What is UCLA's ranking in the USA on the latest popularity rankings?
UCLA ranks 13th in the USA on a recent university popularity ranking, and 20th worldwide on the same list. It also places 46th in the QS World Rankings, 17th by US News, and 18th by THE, confirming its strong standing among Indian students evaluating top American universities and their programs.
If you are ranking UCLA against other American universities, recent popularity ranking data places it firmly among the country's top research institutions. This complements UCLA's strong showing across other major global ranking bodies.
UCLA USA And World Standing
| List | UCLA Position |
|---|---|
| Popularity Ranking, USA | #13 |
| Popularity Ranking, World | #20 |
| QS World Rankings | #46 world |
| US News | #17 world |
| THE | #18 world |
Subject Level Standing
UCLA's subject rankings vary by program. Its M.A. programs rank highest at number 11 both globally and within the country, while its MBA and PGDM programs sit around number 22 worldwide and number 23 nationally, so your specific course matters more than the overall university rank.
My Advice
Look past the overall UCLA ranking and check where your specific course lands on the subject-wise list. A university can rank well overall while a particular program sits lower, which affects how competitive your application and post-study outcomes might be.
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