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What’s new at the University of California Los Angeles Bachelor of Science?

UCLA BSc Computer Science offers students worldwide unique concentrations to cater to their diverse interests. Students can specialize in these areas under BSc Computer Science and align with their passions.

University of California Los Angeles Bachelors of Science Tuition Fees and Specializations 

The UCLA Bsc in Computer Science program offers a vast curriculum encompassing data structures, Computer Architecture, AI, programming languages and many more. Students also have the option to choose their major and minor subjects. This curriculum includes social sciences, life sciences, and humanities for a well-rounded education. These diverse courses help students to better options. Overall the University of California and Los Angeles have various options for its students to choose their major and minors. 

Fees components

Amount

Hostel & Meals

INR 14,91,580

Tuition Fees

INR 12,00,287

Transportation

INR 57,805

Books and Supplies

INR 1,29,241

Personal Expenses

INR 1,35,892

Application Fee

INR 6,569

Insurance

INR 2,62,916

University of California Los Angeles 2026 Bachelors of Science Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must score a 70% in their 12th grade. 
  • Required subjects:-
    • 2 years history/social science
    • 4 years of college-preparatory English
    • 3 years of mathematics (4 years recommended)
    • 2 years of laboratory science (3 years recommended)
    • 2 years of language other than English (3 years recommended)
    • 1 year of visual and performing arts (if available)
    • 1 year of college-preparatory elective
    • Applicants must follow the below english requirements:

English Language proficiency 

Minimum score 

IELTS

7 and above in all bands

TOFEL(internet)

87 and above

TOFEL (pen and paper) 

560 

  • the applicant must provide the university with transcripts of their academics with Higher education certificates. Similarly, applying for a PhD or doctoral program may require a master’s degree and transcripts from all graduate institutions of the applicant. 

University of California Los Angeles  English Requirements:

Applicants must follow the below english requirements for bachelors of Computer Science :

English Language proficiency 

Minimum score 

IELTS

7 and above in all bands

TOFEL(internet)

87 and above

TOFEL (pen and paper) 

560 

Acceptance Rate of the University of California Los Angeles Bachelor of Science course 

The University of California Los Angeles acceptance rate is 11%. UCLA is renowned globally and is highly selective in its admissions process. The Bsc Computer Science  program attracts various pools of students from various academics and students across the globe.

To be admitted to the BSc Computer Science program at UCLA, it is recommended to have a strong academic profile, including competitive scores in their 12th grade.  However, the admission process considers multiple factors in the student's profile.

University of California Admission Dates for Bachelor in Science Course  

below are the admission deadlines for the University of California Los Angeles Bsc Computer Science program:

Intake

BSC Computer Science application deadlines 

Fall 

Nov 30, 2026

University of California Los Angeles Bachelors in Science Rankings

From 2021 to 2023, the UCLA Bsc Computer Science program ranking in the US news report remained consistently good; it maintained its position at 14th in 2021, followed by a minor drop in 2022 as it dropped to 16th position. However, the program regained ground in 2023, ascending to 13th. This shows the university’s reputation and where the BSC Computer Science course stands in the USA. From the below table, we can conclude that the University is in the top 15 in the US, and applicants can surely consider this option. 

Ranked By

2021

2022

2023

US News & World Report - UG Computer Engineering

14

16

13

Cost of Living

The cost of living for students at UCLA has various expenses. Apart from tuition fees, students have essentials such as insurance, personal expenses, travelling, books and supplies, application fees and food. However, the cost of living depends on the individual spending and lifestyle, hence it tends to vary

Fees components

Amount

Hostel & Meals

INR 14,91,580

Tuition Fees

INR 12,00,287

Transportation

INR 57,805

Books and Supplies

INR 1,29,241

Personal Expenses

INR 1,35,892

Application Fee

INR 6,569

Insurance

INR 2,62,916

Which is better? UCLA Vs University of Michigan Vs University of Southern California 

All three universities offer unique campus cultures and academic programs. While they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. The below table compares the rankings, fees and acceptance rates of UCLA,  the University of Southern California and the University of Michigan. Overall this information could be useful for students who are considering them.

Here is the comparison highlighting the differences between the Universities:

Name of The University

Ranking

Acceptance Rate

1st Year Tuition Fee

UCLA

#13

11%

INR ?38.63 L

University of Southern California 

#19

12%

INR ?52.11 L

University of Michigan

#7

20%

INR ?47.69 L

 

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University of California, Los Angeles B.Sc. Tuition Fees 2026

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INR 38.74 L - 42.94 L
INR 12.75 L - 14.92 L
INR 3.34 L - 4.84 L
INR 67.69 K
INR 3.45 L - 6.21 L
INR 58.95 L - 69.58 L
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INR 40.18 L - 44.54 L#17 US News, 2026
INR 31.83 L - 61.11 L#3 QS, 2026
INR 53.31 L - 55.66 L#3 US News, 2026
INR 26.73 L - 63.13 L#6 QS, 2026
INR 25.14 L - 33.05 L#19 QS, 2026
INR 21.44 L - 45.38 L#19 QS, 2026
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Answered 7 hours ago

Students can apply for UCLA scholarships by Jun 30, 2026. The university usually does not offer need-based financial aid to Indian students. Some scholarships may have earlier deadlines.
Students are advised to check the UCLA scholarships page or the official university website to stay up to date wi

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Akash Gaur

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Answered 8 hours ago

Yes, students can change their course (major) at UCLA depending on the approval of the departments and students submitting their course transfer application on time.

Students with good academic scores can request their department heads for the same. Students will have to agree their course within 21

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Akash Gaur

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Answered 5 hours ago

The University of California QS Ranking 2026 is #46 in the world. For the 3rd straight year, it maintained its spot among the best global universities.

Mentioned below is how it performed as part of the QS Rankings in recent years.

Year202620252024
QS World Rank#46#42#29

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Akash Gaur

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Answered 6 hours ago

Indian students usually cannot apply for need-based financial aid at the university. These are only limited to students from the US.

They can be considered for merit-based scholarships, however. For UCLA merit scholarships, the student's admission application itself is enough.

For external financial a

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Akash Gaur

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Answered 7 hours ago

Once the admission offer arrives, students would have to pay an enrollment deposit. The UCLA enrollment deposit ranges between USD 400-USD 2,000 (INR 37 K-INR 1.84 L) depending on the course one applies for.

The university will notify you to pay the same after granting you the admission offer.

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