Film, Class of 2003Who has time for that?
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 2009Sororities and fraternities are the most popular
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Alumni
Microbiology , Class of 2015Sororities/fraternities, cultural groups, outdoor adventure clubs
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1996I don't know - the sports were/are big.
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1990Too long ago for me to remember.
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Alumni
English, Class of 2013I'm not sure what was the most popular... there was a huge variety
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Alumni
Psychlofy, Class of 1983Fraternity parties, sorority dances, football and basketball games, Christian groups,
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Alumni
English Literature and Psychology, Class of 1993Cannot recall (it was too long ago)
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Alumni
History, Class of 2007Samohung Filipino and ACA. They did the hip-hop dance routines. And Dance Marathon! That always got a big turnout.
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Alumni
political science , Class of 2013Club sports and events put on by the school.
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Alumni
Electrical engineer , Class of 1997Lots of Hollywood celebs visit campus.
Questions & Answers
“ Who are the notable alumni? ”
1 Answer-
Given its proximity to Tinseltown, it’s not surprising that the University of California-Los Angeles boasts alumni who have seen quite a lot of success in film and television, such as actors and actresses like Rob Reiner, Joyce DeWitt, Mariska Hargitay, Tom Skerritt, Ben Stiller, Mila Kunis, and Rachel Ames. Also, there have been a number of graduates who went on to make their mark in music, like Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek of The Doors, singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles, Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth, and Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Although there are a wealth of UCLA graduates in the entertainment industry, many alumni have made their marks in other types of careers, such as astronaut Anna Lee Fisher, Nobel Prize winning chemist Robert Bruce Merrifield, AIDS researcher David Ho, and mathematician Richard A. Tapia.
“ What is the campus setting like? ”
1 Answer-
UCLA is located on a 419-acre urban campus that is close to three of the area’s most famous neighborhoods: Beverly Hills, Bel Air, and Brentwood. Thanks to the location of the campus, students can immerse themselves in the culture of LA by viewing an exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, listening to music at the Greek Theatre, or watching an adaptation of a Broadway musical at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. But students don’t have to leave campus to enjoy a rich experience. If you want to express yourself artistically, you can participate in activities such as the Art History Undergraduate Student Association, the Bruin Film Society, the Poetry Garden, or the Photography Club. If you’re a budding entrepreneur, you can connect with likeminded students in the Association of Students in Economics and Commercial Sciences, the International Society of Professional Development, and the Law and Entrepreneurship Association. Even future dentists can find activities on campus through the American Association of Women Dentists and the Bruins Spread Smiles groups on campus.
“ What are the online learning and extension/adult learning opportunities? ”
1 Answer-
UCLA offers hybrid degree programs that combine online instruction with face-to-face activities, such as on-campus meetings with professors. For example, the Fully Employed MBA Program is designed for busy professionals who don’t have the time to attend classes on campus on a regular basis. Through this program, students are only required to come to the campus four times per quarter during weekends. In addition to complete degree programs, students can enroll in online certificate programs through UCLA Extension, which offers credentials in areas such as education, building and construction, business, real estate, and information systems.
“ What are the athletic highlights? ”
1 Answer-
UCLA’s sports teams, the Bruins, participate in NCAA Division I competitions for football, basketball, cross country, water polo, softball, and golf. The school has won NCAA Championships for men’s water polo, women’s tennis, baseball, softball, women’s gymnastics, and men’s volleyball.
“ What are the school's academic highlights? ”
1 Answer-
UCLA’s Institute of the Environment and Sustainability is dedicated to preserving the world’s natural resources through its innovative environmental research that is conducted in eight research centers. For example, the Center for Clean Air investigates the factors that contribute to pollution on a local, regional, and global level; the Center for Tropical Research conducts studies on infectious diseases, coral reef conservation, migratory birds, and rainforest restoration; and the California Center for Sustainable Communities addresses issues related to creating sustainable systems in the Los Angeles area. In order to conduct its research, the Institute has created partnerships with companies such as Viacom, Paramount, Goldman Sachs, and the CBS Corporation.