University of California, Irvine

About University of California, Irvine

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) is a public land-grant research university in Irvine, California. Founded in 1965, it is one of the ten campuses of the University of California system and has quickly risen to prominence as a major research institution.

Undergraduate admission is highly selective. Prospective students should review the UC application process and specific major requirements on uci.edu. UCI is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Campus address commonly cited: Irvine, CA 92697. Confirm tuition, housing, deadlines and visit programmes on uci.edu before applying. Keep recommendations and activities materials organised for early applications if relevant. Always confirm current tuition, deadlines, testing policy and visit details on the official website before applying. Keep transcripts and recommendations organised early in the cycle. Prospective students and families should verify the latest tuition, housing costs, application deadlines, testing policy and financial-aid rules on the institution's official website for the intended entry year. Published third-party summaries can become outdated quickly. Keep academic transcripts, counsellor recommendations and identification documents organised early, and confirm any programme-specific prerequisites before submitting an application. Campus visits or official virtual sessions are useful for understanding teaching style, student support and residential life.

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