University of California - Los Angeles Reviews

"I obtained a BA degree in History from UCLA. The classes were rigorous, but the quality of instruction was excellent. Years later, I returned to obtained my MA degree on Education and teaching credentials. The classes continued to be rigorous and demanding. We were required to attend full time, and the classes were held in the mornings and/or afternoons. Therefore, it was impossible to maintain a full time job while obtaining this degree. For the MA degree, we had the opportunity to choose our own field of interest and do our research on it with the support and guidance of a associate professor. My research was on "the factors that lead students to drop out of high school;" later, I was able to apply my findings into my own teaching practices. I personally liked the social justice component embedded in the teaching credential program. However, I felt that the program was theoretical and very unpractical at times. Many professors haven't taught at the primary or secondary level in years and were disconnected or out of touch with the current academic challenges and obstacles that students face in today's society. I will recommend the university and program to other students."

"UCLA is an amazing school, full of opportunities, recourse, research, student run clubs, passionate professors, and school spirit. Due to its large class, you will meet all kinds of people and learn about many cultures. There are multiple libraries and study spots students can go to for studying. UCLA offers tutoring services and professors/TAs offer office hours."

"Enrollment for specific classes, especially the classes I required for my major, graduate school, or were simply aligned with my interests, was deeply irritating and unfair. However, my college experience, due to the people and environment, was unforgettable."

"I had an amazing experience as an undergraduate at UCLA. Every job that I have had since graduating has been through UCLA. I am currently waiting to hear back from UCLA's MSW program and I would be delighted to go back to UCLA to further my education!"

"UCLA is an amazing campus with quality resources for all student groups. The students truly create spaces to co-exist and thrive culturally in dance, art, language, and activism. The culture on campus is amazing and there are so many department options to study."

"The rigor and quality of courses at UCLA was overall satisfactory. I always felt challenged and, for the most part, it didn't feel like I was learning useless facts. However, I think the Physiology department (now Integrative Biology and Physiology) should be reworked. Rather than move toward minimizing math requirements for the major, I think math should be more heavily integrated into the program. To think that majoring in a science discipline shouldn't require an understanding of math is naive. Mathematical modeling and statistical analysis are powerful tools for understanding physiological processes. My one other qualm with UCLA was the speed of the quarter system. I got very good at memorizing things, especially later in the quarter when the quantity of information increases exponentially, but with that came the ability to quickly forget tested material in order to make room for the next set of information. Aside from these two things, though, I really enjoyed UCLA. The campus and surrounding area is beautiful, the professors are extremely intelligent, the students are tolerant and level-headed, and there is ample opportunity to get involve in research as an undergraduate. I feel like this program prepared me for my current educational environment as a graduate student pursuing a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering."

"UCLA is an amazing place to learn and grow; however, given how large the school is, you have to find the opportunities yourself. In most lower-division classes, you are one of hundreds of students and have to fight to get a moment with the professor, and often it is a hit-or-miss with the quality of either the professor or the TA. With hundreds of extracurricular, you will undoubtedly find your niche and develop valuable life skills in the process. With this and any large university, you have the obligation as a student to be proactive. For me, UCLA taught me to be independent, advocating for myself, and also humble, seeking help when I needed it."

"The Anderson program at UCLA is a top notch business program that prepares you and gives you the tools you need to succeed in your career. With a wide variety of programs available, its flexibility provides various ways to obtain your education. The professors and faculty at UCLA are all amazing and they are invested in you as a person. I would recommend anyone who is thinking of pursuing an MBA to consider UCLA as one of their top choices."

"UCLA offers an overwhelming number of resources that facilitate personal, career, and educational development and the opportunities there are abundant. I cannot even begin to describe how amazing the faculty are--they really aim to help you reach your goals and care for you as a person."

"The UCLA program was big--many students and advisors to work with. There are good things and bad things about that. The good: lots of collaboration and opportunity to meet people. The bad: funding and individual attention from each advisor."

"I think UCLA has a good balance between work life and social life. It also has a good student body and exposes the students to important opportunities."

"UCLA is one of the best schools in Southern California. There are many majors and minors to choose from. My major was Information Technology and the experience was absolutely amazing. All of my professors did a wonderful job as well."

"It's a beautiful campus, to be frank. The professors I've had were extremely insightful, as well as passionate, about their studies."

"UCLA is by far one of the most diverse and prestige university in the world. It has a world class education and an active student body."

"UCLA is a great school for learning, and puts more time into teaching the health sciences than most. While not abnormal, they aren't the kindest to graduate students, but that's true of schools everywhere. The weather here is great, the research is top quality, and while it's competitive it has a more layed back feeling than schools on the east coast where the competition is fierce and stressful."

"It was an excellent program. I felt I got an amazing education that has brought me more opportunities in my career."

"After transferring from community college I was very confused as what I wanted to do with my life. However, that all changed once I discovered the Chicano/a Studies Department at UCLA. It was a life changing experience that provided meaning to my education. Not only I found my self at home in this department, but I felt my presence actually mattered in the University. The curriculum was one I could truly relate to, in which the history of my people was a key component in my education and where "studying" was no longer a chore but it became my passion; to submerge myself in this new found knowledge. The professors, as well as the counselors, took a personal interest in his or her students, to help them find their own voice and opinion; while at the same time challenging preconceived opinions and stereotypes. And even though the curriculum was very difficult and demanding, in the end, it was worth the long hours of studying and the lack of sleep. Switching majors, from Anthropology to Chicano/a Studies, was the best decision I took!"

"UCLA offers an incredible educational experience that few other large public universities can parallel. I was able to do an internship with a top researcher in the field at UCLA, and the courses were excellent in preparing me for the future. The prestige of the name has helped me to be more marketable when looking for jobs."

"The best public university with a lot of great faculty."

"The diverse student body and faculty, advanced research facilities, and standard of achievement are truly the cornerstones of the academic ethics of UCLA. The school's promotion of collective unity and embracement of diversity made me feel comfortable in an environment where my differences were accepted. The faculty and academic support was consistent with professors and aides clearly stating office hours and devoting significant effort into each student's success. The academic and social environment stimulated a mutually inspiring environment in which I was able to contribute to the academic integrity of UCLA."