TOEFL Your TOEFL score on the paper and pencil test must be at least 560 or at least 87 on the internet-based test. These scores represent the minimum required for applicants to graduate programs at UCLA. For the internet-based TOEFL (TOEFL iBT), the following are the expected scores for each section: Writing: 25 Speaking: 24 Reading: 21 Listening: 17 IELTS Your IELTS overall band score should be at least 7.0. 7.0 is the minimum required. GRE You are required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and to submit your results. Please contact ETS to send us your official score sheets. If possible upload a scanned copy to AGA. We suggest you take the exam at least three weeks before the application deadline. Our ETS codes are listed below.

PS The Statement of Purpose gives applicants the opportunity to explain to the Admissions Committee their interest in the field and why they consider UCLA the best place to pursue their goals. You should be explicit in stating your reasons for applying, your chosen area of specialization within the major field, your future plans and desired occupation, and any additional information that will aid the Committee in evaluating your aptitude for study. Including a brief résumé explaining relevant past experiences is recommended. M.Arch.II applicants must submit an additional letter of interest for each studio applied to. This statement should address how your interests align with the studio’s focus. M.A. and Ph.D. applicants must also specify their intended area of concentration, and Ph.D. applicants must discuss specific research interests and possible plans for their dissertation. GPA The Graduate Division of the University of California at Los Angeles sets a minimum required grade-point average of 3.0 (B) or its equivalent for the last two years of undergraduate study. CV Résumé or Curriculum Vitae (recommended, but not required) Fee $105.00: U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents $125.00: All other applicants RL Three (3) letters of recommendation are required. These letters should be from individuals who are familiar with your academic and professional experiences and can evaluate your capacity to successfully undertake graduate studies in the Department of Architecture and Urban Design. Letters of recommendation must be sent electronically directly to UCLA by the recommender. When logged into your AGA, you can enter the name and email address of each of your recommenders. They will be contacted by email with a request to submit a letter on your behalf. You can track which letters have and have not been received. You can even send reminders to your recommenders to send their letters. Transcript Mailing address for sending official transcripts Admissions Office UCLA Architecture & Urban Design 1317 Perloff Hall Box 951467 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1467