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UCLA is a large public research university in Los Angeles known for its strong academics, diverse student body, and sunny campus in the Westwood neighborhood. Students often rave about the mix of big‑city energy and walkable campus, the strong sense of school spirit, and the easy access to internships, beaches, and the broader Southern California lifestyle.

State

California

Student Population

47,000

Acceptance Rate

8–9%

GPA Range

3.7+

SAT Range

1350–1550

Common Majors

psychology, biology, sociology, economics, political science, communications

“Walking through campus on a perfect LA day, how the line between classes, LA job searches, and social life can blur, that the workload can feel relentless and the campus can sometimes feel overcrowded, yet the diversity of people and ideas still makes it feel like you’re exactly where you need to be.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $13,225; Out-of-state: $42,217

Conference

Big Ten Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

70.5

Avg Women's Scores

72.2

Men's Team Notes

Bruins men posted sub-71 averages over Pac-12 events, led by Morales' 69.8 mark with 21 sub-par rounds and two medals at Golf Club of Georgia. Team depth secured top-5 finishes at invitationals; strong desert and home layouts fueled consistent contention amid firm greens and pressure matchups.

Women's Team Notes

Bruin women maintained 72.2 averages across 13 events, excelling with 70.3-70.5 team scoring at key starts and top finishes via sharp par-4 play. Freshmen alongside veterans like those averaging 73.5 earned medals; solid Pac-12 Preview and home dominance propelled regional qualification and national aspirations.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Armen Kirakossian

Women's Coach

Alicia Um Holmes

Men's Email

akirakossian@athletics.ucla.edu

Women's Email

aum@athletics.ucla.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Armen Kirakossian is UCLA men’s head golf coach, leading the Bruins in the Big Ten after a successful run as an assistant and head coach in the South. At Arizona State he helped the Sun Devils to multiple NCAA‑Championship appearances and national‑level finishes, and under his direction UCLA has returned to the NCAA Championships and won its first Big Ten golf title. Kirakossian emphasizes a strong, recruiting‑driven culture and scoring‑oriented preparation.

Women's Coach Bio

Alicia Um Holmes is UCLA women’s head golf coach, taking over in 2023 after 17 years as an assistant and associate head coach with the program. A former Bruin player, she has helped the team reach the NCAA‑Championship level and win multiple tournaments, building on UCLA’s three‑title history. Holmes focuses on player‑development, short‑game excellence, and a supportive yet competitive team environment to keep the Bruins at the top of the conference.

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