Hi all! I'm a high school junior exploring college options, and UCLA is one of my top choices. I'm curious if it's classified as a research university, and if so, what kinds of undergraduate research opportunities might be available? I'm particularly interested in applied mathematics or statistics as potential majors. Any insights would be very helpful. Thanks!
Hi there! Absolutely, UCLA is indeed classified as a research university. In fact, it's one of the top research institutions in the nation! There are plenty of undergraduate research opportunities available for students interested in applied mathematics and statistics.
Some popular research programs at UCLA include the Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URSP) and the Undergraduate Research Centers (URC) which offer research projects and funding for students. Applied mathematics and statistics majors can often find opportunities under the College of Letters & Science. Conducting research under the guidance of a professor or working on research projects are great ways to gain hands-on experience in your field.
Adding to that, attending a research university like UCLA also offers the potential to collaborate with experienced faculty and network with other like-minded students. I hope this helps, and best of luck in your search!
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