Warm. Diverse. Welcoming. Energetic. Here, you’ll discover people from every walk of life and activities to suit every interest. Immerse yourself. There’s always something extraordinary going on.
On-Campus Activities
Find Endless Ways to Expand Your Horizons
What does our multifaceted campus mean for you? Over 1,000 student clubs and organizations. Film screenings, coffeehouse concerts, art exhibits, comedy nights, sporting events, networking. And an amazing array of cultures, backgrounds and passions. It’s easy to find your niche when you have the world at your fingertips.
Embrace Diverse Ideas, Backgrounds and Cultures
Here, we surround ourselves with those who approach every day with an open mind and open heart. We celebrate differences and other points of view. We feel compassion for others and pave the way for greater understanding. And we know that together, we have a stronger chance of making the world a better place.
Ethnic Diversity among top 25 universities
Most “Instragrammable” University
Celebrate the Spotlight
From Spring Sing, UCLA Hill’s Got Talent and spoken-word performances to open mic night, jazz, a capella and Bollywood dancing, there are endless ways for our students to shine in the spotlight. Take it all in or join in and share your talents with the world.
Be Inspired by World-Class Art and Performance
Take in world-renowned dance, music and theater through the Center for the Art of Performance. See fascinating art exhibits, forums, lectures and screenings at the Fowler and Hammer museums. And enjoy free independent, foreign and repertory films with Melnitz Movies — all without ever leaving campus.
UCLA’s Film & Television Archive is home to the largest university-based collection of media materials in the U.S. and hosts about 400 screenings per year.
Testimonials
Celebrate Bruin Traditions
Tap into your school spirit by joining in on our fun traditions, which have fostered Bruin pride and bonded students together for generations.
club sports teams
intramural sports leagues
Recreation
Activate Your Interests
Rock climbing, tennis, intramural sports, swimming, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing … With 16 recreational and athletic facilities and six pools on campus, plus the UCLA Marina Aquatics Center by the beach, fun ways to stay active are always just steps away.