The quarter system is fast but it is nice not wasting time in school. Be prepared to work hard for ten weeks and the adjustment is easy. Classes are mostly manageable. Professors are always willing to help you.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Coming from Northern California, the weather is wonderful. I love wearing shorts and a t-shirt in December! Making friends is definitely easy. Residential Assistants plan events for the floor at the beginning of the term which helps for making friends. There are tons of activities always happening which makes things easy to get involved.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Even with the recent tuition increase, UCLA is still cheaper for California students then going to schools of similar stature.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Start on your application early! Make sure you spell check it and have others read your personal essay. Also, come visit campus and take a tour!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
The quarter system is fast but it is nice not wasting time in school. Be prepared to work hard for ten weeks and the adjustment is easy. Classes are mostly manageable. Professors are always willing to help you.
Coming from Northern California, the weather is wonderful. I love wearing shorts and a t-shirt in December! Making friends is definitely easy. Residential Assistants plan events for the floor at the beginning of the term which helps for making friends. There are tons of activities always happening which makes things easy to get involved.
Even with the recent tuition increase, UCLA is still cheaper for California students then going to schools of similar stature.
Start on your application early! Make sure you spell check it and have others read your personal essay. Also, come visit campus and take a tour!
academically motivated, excited to get involved