Applying to the arts at UCLA is different from any other University of California campus, and different from applying to most majors at UCLA.
Our visual and performing arts majors require a creative supplement that involves visual artwork, performing arts audition, and/or additional writing. You can apply directly to your major with those supplemental materials and when you start at UCLA you begin your arts coursework right away.
How do I apply?
Applying to an arts major at UCLA is a two-step process:
File the University of California General Application, and list your arts major as your first choice to UCLA.
Complete the UCLA Arts supplement for your desired major on SlideRoom. Requirements for each major are unique and may involve additional essays/statements, visual arts portfolios, dance audition videos, etc.
Important DATES
August 2026: University of California main application opens for the Fall 2027 admission cycle.
Mid-August 2026: UCLA Arts undergraduate supplemental requirements published on SlideRoom.
November 30, 2026: Deadline to file the University of California general application for Fall 2027 consideration.
December//January TBD: supplemental deadlines for all UCLA Arts undergraduate majors.
Then what happens?
Your UCLA Arts department evaluates your creative supplement, and makes admission recommendations to UCLA Undergraduate Admission. If you meet minimum academic eligibility requirements, then we can admit you.
