why uci

Embrace the Bold

UCI offers 120 degree programs for master’s and doctoral students, innovative extracurricular activities, and the opportunity to work alongside international renowned faculty to produce groundbreaking work.

Our Rankings
8th

Public University U.S.

U.S. News & world report 2021

2nd

Criminology Program

2nd

Literary Criticism & Theory

15th

Education School

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A Day in the Life of a PhD Student

What is an Anteater Experience for a PhD student? We asked Breyah Matthews to help us give you a real view of what it’s like here.

in good company

Each year, close to 5,000 graduate students attend the UCI and approximately 1,500 master’s and doctoral degrees are conferred across more than 90 academic programs. Hear from our students and alumni who made the choice to join UCI.

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