A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

University of California-Irvine

4-Year Public
📍 Irvine, California 92697
🌐 www.uci.edu/
Outcomes
A+
91/100
Affordability
C+
63/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
A
86/100

Quick Stats

36,582
Total Enrollment
86%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
26%
Acceptance Rate
$14,647
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of California-Irvine ▼

6% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,268 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where University of California-Irvine Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Criminology
of 100 schools
🥇
Business/Managerial Economics
of 51 schools
🥈
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
of 88 schools
🥉
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools
🥉
Public Health, Other
of 18 schools
🥉
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#5
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#5
Psychology, General
of 100 schools
#8
Computer Science
of 100 schools
#11
Political Science and Government, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,834 $42,611
Total Cost (On-Campus) $39,051 $69,828

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
25%
Take Out Loans
$14,647
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,485
$30,001 - $48,000$8,044
$48,001 - $75,000$11,769
$75,001 - $110,000$16,809
$110,001+$29,595

Student Demographics

36,582
Total Students
55%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)
6%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 15%
Hispanic 24%
Black 2%
Asian 35%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 16%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 80%
Off-Campus (Renters) 6%
With Family 14%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,268 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 63%
Hybrid (Some Online) 35%
Fully Online 2%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of California-Irvine?
University of California-Irvine has an acceptance rate of 26%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend University of California-Irvine?
Tuition at University of California-Irvine is $11,834 for in-state students and $42,611 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,647.
What is the graduation rate at University of California-Irvine?
The graduation rate at University of California-Irvine is 86%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is University of California-Irvine a good school?
University of California-Irvine has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of California-Irvine?
University of California-Irvine has a total enrollment of 36,582 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of California-Irvine?
Yes! Approximately 6% of students at University of California-Irvine live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,268 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology