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FEATURED COLLEGE
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA · West Coast
STEM powerhouse
The most applied-to university in the U.S., a top-tier public institution excelling in both entertainment and STEM fields.
National rank
#15
Acceptance rate
8.7%
SAT middle range
1370 – 1530
TOEFL minimum
100+
Tuition (yr)
$46,326
Undergraduates
32,400
International students
9%
Type
Public
Application requirements (2026-27 cycle)
Test-BlindEarly round
No early round
Regular Decision (RD)
11/30
Supplemental essays
UC PIQs: choose 4 of 8 prompts, 350 words each
⚠ The UC system does not consider SAT/ACT at all
ⓘ Applies via the UC application system, not Common App; one application covers multiple UC campuses
Deadlines reflect recent typical dates and can shift slightly each year — always confirm on the school's official site before submitting.
Strong majors
Computer ScienceEconomicsPsychologyBiologyFilm and Television