Start your American academic journey at UCI
Realize your dreams of pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in the United States by gaining essential skills and acculturation opportunities designed to support your success. STAR provides academic and cultural seminars, academic English courses, pre-college courses, and research and critical thinking skills to set a strong foundation for academic success at a U.S.-based university.
Through intensive academic classes and intercultural experiences with classmates, students improve their English fluency and communication skills while learning how to navigate an American university setting.
As a full-time, on campus program, international students are required to obtain a student visa (F-1).
Experience the unique academic and social life at the University of California, Irvine with comprehensive support and abundant campus resources. STAR provides essential skills and acculturation opportunities to help students advance and succeed in their U.S. studies.
Study at a Top 10 U.S. public university in the safest city ranked by FBI for over a decade
Receive ACTS (Authentic, Comprehensive, Targeted, Strategic) focused application assistance
Get standardized test preparation to reach your target score for university admission
Earn credit that may be transferrable to your future degree program
Advance your Academic English and professional communication skills
Build academic research fundamentals skills expected in many top U.S. universities
Choose from programs designed for students who plan to earn an undergraduate or graduate degree.
STAR program graduates can benefit from our partnerships with prestigious graduate schools, including Northwestern School of Professional Studies, Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine University and A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management at UC Riverside. These partner schools will waive their English (e.g., TOEFL/IETLS) requirements for students who successfully complete the STAR program. Scholarships are also available for a limited number of students.
Designed for graduate or undergraduate students matriculated into international university degree programs, ASAP allows students to augment their studies with three, six or nine months at UCI.
Professionals and students will experience professional training by skilled field instructors and then have the opportunity to practice in a U.S. business environment. Select the program that best coincides with your academic or professional aspirations.
UCI is renowned for its strength as a major research university. Its world-renowned reputation has also attracted faculty members from the top of their fields, including three Nobel Prize winners.
We are located in a dynamic U.S. business environment and in one of the most beautiful and engaging regions in Southern California — famously known as "The O.C."
All the instructors are really nice. I think they’re really helpful and supportive. That’s really important, especially for the students who just came to the U.S. in a brand-new environment.
Bachelor's Degree in Social Policy & Public Services and Education Science
Expand your career options by enrolling in an international program at UCI — where you’ll develop the skills, knowledge, and network you need to expand your horizons and opportunities.
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