2025-2026 Admission Requirements for the Graduate Major in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Admissions Requirements for the Graduate Major in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences


APPLYING

After exploring options and choosing a specific program, follow the steps on our University’s graduate application process:

Deadlines to apply

December 10, 2024

Admission Limited to

Fall
Exceptions only in special cases.

Exams & GRE Types

GRE: Optional

Letters of Recommendation

3

UCLA-Wide Graduate Admissions Requirements

Degree-Specific Admissions Requirements

In addition to the University's minimum requirements and those listed above, all applicants are expected to submit a statement of purpose.

In addition to applicants who hold a bachelor's degree in meteorology or atmospheric sciences, those with a degree in related disciplines, such as astronomy, chemistry, engineering, geophysics, oceanography, mathematics, and physics, are also encouraged to apply.

Program Name

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Leading to the
degree of

M.S., Ph.D.

Major Code

002E

Address

7127 Math Sciences
Box 951565
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1565

Phone

(310) 825-1954

Email

studentinfo@atmos.ucla.edu

Website

www.atmos.ucla.edu