UNIVERSITY · CDS 2023-2024
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Los Angeles, CA 33,040 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
Top PublicUC System
Accept
8.7%
Yield
51.7%
Test
Blind
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%)
Not used
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
Not used
SAT Math (mid 50%)
Not used
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
Not used
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTEThe median unweighted GPA for admitted first-year students is 4.00, with a middle 50% range of 3.95-4.00.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| RD | November 30 | 9.0% | RD: November 30, ~9% |
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$55,976
Total COA
$84,623
Avg need-based aid
$27,492
Avg merit award
$9,371
Net price after avg need aid
$57,131
UCLA meets 87% of demonstrated need on average.
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
UCLA's AP Policy
UCLA awards credit for AP exams with scores of 3 or higher. The specific credit received depends on the College/School where the student's major is located. AP credit does not satisfy General Education requirements.
Min score
3
Credit cap
21 credits
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
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What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankNot Considered
- Academic GPAVery Important
- Standardized test scoresNot Considered
- Application EssayVery Important
- RecommendationNot Considered
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
As a public research university, our mission revolves around the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the advancement of global society.
Distilled Themes
public servicesocial impactglobal engagementinterdisciplinary researchleadership
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01UCLA is looking for students who are not just academically gifted, but also passionate about making a difference in the world.
- 02They want to see a demonstrated commitment to public service and social impact, whether through volunteer work, community involvement, or other extracurricular activities.
- 03Leadership is a key factor, so they look for students who have taken initiative and made a tangible impact in their schools or communities.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Demonstrated leadership in extracurricular activities.
- 02A compelling personal story that connects with UCLA's mission of public service and social impact.
- 03Strong academic performance in a rigorous high school curriculum.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- Generic essays that don't show a genuine interest in UCLA
- Lack of demonstrated leadership or community involvement
- A purely academic focus without evidence of personal growth or impact
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
School of the Arts and ArchitectureHerb Alpert School of MusicSchool of NursingSchool of TheaterFilm and TelevisionSamueli School of Engineering
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Application filing period is October 1 - November 30.
Nov 30, 2025
→ Late March
Early Decision I
Not offered
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Early Decision II
Not offered
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Early Action
Not offered
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Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
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Rolling Admission
Not offered
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2025-2026)
Not trackedWeight: Not Considered
UCLA does not track demonstrated interest; official policy states all applicants are evaluated identically regardless of contact.
Save the energy
Do not spend effort on interest signals — focus on essays and academics instead.
Provenance