NEW STUDENTSWELCOME GUIDE

FALL 2016

UCI CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY

October 4, 2015 marked 50 years since UCI’s first day of classes.

The official anniversary celebration began with UCI’s 2014 Commencement festivities in June 2014, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the campus site dedication. President Lyndon B. Johnson provided the keynote address at the 1964 dedication. The keynote at the June 14, 2014 commencement celebration – which took place at Angel Stadium of Anaheim – was provided by President Barack Obama.

UCI. Bright Past. Brilliant Future.

www.admissions.uci.edu

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WELCOME TO UCIFifty years ago, in October 1965, when the University of California, Irvine, opened its doors and held its first classes, our founders had the ambitious goal that one day this would be a world-class university. Today, that vision is realized in myriad faculty, student, and alumni achievements that are illuminating new possibilities in our state and around the globe.

UC Irvine is consistently among the world’s best universities, with national rankings and achievements in the sciences, arts, humanities, medicine, and management. Three UC Irvine professors have won Nobel Prizes for their contributions to the advancement of human knowledge. Our alumni have won Pulitzer Prizes and Olympic medals, and are leaders in business, the arts, science, and education. In all walks of life, graduates from UCI make a difference.

Our campus has all the advantages of a large, dynamic research university, with many opportunities for students to be involved in undergraduate research. By the time they are seniors, 91 percent of UCI students have participated in faculty research. And with the circular layout of our campus surrounding beautiful Aldrich Park, our tight-knit community thrives with the friendly feel of a small college. Our academics and community combine to create an exceptional undergraduate experience. UC Irvine draws students looking for world-class faculty, cutting-edge academic programs, award-winning housing and facilities, a vibrant campus life, and the opportunity to live and study among the best and brightest minds in academia.

UCI is the ideal place to study the past, enjoy the present, and shape our future. I invite you to explore all we have to offer and to challenge yourself to shine brighter.

Sincerely,

Howard GillmanChancellorwww.admissions.uci.edu

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GREETINGS!University of California, Irvine, home of the Anteaters, is eagerly anticipating your arrival. This guide provides a pathway for you to complete your enrollment, arrive on campus and transition to UC Irvine with ease. In these pages are many of the exceptional services, programs and people that serve and assist new students like yourself so that you can quickly begin to feel right at home.

You are about to begin a very exciting journey. UC Irvine is a magnificent place to nurture your dreams and aspirations and we will provide you with academic and co-curricular experiences that will stimulate your intellect, ignite your passions, and quench your thirst for knowledge and information.

Uniquely threaded throughout all aspects of a UC Irvine education is the ideal that we are to continually improve the world in which we live through academic pursuits, service, innovation and research. At UCI you will graduate ready to make meaningful differences in your community, the nation, as well as globally.

By choosing to become fully engaged both inside and outside of the classroom, you will discover new insights and gain in personal attributes, and confidence. Now is the time to discover the world around you and the strength that comes from leadership and character excellence — the traits of UCI Anteaters.

We look forward to welcoming you on campus!

Best regards,

Thomas A. Parham, ’77 Ph.D.Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs

#1 “Coolest School” in the nation.

Sierra magazine

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Rankings and Distinctionsfor University of California, Irvine

university for beach lovers.Money magazine#1

#1 university doing the most for low-income students nationwide. The New York Times

#9best public university

in the nation.U.S. News & World Report

in the U.S. under 50 years of age#1 for four consecutive years.Times Higher Education

3 Nobel Prize researchers.

#4 best college with an ‘A’ grade for value-added. Money magazine

#1 “Coolest School” in the nation.

Sierra magazine

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WE ARE EXPECTING YOU AT

As a University of California, Irvine student, you will be an integral part of one of the preeminent universities in the U.S. Once on the UCI campus, you will discover there are many educational, social, and experiential opportunities for you to take advantage of that are truly remarkable.

UCI is a vibrant global village located in a city consistently ranked as one of the safest in the nation. The campus is in the heart of California’s most diverse region and it embraces active involvement with local communities representing countries and cultures worldwide.

You are going to love our proximity to world-renowned beaches, desert and mountain resorts, biking and hiking trails, cultural centers for the arts and music, the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, and internationally famous destinations such as Disneyland, Hollywood, and Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

See you on campus – we are expecting you!

