Nestled in the rolling coastal foothills of Orange County and five miles from pristine Pacific Ocean beaches, UCI’s campus benefits from a perfect Mediterranean climate. Its location — in the city of Irvine — offers easy access to 42 miles of coastline for surfing and sailing as well as mountain resorts for snowboarding and skiing.
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Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is consistently recognized as a trailblazer in a broad range of fields. UC Irvine is one of only 65 universities elected into the Association of American Universities. Its 1,475-acre suburban campus offers is known for sustainability, diversity, and inclusivity.
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Set in the Orange County
Set in the Orange County
Nestled in the rolling coastal foothills of Orange County and five miles from pristine Pacific Ocean beaches, UCI’s campus benefits from a perfect Mediterranean climate. Its location — in the city of Irvine — offers easy access to 42 miles of coastline for surfing and sailing as well as mountain resorts for snowboarding and skiing.