The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) was founded in 1919 as a public, coeducational research university. This school within the University of California system is the only leading research institution in the world founded in the 20th century.

With its rich history in fostering intellectual and social responsibility, it's no surprise that the quality of UCLA's academic program is unparalleled. UCLA boasts superb resources, top-notch facilities, innovative programs, and a commitment to academic excellence.

UCLA offers a choice of 129 undergraduate degree programs in five academic divisions, including The College of Letters and Science, School of the Arts and Architecture, School of Engineering and Applied Science, School of Nursing, and School of Theater, Film, and Television. As a UCLA student, you can get hands-involvement in exciting research projects, or gain valuable future-career experiences as an intern in one of many fields. Additionally, UCLA students are afforded the opportunity to travel beyond their California college to learn within study and work abroad programs.

For students wanting to supplement their brainpower with on-field competitive exercise, UCLA's position as a PAC-10 Conference leader is bar none. The school's athletic department boasts more NCAA titles than any other university (99 currently!), and offers women a chance to complete in 12 sports, men in 10.