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Bring Your Studies to the U.S.

Immerse yourself in UCI’s academic and student life while earning course credit towards your degree. Join us for one, two, or three quarters, with the flexibility to extend your program once you’re here.

  • Study at one of the top ten public universities in the U.S.
  • Earn course credit that may be transferable to your home university
  • Learn from renowned UCI professors and accomplished professionals
  • Study alongside UCI students
  • Live in the safest large city in the U.S., as ranked by the FBI
  • Explore Southern California’s beautiful coastal environment and attractions

Choose from a wide variety of courses across more than 20 fields of study—from art to business to engineering to writing. Take courses in your major, fulfill requirements, or try a new area of study during your stay at UCI.

Application Fee Waiver Promotion

UCI is waiving the $200 application fee for students applying for any of the 2022 quarters.

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Have you considered the STAR Program?

UCI’s Undergraduate and Graduate Success Through Academics and Research (STAR) programs were designed to help prepare you to succeed in your studies, whether you’re working toward your bachelor’s or an advanced degree. Are you ready to showcase your strengths and realize your dreams of pursuing a degree in the United States?

Learn more about our STAR Programs!

Students Love Their UCI Experience!

I've always believed that study abroad is one of the best choices that a student can make, and now I can confirm it. Incredibly supportive classmates from all over the world, experienced professors, and collaborative UCI staff made my time here amazing. Thanks, UCI, for challenging me to grow.

- Dori Palomino Hernandez | Peru

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Where is UC Irvine?

UCI is renowned for its strength as a major research university. 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."

Just a few of the reasons why Irvine, California, is a great place to live and study:

  • "Safest big city in America"
  • Diverse and highly educated population
  • Minutes from famed sailing and surfing beaches of Newport, Laguna, and Huntington, and near Los Angeles and San Diego

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UCI is the bridge to the next step in your academic or professional journey — connecting you with the skills, knowledge, and network you need to expand your horizons and opportunities.