Applications & Admissions

Applying Online

Application and Required Documents Due December 15, 2005.

Please note that all paper applications have been phased out.  The online application has two parts. 

PART I: To the UCLA Graduate Division

The Application for Graduate Admission is to be filled out through the UCLA Graduate Division website.  This is designated for the submission of basic information, including your academic history and the program to which you wish to apply, as well as the $60 non-refundable application fee.


PART II: To the Women's Studies Programs

The following material is to be printed and mailed directly to the Women's Studies Programs.  Please note you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to access these material.  You can download Adobe Acrobat Reader for FREE from the Adobe website.

  • Supplemental Information - Part B as indicated online
    This includes information regarding your objectives, current class enrollments that may not appear on transcripts, as well as the names of your recommendation writers.
  • Statement of Purpose - Part C as indicated online
    This includes a cover sheet which includes questions regarding your achievements and activities
  • Three Letters of Recommendation, in sealed envelopes with the recommender's signature across the back of the envelopes. Print 3 copies of the Letter of Recommendation Form. The top part of the form is to be completed by the applicant and given to the recommender to include their letter and evaluation. These letters may be mailed to us directly by the recommender or mailed to us as part of the packet by the applicant. Regardless of whom mails the letters, they must be sealed and MUST HAVE THE SIGNATURE OF THE RECOMMENDER ACROSS THE SEAL.
  • Fellowship Application - Also available from the graduate division, please apply for all scholarships you feel are applicable.
  • Two official copies of transcripts from each institution attended are required. Transcript Request Forms are available to be printed and submitted to your college or university registrar(s). Similar to the Letters of Recommendation, the transcripts may be sent directly from the institution or may be included as part of the packet from the applicant. Regardless of whom mails the transcripts, they must be sealed and MUST HAVE THE OFFICIAL MARKINGS ACROSS THE SEAL (this may be a signature or a sticker or stamp depending on the institution).
  • GRE scores (not older than 5 years).  GRE Scores must be sent directly from ETS. If you did not request they be sent to us when you took the test, you must contact them and see that they are sent. Because it generally takes some time for these scores to reach us, many students elect to include photocopies of their personal score print-out with their packets. While these scores are unofficial, they at least provide the reviewers with some information in the event that your GRE scores are delayed in arriving.  Additional test scores can be ordered from ETS.  The institutional code for UCLA is R4837.  Use 2299 (Social Sciences - Other) as the Department/Major Field Code.
  • a CV or resume which includes your current address, telephone number, email, your educational experience, and your work experience.
  • Women's Studies supplementary essay (in addition to the Statement of Purpose).  The Women's Studies Supplementary Essay should tell the admissions committee about your background in and proposed focus in Women's Studies. It should also give the committee information about your work and professional experience. The essay should be no more than 3 double-spaced pages and should address the following:
    • How did you become interested in Women's Studies?
    • What work or academic experiences prompted you to apply for a graduate degree in Women's Studies?
    • In what area of Women's Studies do you plan to specialize?
    • What are your career goals?
  • Writing Sample.  Term papers or other written materials (not to exceed 25 pages in length) expressing your academic or professional interests.
  • Cross Reference Sheet Complete this form only if names on your transcripts are different from the name you have given on the application.
  • TOEFL scores (required of international applicants whose first language is not English).  Official Score Reports can be ordered from ETS.  The institution code for UCLA is 4837.  The department code is 80 (Other Social Sciences).
  • Confidential Financial Statement (for international applicants only)

Please mail the materials for Part II in ONE packet to the Women's Studies Graduate Programs:
UCLA Women's Studies Graduate Programs
Admissions Committee
2524 Mira Hershey Hall * 801 Hilgard Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1504

 

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