University of California, Irvine

It is very difficult to get into University of California, Irvine. Around 21% of applicants get into University of California, Irvine each year. Out of 119,199 applications received in 2023, 25,358 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to University of California, Irvine, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 11/30 and the fee for the application is $70.

Students who apply to University of California, Irvine for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than March 31.

University of California, Irvine Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of California, Irvine's admissions stats.

University of California, Irvine 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	98%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

University of California, Irvine Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of California, Irvine.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	11 30	March 31

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Considering Applying Early to University of California, Irvine?

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University of California, Irvine does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to University of California, Irvine

For more information on transferring to University of California, Irvine, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of California, Irvine

University of California, Irvine has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of California, Irvine Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of California, Irvine

What does University of California, Irvine consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Volunteer Work	Very Important
Work Experience	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
State Residency	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of California, Irvine for more information on admission factors.

University of California, Irvine Application Requirements

To apply to University of California, Irvine, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of California, Irvine's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of California, Irvine?

University of California, Irvine has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school. At University of California, Irvine 98% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school and 100% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of California, Irvine, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of California, Irvine directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of California, Irvine does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of California, Irvine

Transfer students can enroll in University of California, Irvine during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of California, Irvine Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of California, Irvine?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of California, Irvine must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of California, Irvine accept transfer credits?

✅ University of California, Irvine accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does University of California, Irvine accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of California, Irvine accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of California, Irvine?

✅ University of California, Irvine is not test optional.

What is University of California, Irvine's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of California, Irvine is 21%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of California, Irvine?

❌ University of California, Irvine does not offer early decision.

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