University of California at Irvine
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of California at Irvine
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of California at Irvine is a large public university located on an urban campus in Irvine, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 29,503, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 26%. The university offers 101 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 86%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $12,522, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $45,096.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile26-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1230-1430
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
37k
Students enrolled
37%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
10%
Unknown
1%
Black
2%
Hispanic
21%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
10%
Asian
31%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
35% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
3
Total Online Enrollment
13,529
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.37% online, 63% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
99% On-campus
1% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's3% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $12,522 | $45,096 |
| Graduate | $12,264 | $27,366 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,550 |
| On-campus room and board | $18,639 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,802 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,216 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,883 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,049 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $34,513 | $67,087 |
| Off-campus without family | $32,171 | $64,745 |
| Off-campus with family | $16,121 | $48,695 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
35%
State Grant Aid
54%
Institution Grant Aid
56%
Pell Grant
35%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$15k
Average student debtafter graduation
$44k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Track Field Indoor
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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