Hey everyone. The numbers floating around for UCLA are slightly incorrect. Last year's offers were largely 24 k for ONE YEAR of fellowship, not two! This has been misinformation that even some graduate students within the program have. I have attached a screen shot of the acceptance letter below.
The breakdown was $24,000 first year for a fellowship (no teaching responsibilities). This money IS subject to taxation.
Then guaranteed TAship for years 2-5 starting at 17.7k+ and rising
The first three summers you are also given a 6k stipend. You have to apply for the a summer research mentorship but even if you don't get it the department will support you.
Health insurance IS included.
Also, word around the department is they are not offering that summer deal again or it might be changed. That part is total hearsay though. http://i.imgur.com/EFYakv0.jpg