Welcome to UCLA Extension! As the continuing education division of the University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Extension provides flexible, accessible, high-quality learning to help you reach your academic, professional, and personal goals.
Open Enrollment Format
Most of the programs and courses at UCLA Extension feature an open enrollment format, meaning:
No Formal Admissions Process: For most classes, you do not need to submit a university application or go through a traditional admissions review.
No Degree Requirements: You are not required to hold a prior college degree.
Registration: You can pick the courses and enroll directly.
Accreditation
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
All courses, certificate programs, and course specializations offered by UCLA Extension have been developed and are administered in accordance with UCLA and UCLA Extension policy and the regulations of the Academic Senate of the University of California.
UCLA Extension offers a variety of courses, certificates, and specialization programs in fields like business, technology, arts, education, marketing, and health.
Career Growth: Learn practical, industry-relevant skills or complete coursework required for professional state licensure.
Transferable Credits: Earn undergraduate degree credits (X and XL series courses) that can be transferred to other UC campuses or external higher education institutions.
Flexible Learning Formats: Fit education into your busy schedule with options for in-person, fully online, or live-online instruction.
Recognized Credentials: Complete a structured sequence of study to earn a certificate featuring the gold seal of the University of California.
For more details, visit the UCLA Extension website.