This is just a comment on the 11/19/09 review. I am an American born UCLA student who graduated from a U.S. high school. At UCLA, I have competed against some of the best students in the world,... More >
This is just a comment on the 11/19/09 review. I am an American born UCLA student who graduated from a U.S. high school. At UCLA, I have competed against some of the best students in the world, including those from Asia, and on numerous occasions, I have received the highest score on the class exams (this includes advanced math classes). So the claim that American students cannot compete with foreign students is completely unfounded. We pose just as much competition for them as they do for us. In addition, to correct the "facts" of your review, American students do gain admission into European universities. I am not sure if you have ever heard of the Rhodes Scholarship, but in case you haven't, it provides American students with full scholarships to study at Oxford. I hope it is now obvious that your comment that U.S. students could not possibly compete at European universities is absurd. Now as far as UCLA is concerned, it is a world-class university, and this is not just an American opinion. In 2010, it was ranked 11th in the world by The London Times Higher Education ranking, which obviously is not an American publication. So for the writer of the 11/19/09 review, I hope I have sufficiently put you in your place. You should educate yourself before you run your mouth off. For the rest of you who are actually interested in UCLA, it IS a WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY, and I would highly recommend attending it.
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This is a very nice school with great people (or was 14 years ago).
Today I literally just called their operator line/information line to confirm an address of a professor.
At first I got this... More >
This is a very nice school with great people (or was 14 years ago).
Today I literally just called their operator line/information line to confirm an address of a professor.
At first I got this disrespectful, bratty, slightly helpful girl who then transferred me to this guy who acted like I was some worthless bug he had to squish. As I was about to say thankyou and bye, he just hung up. No thankyou for calling, no "anything else?".
Honestly, I just had to rant. This is a great school with a great campus and great people. Though 2 out of 38,000 of those people prove to be on the less great side.
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UCLA is a word-class University. The academics are incredibly rigorous, the professors are all among the best in their fields, and the technology and information being created is absolutely... More >
UCLA is a word-class University. The academics are incredibly rigorous, the professors are all among the best in their fields, and the technology and information being created is absolutely groundbreaking. This University warrants the most applications in the United States, and is extremely selective.
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I happen to agree re. UCLA not neccesarily being world class. Maybe in the minds of people from the US it is but not in the minds of the rest of the world. (But isn't that is typical of US'... More >
I happen to agree re. UCLA not neccesarily being world class. Maybe in the minds of people from the US it is but not in the minds of the rest of the world. (But isn't that is typical of US' opinions)..
The overseas students at UCLA
ride to the top of the class because the competition is so weak, (just ask them). A kid out of High School here entering UCLA wouldn't have a chance of getting into any of the leading European Universities. Our High Schools and Bachelor level students are so far behind the rest of the industialized world, (even Mexico dare I say), that is why we're all still in school till our late 20s. Sorry that's a fact.
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I thought the prior post was complete nonsense. UCLA is a world class university, that has a great reputation around the world, and which is famous for its research and scientific achievements.... More >
I thought the prior post was complete nonsense. UCLA is a world class university, that has a great reputation around the world, and which is famous for its research and scientific achievements. Hmmmmmmm....if it wasn't world class, then why are there so many bright, foreign students at the university? And excuse UCLA, for being blessed with its wonderful location. Should it be in the cold of Paris, or in the fog of Cambridge? No, it's near the beautiful CA coastline! Sports is a part of the college experience as well. People are supposed to be balanced in school and in life; it makes a complete person. UCLA has produced Nobel Prize winners, famous scientists, great physicians, and several entrepreneurs. Oh, and don't forget: IT IS THE MOST APPLIED-TO UNIVERSITY IN THE WORLD.
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UCLA is indeed situated in a great location. Close to the beach, great climate, close to Hollywood etc, but to call it a world class center of
Academia is farcical. The educational system of the... More >
UCLA is indeed situated in a great location. Close to the beach, great climate, close to Hollywood etc, but to call it a world class center of
Academia is farcical. The educational system of the US is a joke compared to other developed nations such as those in Western Europe, Japan etc. Having studied in France and recently at UCLA I would classify a US Bachelors degree as little, if any, better than what you would get at a French High School. We are that far behind. What is the attraction with the Basketball and Football program ? I still can't understand how this adds anything to the educational prestige of anywhere.
None of this is unique to or a direct criticism of UCLA - in fact UCLA is one of the best places around. If we look at the other Universities we're lagging even further. The rest of the world laughs at us.
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I am currently a student here at UCLA, and it was my top school. I was accepted into Berkeley, USC, as well as a number of other top tier schools. I chose UCLA because of its outstanding academic,... More >
I am currently a student here at UCLA, and it was my top school. I was accepted into Berkeley, USC, as well as a number of other top tier schools. I chose UCLA because of its outstanding academic, as well as sports history. With a top 15 football team, and a basketball team in the Championships this year, UCLA is ranked near the top for undergraduates in all areas. Although it is a public school, and as such, is not as well funded, I recommend this school for any science undergrads, who want to do pre-med or have a lot of opportunities for research, as UCLA is one of the most premier research universities in the world.
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UCLA is a very well known school in Cali. I attended here for my master degree. Mmn, overall I think the school campus is not the prettiest. The location of the school is not really good nor safe... More >
UCLA is a very well known school in Cali. I attended here for my master degree. Mmn, overall I think the school campus is not the prettiest. The location of the school is not really good nor safe too. UCLA is a school where you would want to go there to learn and leave. You wouldn't really want to stay in there. They do offer a lot of different majors. If you are undergrad. students you will be attending a lot of class in lecture way. Where hundred of students in a class with only one professor. But some students just like this way of learning. The parking decal for UCLA is quite expensive, but what school are cheap!
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UCLA is a very good school academically, but I came out of there feeling more like a number than an actual student. The environment isn't the most welcoming... until you find your niche, I guess. I... More >
UCLA is a very good school academically, but I came out of there feeling more like a number than an actual student. The environment isn't the most welcoming... until you find your niche, I guess. I love that westwood village is so close by... there are awesome stores and eateries! But overall, it is an ok school.
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UCLA is the perfect school in terms of both academics as well as the overall experience outside of classrooms. It is situated next to Bel Air, and it's just a few miles from the beach. The faculty... More >
UCLA is the perfect school in terms of both academics as well as the overall experience outside of classrooms. It is situated next to Bel Air, and it's just a few miles from the beach. The faculty and academic programs are world class, and the school itself is very welcoming to people from different backgrounds and cultures. So if you're looking to go to school here or just to visit, I'd recommend it because you will get a great experience from just being here.
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