Few universities in the world offer the extraordinary range and diversity of academic programs that students enjoy at UCLA. Leadership in teaching, research, and public service make UCLA a beacon of excellence in higher education, as students, faculty, and staff come together in a true community of scholars to advance knowledge, address societal challenges, and pursue intellectual and personal fulfillment.

As the entertainment and creative capital of the world, Los Angeles offers a wealth of experiences that few other destinations can match. In the land where imagination rules and originality is prized, LA's glamour can only be rivaled by its culture.

Useful websites:

• Welcome to LA - Greater LA promotional site
• Housing on Campus and off - UCLA Housing Services gateway to online services and account management functions
• Commuting to UCLA - Transportation, parking, maps, shuttles etc
• UCLA Happenings - presents over 1,000 top pick events each year in sports, arts and lectures on the UCLA campus.
• UCLA Store and Restaurants - The Associated Students UCLA is the not-for-profit organization which operates the Student Union, Bookstores, Restaurants, and Trademarks & Licensing at UCLA.
• UCLA GME - Portal for UCLA Graduate Medical Education
• UCLA Medical Student Resources - Medical School portal for medical students and applicants.
• The UCLA Beat - Journal of literary expression for the UCLA medical community
• UCLA Campus Services - Anything else!