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See why we're one of the top 10 public universities in the U.S. according to U.S. News & World Report. Why The Princeton Review, Forbes, and Money rank us among the best value colleges in the nation. Why Times Higher Education and The Wall Street Journal recognize our campus environment as one of the best in the West. See yourself at UC Irvine. With more than 85 majors to choose from, and the chance to work alongside renowned faculty producing groundbreaking work, the opportunities are endless .

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The UC Application for fall opens August 1. The submission period is October 1 - December 2. Apply online and submit your completed application with the nonrefundable application fee. How to Apply

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