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University of California, Irvine

Irvine, CA · West Coast

STEM powerhouse

US #33

A rising star in the UC system, located in one of America's safest cities, Irvine, with a mature Chinese community and strong programs in computer science and game design.

National rank

#33

Acceptance rate

25.7%

SAT middle range

1300 – 1500

TOEFL minimum

80+

Tuition (yr)

$45,673

Undergraduates

29,500

International students

13%

Type

Public

Application requirements (2026-27 cycle)

Test-Blind

Early round

No early round

Regular Decision (RD)

11/30

Supplemental essays

UC PIQs: choose 4 of 8 prompts, 350 words each

⚠ The UC system does not consider SAT/ACT at all

ⓘ Applies via the UC application system, not Common App

Deadlines reflect recent typical dates and can shift slightly each year — always confirm on the school's official site before submitting.

Strong majors

Computer ScienceBusinessBiologyEngineeringCriminology

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