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University of California-Irvine

Irvine, CA · Public · Large city · Website

Admission rate
29%
Selective
Average net price
$13,866
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
87%
Median earnings
$83,432
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of California-Irvine is a public college in Irvine, CA with 30,197 undergraduates. It admits 29% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $13,866 per year ($6,160 for families earning under $30,000). 87% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $83,432 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
29%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
121,101
Fall 2023
Admitted
30,962
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

What University of California-Irvine looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$39,170
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$16,235
Out-of-state tuition
$53,837

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$6,160
  • $30–48k$6,609
  • $48–75k$9,897
  • $75–110k$14,658
  • $110k+$30,831

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
87%
Freshman retention
94%
Median earnings
$83,432
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$12,821
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
30,197
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
Receive Pell grants
37%
  • White13%
  • Hispanic27%
  • Black2%
  • Asian38%

University of California-Irvine FAQ

What is University of California-Irvine's acceptance rate?+

University of California-Irvine admits 29% of applicants, which makes it selective.

Is University of California-Irvine test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to University of California-Irvine?+

In Fall 2023, 121,101 students applied to University of California-Irvine and 30,962 were admitted; 6,796 enrolled.

Does University of California-Irvine consider legacy status?+

No. University of California-Irvine reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of California-Irvine require an essay?+

University of California-Irvine reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of California-Irvine cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $39,170 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,866.

What is University of California-Irvine's graduation rate?+

87% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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