Connect With Us Online: www.admissions.uci.edu

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BECOMING AN

ANTEATERThe following information will guide you through the process of accepting your offer of admission to UCI. Log into your MyAdmission account at www.admissions.uci.edu for specific details and be sure to regularly check the Message Center.

International students are to complete the steps for All Students in items 1-7 as well as the steps specifically for international students that follow.

ALL STUDENTS ARE ADVISED TO:1. Read your contract and submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR).

Your SIR and nonrefundable $100 Acceptance of Admission Fee (if requested) is the key to reserving your space at UCI. The freshman SIR deadline is May 1, 2016 or the date specified on your admission letter. The transfer SIR deadline is June 1, 2016 or the date specified on your admission letter. Submit your SIR online via MyAdmission at www.admissions.uci.edu.

2. Submit your Statement of Legal Residence (SLR).

The information you provide on your SLR is used to determine your residence classification for tuition fee purposes. The freshman SLR deadline is May 1, 2016. The transfer SLR deadline is June 1, 2016. Submit your SLR online via MyAdmission at www.admissions.uci.edu.

3. Submit your Housing Application if you plan to live on campus.In order to submit a housing application you must have submitted a positive SIR. The freshman deadline to submit a housing application is May 1, 2016. The transfer deadline to submit a housing application is June 1, 2016.

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4. Submit your official transcripts and test scores. Official final high school and/or college transcripts, as well as all official final test scores such as SAT, ACT, SAT Subject, AP, IB must be sent to the UCI Admissions Office. All transcripts must be received by July 1, 2016; all AP/IB test scores must be received by July 15, 2016. If you are attending summer session, an official transcript is still required by July 1 showing all coursework through spring 2016. Official college transcripts for any courses taken during summer 2016 must be sent to the UCI Admissions Office and received by September 15, 2016. International students are encouraged to request official transcripts early because it may take some time for schools outside of the U.S. to send your official transcripts to UCI. Failure to provide official transcripts may jeopardize your enrollment. (Note: students who did not attend four years at a high school in which the language of instruction is English must submit official test scores for an exam that clears the English Language Proficiency requirement by July 15, 2016. See www.admissions.uci.edu/prospective_international/language_proficiency.html for means to clear this requirement).

Mail official transcripts to:Office of Admissions and Relations with SchoolsUniversity of California, Irvine260 Aldrich HallIrvine, CA 92697-1075

5. Take placement test(s).Many important courses require placement test results in order for freshmen, and in some cases transfer students, to register. In particular, writing courses often require a test result for registration. Placement testing is offered between June and September and is coordinated with Orientation dates. Visit the Academic Testing Center website at www.testingcenter.uci.edu to obtain information about tests, testing dates, and a guide to which placement tests you may need.

6a. FRESHMEN Attend Student-Parent Orientation Program (SPOP) or International Student Orientation (ISO).

New student orientation is mandatory for all freshmen. Please note that if you are an international student, you may choose from two orientation programs.

The Student-Parent Orientation Program (SPOP) is a two-day-one-night orientation for new first year domestic and international students offered multiple times between mid-July and mid-August. Academic advising, course enrollment, campus tours, social activities, and meeting current and new UCI students are included in the SPOP experience. SPOP also includes an optional parent/guardian component for an additional fee. A Spanish language parent program will be offered at least once during the summer.

For international students who are unable to attend SPOP, we offer the International Student Orientation (ISO); a three-day-two-night program that offers many of the same elements as SPOP, but is tailored to the unique needs of

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international students who have little or no experience in the United States. ISO is offered once in September.

While ISO is an option, international freshmen who atended high school in the U.S. are strongly encouraged to attend SPOP if they are available.

In order to enroll in courses for fall quarter, you will need to register for orientation. If you are unable to travel to Irvine during the summer to attend an orientation program, you must request an Orientation Exception. The Orientation Exception Request Form will be available online when your orientation reservation window opens. The date and time of your reservation window will be sent to you via email in early May.

Please visit the orientation website at www.students.uci.edu/orientation for more information.

6b. TRANSFER STUDENTS Meet with your Academic Advisor and attend Transfer Success or the Transfer Student-Parent Orientation Program (TSPOP).

Meeting with your academic advisor is required to enroll in courses. Please contact your advisor to schedule an appointment. Visit www.admissions.uci.edu/counseling.

