About UCI
Nestled in one of the most beautiful, vibrant regions in Southern California, the University of California, Irvine is ranked the 7th best public university and best university under 50 years old in the United States. Its world-renowned reputation has also attracted faculty members from the top of their fields, including three Nobel Prize winners. Increasingly a first-choice campus for many students, UC Irvine prides itself as a center for quality education that fosters students’ passion and enthusiasm for knowledge.
A Non-Smoking Campus
Smoking is prohibited everywhere on campus and at properties owned or leased by UC Irvine, including all parking lots. This affects everyone on UC Irvine property, including students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors.
Safe and Beautiful Irvine
One of the first and largest master-planned communities, Irvine enjoys a Mediterranean climate in a safe, clean, and family-oriented environment in the heart of The OC (Orange County)
Quick Facts about Irvine
- Population 2020: 303,956
- One of America’s Safest Cities for 13 years in a row
- 292 sunny days per year:
- Mar-Oct: 23-31°C (highs)
- Nov-Feb: 15-20°C (highs)
- Located in the heart of Southern California’s “Technology Coast”
University Apartments
Fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartments shared by 4 international students of the same gender.
- Wireless internet, cable TV, and DVD player are provided
- Access to pool and Jacuzzi and basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts
- Apartments include bed linens, towels, and kitchen cookware
- Approximately 2.5 miles (4 km) from UCI
- UCI shuttle service available (additional cost $90 per quarter)
- Adjacent to public bus route, international grocery store, large park, and shopping center
- Students provided a bicycle for their use
- Resident Services, Activities, and Mentoring
- UCI undergraduate student Resident Advisors serve as mentors and assist students with their transition to UCI
- Community-building activities, such as barbeques, movie nights, and picnics for students to meet and interact
- Social and educational activities that promote English proficiency and an appreciation of American and international cultures
- 24/7 access to on-site staff dedicated to assist international students with any maintenance and facilities issues
Homestay
If you are interested in homestay, directly contact one of the companies listed below for more information and pricing.
Homestay Benefits:
- Live with local families in a private furnished room with Internet access
- Learn about American culture and practice your English skills daily while developing lasting friendships
- Experience American families of a variety of racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups
Applications must be submitted directly to the homestay company and processed prior to arrival.
UCI Dorms (Summer Quarter Only)
On-Campus Housing Near Classrooms
- Fully furnished shared or private rooms
- Live with other international students and American peer advisors
- Meal plans available
- WiFi included
- Rates
- Shared occupancy bedroom rates listed below do not include meals or a $100 application fee. Private rooms and meal plans are available for an additional charge.
Hotel/Motel
All rates are subject to change.
- Rate per day, per person
- Hotel / Motel Benefits
- Close proximity to campus (approximately 10-15 minute drive)
- Receive housekeeping service
- Enjoy a gym, jacuzzi, and pool
