Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend UCLA Summer Sessions and Special Programs?

Summertime at UCLA is unique in that it is the only time when nonregularly matriculated UCLA students may take advantage of all the UCLA has to offer. University students from all over the country and the world may attend, highly motivated high school students may attend, professionals, members of the community, and alumni may attend. Summertime is when UCLA opens its doors!

Please be advised that participation in UCLA Summer Sessions does not constitute admission to the university. Additionally, if you are taking courses towards a degree please check with your home institution regarding transferability.

How do I enroll and register?

Newly admitted and continuing UCLA students may enroll via URSA. Non-UCLA students may enroll on the Summer Sessions Web site. A non-refundable payment of $100 ($400 for international students) is required before enrollment is processed.

You may use URSA to enroll through the first week of each session. Beginning the second week of each session, you may enroll via URSA only if you obtain a PTE (Permission to Enroll) number. If there are PTE numbers available for the course you want, you may obtain one from the instructor or the department offering the course.

How to I retrieve my application to make changes or upload documents?

Visit the Retrieve Web site and enter your registration number, found in the subject line of your welcome e-mail, to retrieve your application.

Do I need to submit my transcript, SAT, or TOEFL scores for admission to UCLA Summer Sessions?

UCLA has an open enrollment policy during summer. Students are not asked for transcripts or SAT scores.

International students must demonstrate proficiency in English by providing their TOEFL scores. We will also accept a transcript that shows passing grades in English language classes. Visit the International Students section of our site for more information.

What is URSA?

URSA is UCLA’s student record access system. It offers real-time access to your official student records and lets you update them instantly. Students can also order transcripts on URSA.

What is a UCLA BruinCard?

A UCLA BruinCard is a mandatory student identification card used to confirm status and eligibility for services. It serves as a library card, a student ticket discount card, a debit card for purchases on and off campus, and a residence hall meal and access card. You do not need to present a BruinCard to attend classes.

How many classes can I take during the summer?

UCLA Undergraduates
UCLA College of Letters and Science students may enroll in up to 18 units. Undergraduates from other UCLA schools may enroll in up to 16 units. UCLA undergraduates wishing to enroll in more units must obtain approval from their college or school.

Non-UCLA Students
Non-UCLA students may enroll in up to 20 units through URSA. Non-UCLA students wishing to enroll in more units should submit a Student Update Form to the Registrar's Office, 1113 Murphy Hall.

High School Students
High school students taking college-level courses may not exceed two courses in any summer term. High school students must petition to take more than two courses or to exceed 10 units.

What is considered full-time study during Summer Sessions?

Enrollment in 8 units constitutes full-time study for undergraduates. Enrollment in 4 units constitutes full-time study for graduate students. For visiting international students, enrollment in 8 units constitutes full-time study.

Will the units I earn at UCLA transfer to my home campus?

Students outside the UC system should verify their school's credit-granting process. Transfer of credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Taking courses at UCLA during the summer generates an official UCLA transcript.

For students from other UC campuses, all UCLA summer activity automatically appears on your home UC campus transcript, and the grades you earn at UCLA are included in your home UC campus grade-point average.

What's the difference between a quarter unit and a semester unit?

To convert quarter units into semester units, multiply the quarter units by .666.
4 quarter units from UCLA transfer as 2.67 semester units.
5 quarter units from UCLA transfer as 3.33 semester units.

Transcripts:

The transcript is a permanent record that reflects all undergraduate and graduate work completed at UCLA. It lists courses, units, grades, cumulative grade-point average, transfer credits, total units, and work in progress in chronological order. For students from other UC campuses, all UCLA summer activity automatically appears on your home UC campus transcript, and the grades you earn at UCLA are included in your home UC campus grade-point average.

Ordering a transcript can be done online through URSA or by submitting a Transcript Request Form to the Registrar's Office. Transcript Request Forms can be dowloaded from the Registrar's Web site or picked up in the North Lobby of Murphy Hall North.

Current students’ transcript fees are billed to their BAR account. Former students should submit a check or money order payable to UC-Regents. Requests are not processed if students have outstanding financial, academic, or administrative obligations to the university.

If I drop a class, will a W appear on my transcript?

No notation will be made on your transcript if you drop courses or withdraw from Summer Sessions prior to the last day of the session.

But be sure to verify your Summer Sessions enrollment status. Do not anticipate that the University will automatically drop you from a class due to nonpayment or non-attendance. You may drop your classes by using URSA OnLine or by submitting a Student Update Form to the Registrar's Office at 1113 Murphy Hall.

How much do I owe? How can I pay?

You can check your Summer Sessions account via URSA.

Be sure to review your summer account and pay by the payment deadline. Although Student Accounting may send you a monthly e-mail reminder to pay your fees, even if you don't receive a reminder, you must pay your fees by the deadline to avoid having your classes dropped for nonpayment.

You may pay via URSA by credit card (VISA or MasterCard).

To pay by check please go to URSA and download the payment form and send those materials to:

UCLA Remittance Center
10920 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 107
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Please be certain that your 9 digit University ID number is on your check.

What do I get for my registration fee?

Your registration fee pays for administrative costs necessary to process your registration, reserves your space in Summer Sessions courses, and authorizes use of campus resources, services, and recreation facilities during the entire summer term. These include the John Wooden and Sunset Canyon Recreation Centers; the University Libraries; Veterans and Social Security Services; instructional, language, and computer laboratories; the Center for Women & Men; the Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Resource Office; the Office of the Dean of Students, the International Student Office; tutoring; museums and galleries; and the Central Ticket Office for obtaining tickets to UCLA and other cultural and sports events. Some services may not be available to those students with holds on their records.

Is financial aid available for Summer Sessions?

Financial Aid Office

Financial aid is available to all eligible continuing UCLA students. This includes students admitted to UCLA for Fall 2008.

You will need to complete the 2008-09 FAFSA application online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA must be submitted on or before March 2, 2008. You also need to complete a supplemental Summer Financial Aid Application available on line beginning April 1, 2008. The priority filing deadline is April 30, 2008.

All requested supporting documents must be submitted by April 30, 2008 to obtain on-time status.

The last day for the UCLA financial aid recipient to pay fees is 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 20, 2008. Classes will be dropped if fees are not paid by then.

Please check with your home institution regarding financial aid options. Please note that ALL students applying for financial aid assume full responsibility for all fees. Regardless of when you receive aid, you are held to the UCLA Summer Sessions payment deadlines.

Other University of California campuses may offer financial aid for Summer Study at UCLA. Please check their Web sites.

Are classes at UCLA Extension the same as Summer Sessions?

No. UCLA Extension offers continuing education at the college level for adult students. Enrollment in Extension does not constitute enrollment in UCLA, and Extension courses do not appear on your UCLA transcript, although some of the classes will transfer for credit. The majority of classes are in the evening and on weekends. For more information, visit UCLA Extension.