Los Angeles, CA · Acceptance Rate: 8.8%
UCLA SAT Score Requirements
Benchmark against UCLA's 1400–1530 historical ranges.
Quick Admissions Summary
The historical middle 50% SAT range at UCLA is 1400 to 1530 (Math: 720–780, Reading & Writing: 680–750).
25th Percentile1400
75th Percentile1530
Math Target720–780
R&W Target680–750
As the most applied-to university in America, UCLA admits top-tier students boasting strong academic rigor.
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Frequently asked questions
What GPA and SAT do you need for UCLA?
Enrolled students generally possess unweighted GPAs of 3.9+ and SAT equivalents of 1450–1530.
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