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Star power

O.C. firm with UCI roots makes strides toward fusion energy production

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When it comes to politics, you’re not as rational as you think

Research by Peter Ditto, professor of psychology & social behavior, shows personal values shape political views

Closing academia’s gender gap

Study finds UCI making greatest strides, with ADVANCE program key

Hidden treasures

A guide to cool artifacts and art on and around campus

News

Even plant-supporting soil fungi affected by global warming, UCI study finds

Ecologically rich mountain cloud forests impacted by drying climate

Bad vibrations: UCI researchers find security breach in 3-D printing process

Machine sounds enable reverse engineering of source code

Blocking inflammation prevents cell death, improves memory in Alzheimer’s disease

UCI mouse study points to new treatments to limit effects of neurological disorder

Who We Are

Currently celebrating its 50th anniversary, UCI is the youngest member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The campus has produced three Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UCI has more than 30,000 students and offers 192 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $4.8 billion annually to the local economy.

About UCI

Academics

UCI is a center for quality education that fosters passionate, enthusiastic and ongoing expansion of knowledge and approaches to scholarship.

Research Programs

UCI is improving lives through the investigation, discovery and dissemination of knowledge in numerous forms to all levels of society.

Our Community

UCI students, faculty and staff reach beyond the classrooms and laboratories to address social issues and improve the human condition.

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UCI combines the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location.

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Campus Maps

Visit the Campus Maps page for the best way to reach UCI and locate intended campus destinations, as well as nearby parking options.

Visitor Center

The Visitor Center welcomes prospective students and their parents, alumni and all visitors who want to know more about the university.

Parking & Transportation

Transportation & Distribution Services offers information on parking rates and timely updates on sustainable commuting options.

Events

There’s always something interesting going on at UCI. Enlightening classes, engaging public lectures, captivating performances and exciting athletic events take place year-round.

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Arts & Athletics

Arts

Claire Trevor School of the Arts is UCI's center for innovative, creative engagement in art in all of its facets: production, critique, appreciation, and development.

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Athletics

Our mission is to facilitate and enrich the education and personal growth of students through their participation in competitive NCAA Division I athletics.

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Health

UC Irvine Health provides the highest quality healthcare to Orange County and surrounding communities through its world-class physicians, surgeons and clinical staff.

UC Irvine Health

Delivering world-class healthcare – and hope

Initiatives

Illuminations

All UCI students, regardless of major, should have serious and meaningful exposure to the creative arts. In addition, we seek to strengthen the connections between UCI and our regional arts and culture centers and institutions.

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Sustainability

A platform for interdisciplinary scholarship on critical climate, environment and resource issues, this initiative aims to infuse sustainability across campus, empowering students and faculty with the rich institutional history of impactful research.

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Giving

Sue and Bill Gross commit $40 million to establish nursing school.

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Rap on Trial: Is it a crime to rhyme?

Professor Charis Kubrin examines how rap lyrics used as evidence impact decision-making.

Proud Merage School alumna gives back to support new building

Kristen S. Monson, MBA ‘86, makes the largest gift in support of the new business school facility and the largest from a Merage School graduate.

Give to the UCI Fund

Gifts to the UCI Fund provide the university with critical funds to support areas of greatest need on campus.

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Work at UCI

UCI is a great place to work. Start your job search here.

Emergency Preparedness

Learn simple steps to improve the preparedness of you, your family and your work colleagues.

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