At a glance
Average net price
$14,251
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
86.9%
Admission rate
29%
Undergrad size
30,197
In-state tuition
$15,722
Out-of-state tuition
$49,922
Cost of attendance
$38,632
Median earnings (10y)
$80,735
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 94.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (37%), social sciences (32%), humanities & arts (12%).
- STEM37%
- Health6%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences32%
- Social sciences16.0%~4,825 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology12.6%~3,799 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business11.7%~3,545 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.6%~3,512 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering10.2%~3,092 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science9.4%~2,842 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,860 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,329 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~1,199 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.1%~951 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~882 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics2.5%~752 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.8%~538 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.9%~257 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~217 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~175 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~157 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~142 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.4%~121 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 1,434 | $20,595 | $15,767 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 1,238 | $27,585 | $13,000 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 1,224 | $40,611 | $15,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 1,211 | $70,796 | $15,500 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 865 | $30,524 | $17,285 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 863 | $29,048 | $15,865 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 847 | $28,714 | $14,883 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 833 | $40,188 | $15,499 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 700 | $47,857 | $13,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 562 | $37,993 | $19,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 544 | $59,868 | $14,500 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 525 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 523 | $25,783 | $15,575 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 505 | $29,085 | $15,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 504 | $29,631 | $16,293 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 489 | $68,056 | $19,233 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 393 | $104,708 | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 350 | $28,145 | $16,300 |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 320 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 282 | $23,520 | $18,176 |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 277 | $32,752 | $15,250 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 275 | $51,200 | $17,390 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 274 | $59,500 | — |
| Law. | First professional | 266 | $77,451 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Graduate certificate | 263 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Master's | 251 | — | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Master's | 236 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 233 | $62,257 | $19,700 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 229 | $34,936 | $13,276 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Bachelor's | 218 | $18,068 | $15,026 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 213 | $23,943 | $17,635 |
| Human Biology. | Bachelor's | 210 | — | $20,900 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 204 | $50,491 | $20,000 |
| Medicine. | First professional | 192 | $58,369 | — |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 191 | $52,033 | $18,950 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 182 | $22,367 | $17,862 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 175 | $67,396 | $19,000 |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 175 | $33,381 | $15,000 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs. | Bachelor's | 148 | $29,073 | $15,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 141 | $55,295 | $18,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of California-Irvine
University of California-Irvine is a very large institution located in Irvine, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 30,197 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Psychology, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of California-Irvine — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,251 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $15,722 for in-state students and $49,922 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $38,632 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 86.9%, a strong completion outcome. 94.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $80,735 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of California-Irvine confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Psychology, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (37% of credentials), social sciences (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of California-Irvine accepts 29% of applicants, making it selective.
Location & campus
Set in Irvine, California (city), University of California-Irvine draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of California-Irvine
Q.How much does University of California-Irvine cost?
The average net price at University of California-Irvine is $14,251 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $38,632.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of California-Irvine?
University of California-Irvine has a 6-year graduation rate of 86.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of California-Irvine?
University of California-Irvine admits 29% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do University of California-Irvine graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of California-Irvine graduate earns $80,735 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of California-Irvine?
Published tuition is $15,722 in-state and $49,922 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of California-Irvine located?
University of California-Irvine is located in Irvine, California (ZIP 92697).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of California-Irvine at their official website.