UCI Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 28.57%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $14,752
- Out-of-State Tuition: $46,640
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UCI:
- Total Enrollment: 37,297, including 614 online students
- 30,204 Undergraduate, 7,093 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44.8% men, 55.2% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 87%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 5%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 94%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 319 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 215 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UCI Overview
University of California-Irvine (UCI) is a four-year, public school located in Irvine, CA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UCI's tuition & fees is $14,752 for California residents and $46,640 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $21,866.
The school has a total enrollment of 37,297 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
UCI's acceptance rate is 28.57% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.22%.
UCI ranked 107th in National Universities and 25th in California Colleges rankings. University of California-Irvine is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of California-Irvine is $14,752 for in-state students and $46,640 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $14,827 for in-state students and $29,929 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,286 for California residents and $48,325 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,400 for California residents and $30,491 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,752 | $46,640 |
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| Graduate | $14,827 | $29,929 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,286 | $48,325 |
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| Graduate | $15,400 | $30,491 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of California-Irvine offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UCI
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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