Why UCLA Extension?

Our dedication to lifelong learning fuels the continual development of innovative, groundbreaking courses and programs designed to fit seamlessly around the lives of our students.

• UCLA Excellence–UCLA-approved curriculum and Instructors. Each course is taught by an industry expert from LA’s most innovative and creative companies.

• Open Enrollment–Most of our courses and programs have no prerequisites and require no application process.

• Certificate Programs–Choose from over 1,000 courses and 100 certificate programs. Try out a course or two. If you enjoy them, enroll in the certificate.

• Learn from Anywhere–Do you prefer to learn online, on campus, or a hybrid of both? Choose your learning style at UCLA Extension.

• Pay as You Go–Our flexible enrollment model lets you learn at your own pace without the financial burden of paying up front.

No matter where your lifelong learning journey takes you, UCLA Extension will help lead the way.

UCLAxOpen–Open Access to All

UCLAxOpen is a series of no-cost courses and seminars offered at UCLA Extension. Interested in developing a skill, pursuing a passion, or just having fun? There’s a UCLAxOpen seminar for you. Topics include current events, art and design, education, entertainment technology, and much more.

Discover the possibilities at uclaextension.edu/uclaxopen.