I'm applying to UCLA and am super anxious about when I'll hear back regarding my application status. I've heard that different schools have different release dates, and I'm trying to plan around this so I can mentally prepare myself. Does anyone know the specific date (or even a rough timeframe) for when UCLA is likely to announce their admissions decisions? Any info on this would be super helpful!
UCLA typically releases its admissions decisions in mid-to-late March. For example, in 2025 they released decisions on March 21st, in 2024 they were released on March 15th, and in 2023 they were released on March 17th.
It's important to note, however, that these dates can fluctuate slightly from year to year, so it's a good idea to check UCLA's admissions website and your email regularly for updates. Usually, all decisions—whether acceptance, denial, or waitlist—are released on the same day. Once decisions are out, you can check your status via the UCLA Application Status Portal. Good luck with your application! Hopefully you'll receive favorable news soon.
If you want to know how your application stacks up at UCLA, I'd check out CollegeVine's free chancing engine, which accounts for all quantifiable elements of your application, including GPA, course rigor, test scores, and extracurriculars to give you personalized odds of acceptance at UCLA and hundreds of other colleges: https://www.collegevine.com/admissions-calculator
This tool will also give you suggestions on how to improve your chances, for example by raising your GPA slightly or some other step, like earning a leadership position in one of your extracurriculars.
If you want tips on how to strengthen the more intangible aspects of your application, I'd check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which breaks down how to tackle the UC Personal Insight Questions: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-university-of-california-essays/. The essays are a great opportunity to showcase what you have to offer beyond the numbers!
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