2025-2026 Admission Requirements for the Graduate Major in Chemistry

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

Deadlines to apply
December 1, 2024
Admission Limited to
Fall
Exams & GRE Types
GRE: Not required
Letters of Recommendation
3
UCLA-Wide Graduate Admissions Requirements
See UCLA's minimum requirements for all graduate program applicants.
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 and departmental application. An excellent undergraduate record is required of all applicants.
Program Name	Chemistry (Chemistry and Biochemistry)
Leading to the degree of	M.S., Ph.D. Applicants are admitted to the MS program only under exceptional circumstances.
Major Code	0153
Address	4009 Young Hall Box 951569 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1569
Phone	(310) 825-3150 Fax: (310) 267-0204
Email	ChemGrad@chem.ucla.edu
Website	www.chemistry.ucla.edu/chemistry-graduate-program