University of California - Irvine
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1190 | 1420 |
| 2018 | 1190 | 1420 |
| 2019 | 1200 | 1430 |
| 2020 | 1240 | 1410 |
| 2021 | 1240 | 1410 |
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π Great Fit If You Are:
Quiet strivers
if you're focused, thoughtful, and prefer doing the work over talking about it, UCI fits you.
CS & Bio double-thinkers
if you want to toggle between algorithms and anatomy, Irvine offers both worlds.
Safety-first students
if you or your family value a clean, calm, and supportive campus, this is ideal.
Collaborative climbers
if you want to grow steadily with peers who help more than compete, UCI is your pace.
First-gen & immigrant kids
if you want a university that sees you, respects your background, and helps you rise, UCI delivers.
π¨ Not Ideal For:
Hyper-social extroverts
the campus is more chill than lit; nightlife and party culture are light.
Name-brand hunters
UCI is respected but not as flashy as UCLA or Berkeley to the general public.
Liberal arts purists
humanities are present, but the school leans STEM-heavy in energy and funding.
Chaos lovers
UCI is quiet, efficient, and well-planned; it's not a hot mess of spontaneity.
Urban wild-hearts
Irvine is beautiful and safe, but also suburban and a bit sterile for some.
βοΈ Weather & Climate
spring
65-75Β°F (18-24Β°C)
Mild and pleasant
summer
75-85Β°F (24-29Β°C)
Warm and sunny
fall
70-80Β°F (21-27Β°C)
Warm and clear
winter
60-70Β°F (16-21Β°C)
Mild with occasional rain
Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny weather year-round.
βοΈAverage 278 sunny days per year
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Famous for its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife.
A shopping and entertainment center with various dining options.
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