I am grateful for my PhD experience overall, but I was underpaid and had my boundaries crossed many times. - Researcher, PhD Candidate UCLA Employee Review

3.0
Jan 16, 2024
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Pros

Prestige, research tools, opportunities, beautiful campus

Cons

Cost of living, administrative issues, operates like a corporation instead of a school

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5.0
Jun 21, 2026
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Pros

Great health insurance - I'm told it's really quite fire (no lie) Great location - love Westwood (sandwiched by Brentwood, Bel Air, and Beverly Hills) Union is tremendously supportive

Cons

Campus dining options are kinda weak - breaks my heart to eat the same thing every day

4.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Working with students is satisfying and fulfilling. It also helps yourself retain information you have learned from past courses.

Cons

The Peer Learning Unit is poorly managed, and it is difficult to communicate with your supervisors.

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