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Quick FAQs Links
Before You Apply
The first step in the application process involves choosing an area of study that is closely aligned with the applicant's background and academic interests and goals. When making this decision, you will want to keep in mind the following:
Application Process
We will begin accepting applications in October for Fall admission. The following items are required in support of each application for PhD and Master's degree admission:
Application Status
Applicants can check the status of their applications through the application portal.
Is the GRE Required?
The GRE test scores are required for some programs. We will accept the GRE General Test at home test version. To send an official GRE test score to UCI, please select institution code 4859.
Campus Housing
UC Irvine guarantees an offer of on-campus housing to newly-admitted, full-time Fall Ph.D. students who meet application, Statement of Intent to Register and fee payment deadlines.
How do I apply for financial support?
All applicants are automatically considered for financial support as teaching assistants, graduate student researchers or fellows, and are not required to apply separately for financial support.