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Quick Facts about UCLA

UCLA's curriculum and extracurricular programs are designed to foster intellectual and social responsibility. The quality of UCLA's academic program is supported by exceptional resources, facilities and special programs.

History

The University of California, Los Angeles was founded in 1919 as a public, coeducational research university. It is the only leading research institution in the world founded in the 20th century.

The Campus

UCLA sits on 419 acres at the base of the Santa Monica mountains, five miles from the Pacific Ocean. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Music Center, Chinatown, Olvera Street, Little Tokyo and the Downtown business district are a few miles to the east. Mountains, beaches lakes and deserts are all within a short drive.

Enrollment

One of the world's most ethnically and culturally diverse communities, students come to UCLA from all 50 states and more than 100 foreign countries, though the majority of undergraduates are from California.

Total Enrollment*	Domestic Undergraduate Student Enrollment by Ethnicity*
Undergraduate   - domestic: 25,347 - international: 1,189 - total undergraduate: 26,536 Graduate: 11,684 Interns and residents: 1,430 Total enrollment: 39,650	African American: 938 3.70% American Indian: 104 0.41% Asian American: 9,135 36.04% Caucasian: 9,006 35.53% Chicano/Mexican-American: 2,919 11.52% Filipino: 991 3.91% Latino: 1,026 4.05% Other: 545 2.15% Decline to state: 683 2.69%
* figures as of fall 2008. More detailed information about UCLA enrollment can be found at the Office of Analysis and Information Management.

Libraries

Highly ranked by the Association of Research Libraries, UCLA's library system contains more than six million volumes held in two general collections, ten special subject libraries and twelve other campus collections. The Fowler Museum of cultural history and the Hammer Museum of Art are also available resources to students.

Technology

As a UCLA student, you have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities. Free Internet access and email is available to all students.

Academics

UCLA offers undergraduates a choice of 128 undergraduate degree programs, many of which rank among the top in the nation.

Our undergraduates have the opportunity to be directly involved in research, and can get hands-on experience by pursuing internships. Opportunities to study, travel and work abroad are also available.

Faculty

Faculty include five Nobel Laureates and more than 300 Fulbright Scholarship awardees, and more than 280 Guggenheim Fellows. UCLA's professors are among the most esteemed and sought after research professionals in their fields worldwide; they also teach undergraduate courses and are accessible to students.

Sports

UCLA is a leader in the PAC-10 Conference, with 104 NCAA titles (more than any other university), and 125 team titles. Women compete in 13 sports and men in 11. In 2008-09, UCLA earned an NCAA title in women's water polo (for the fifth year in a row) and placed second in women's golf and third (tied) in women's soccer and men's tennis. We also offer extensive intramural and club sports programs, including crew, lacrosse, snow skiing, rugby, dance and a number of martial arts disciplines.

University Housing

UCLA guarantees two years of University Housing to freshmen and one year to transfer students who apply on time. Approximately 90% of freshmen live in University-operated facilities. Housing options range from traditional coed residence halls to apartment-like suites. The University also maintains nearby off-campus apartments.

Campus Safety/Crime Statistics

UCLA has established a comprehensive safety and security program including police, fire, and medical units; a campus escort service available from dusk until 1:00 a.m.; and an evening van service. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, UCLA annually reports crime statistics, as well as campus security policies and procedures, including information and resources related to crime prevention and response. The full report is available online. The University will also provide a paper copy of the report upon request directed to the UCLA Police Department:

(310) 825-1491

UCPD, UCLA
601 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Life after UCLA

Our alumni have achieved distinction in virtually every field, including government, business and industry, education, the sciences, medicine, entertainment and athletics. In addition to immediate career pursuits, many of our graduates continue their education at some of the most prestigious graduate and professionals schools in the world.