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2024 Best Colleges in the Los Angeles Area

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  1. #4 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    University of California - Los Angeles

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    4 Year,

    LOS ANGELES, CA,

    5617 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Graduate Student says UCLA offers a rich and diverse academic experience, characterized by high-caliber professors renowned for their expertise. The faculty's approach varies, with some professors being exceptionally....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 9%,

    Net Price: $16,999,

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  3. #7 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    University of California - Irvine

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    4 Year,

    IRVINE, CA,

    4302 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says The university is known for its strong programs in engineering, computer science, biological sciences, business, and the arts, providing ample research opportunities and access to dedicated faculty...However, there are areas that could be improved. The cost and availability of housing in Irvine can be challenging. Parking on campus is also a concern due to high fees and limited spaces,....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 21%,

    Net Price: $14,033,

    SAT Range: 1230-1430,

  4. #8 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    Occidental College

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    4 Year,

    LOS ANGELES, CA,

    512 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says Like everything, there are ups and downs and days where I wish I were back home with my dogs, but I love Occidental College, and I've had such a great experience so far. I am only a sophomore and....

    Read 512 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Acceptance Rate: 39%,

    Net Price: $44,853,

    SAT Range: 1370-1510,

  5. #9 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    California State University - Long Beach

    4 Year,

    LONG BEACH, CA,

    4923 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says Well, I just completed my first year as a freshman, and it was pretty good! Because it was my first year, I initially struggled a lot with making friends and putting myself out there, but eventually....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Acceptance Rate: 40%,

    Net Price: $9,346,

    SAT Range: 1020-1240,

  6. #10 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    Pitzer College

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    4 Year,

    CLAREMONT, CA,

    654 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says The person who posted the review starting "These negative reviews of Pitzer College are strange" is absolutely insensible. Do you not see the topics raised in these reviews? Does health....

    Read 654 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Acceptance Rate: 18%,

    Net Price: $39,809,

  7. #12 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    Pepperdine University

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    4 Year,

    MALIBU, CA,

    1375 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Graduate Student says Pepperdine is a long-standing Church of Christ university that received mostly private funding. Tuition can be quite high but will pay off on a resume or for connections within certain job markets.....

    Read 1375 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 49%,

    Net Price: $47,804,

    SAT Range: 1280-1480,

  8. #13 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    Biola University

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    4 Year,

    LA MIRADA, CA,

    2331 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says The last four years that I have spent at Biola were transformational, and I am so grateful for my time at the university. As an English major, I was challenged both academically and spiritually. Each....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 57%,

    Net Price: $31,522,

    SAT Range: 1080-1320,

  9. #14 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    Chapman University

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    4 Year,

    ORANGE, CA,

    2305 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Graduate Student says Pursuing a MFA in Film Directing at Chapman has been a transformative journey marked by both academic rigor and creative exploration. The program’s comprehensive curriculum offers a deep dive into....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 73%,

    Net Price: $45,033,

    SAT Range: 1200-1400,

  10. #15 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    University of California - Riverside

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    4 Year,

    RIVERSIDE, CA,

    3740 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says UC Riverside stands out as an exceptional institution that combines academic rigor with an inclusive and vibrant campus environment! Renowned for its dedication to cutting-edge research, the....

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    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 69%,

    Net Price: $14,487,

    SAT Range: 1080-1280,

  11. #16 Best Colleges in Los Angeles Area.

    California State University - Fullerton

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    4 Year,

    FULLERTON, CA,

    5359 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says This is my second year attending Cal State Fullerton and I can genuinely say that I have so far enjoyed the campus. There have been multiple small events to connect with students and explore the....

    Read 5359 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 67%,

    Net Price: $7,925,

    SAT Range: 1000-1180,

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