Transfer Success is a one-day orientation program specifically designed for new students transferring to the university. The program will be offered twice in July; attendance is optional, however we hope you will join us! Our goal is for your transfer experience at UCI to be positive and enriching, academically and socially.

At Transfer Success you will be able to meet in an informal setting with other new transfer students and also interact with currently enrolled UCI students.

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TSPOP is a new two-day-one-night program for transfer students interested in a more comprehensive introduction to the university. TSPOP includes all the elements of Transfer Success plus a wide range of informational workshops and opportunities to make friends with new and continuing UCI students. TSPOP is also optional and will take place once during the summer.

Transfer Success and TSPOP do not include academic advising. All transfer students are required to make an appointment for academic advising with the school of their major. Appointments will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration for Transfer Success and TSPOP will begin in early July. Watch your email for information on the date and time reservations will open. To register for Transfer Success or TSPOP and to obtain program details visit www.students.uci.edu/orientation.

7. Pay fees.Check your ZOT account online to see your registration fees and other charges, as well as any financial aid, waivers or payments credited to your account at https://zotaccount.uci.edu. Be sure to pay the amount due by the fee deadline to avoid late charges and dropped courses.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ARE ALSO ADVISED TO DO THE FOLLOWING:8. Mail your Confidential Financial Statement (CFS) with signatures and dates, and financial documents. The freshman deadline to mail the CFS is May 1, 2016; the transfer deadline to mail the CFS is June 1, 2016. The CFS and financial documents postmarked after the deadline will result in the delay of processing the I-20. If you do not need to apply for the I-20, proceed to step 10.

You will need an F-1 student visa to study in the U.S. if you do not have a visa status that allows you to attend school in the U.S. The I-20 will allow you to apply for the F-1 student visa. If you are already in the U.S. with F-1 student visa status, you must request an I-20.

Go to your MyAdmission account on the Admissions website at www.admissions.uci.edu to access the CFS. Follow the instructions, print the entire CFS, obtain required signatures with dates, and mail the signed CFS and any financial documents, including current bank letter/proof of funding to:

Attention: Records - CFS ProcessingOffice of Admissions and Relations with SchoolsUniversity of California, Irvine260 Aldrich HallIrvine, CA 92697-1075

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9a. If you live outside of the U.S. and need to obtain an F-1 student visa you must also: 1. Check the mail for your I-20 visa document.

Once your CFS, financial documents, and passport biographical page (instructions available at www.ic.uci.edu to submit a scanned copy) have been received and verified as complete, the International Center will process your I-20 visa document.

2. Apply for the F-1 student visa.Students without an F-1 visa need to apply for one. After you receive your I-20 visa document, you may apply for an F-1 visa. Visit the U.S. Department of State website http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/study-exchange/student.html.

9b. If you are currently in the U.S. and have an F-1 visa you must also: 1. Request an electronic release of your SEVIS record from your current school to UCI. Students with an F-1 visa currently in the U.S. must complete the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Record Release Form. The form is available on MyAdmission via www.admissions.uci.edu and on the International Center website at www.ic.uci.edu. Note: Failure to follow the instructions will delay the processing and mailing of your I-20.

2. Check the mail for your I-20 visa document issued by UCI.Once your CFS, financial documents, passport biographical page and SEVIS Record Release Form have been received and verified as complete, the International Center will process your I-20 visa document.

9c. If you live in the U.S. and plan to change to F-1 visa status you must also: Plan to travel outside of the U.S. for an F-1 visa or you must file a change of status application with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

10. Complete iNavigateUCI.As a new F-1/J-1 international student, you must complete the International Center Visa Check-In process. iNavigateUCI is the International Center’s electronic visa check-in process and it is required for all new international students; it is used to report your arrival to the Department of Homeland Security and to “activate” your SEVIS record. For more information, please visit www.ic.uci.edu/Students/New/checkinandorientation.php.

Learn more about the International Center and the programs it offers at www.ic.uci.edu.

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SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR

FRESHMEN & TRANSFER STUDENTS

Freshman Edge July 30 - September 8, 2016Build a foundation for your success before fall quarter begins! As an incoming student at the University of California, Irvine, you are invited to join Freshman Edge, an innovative, experiential program that will provide you with a rich academic, social, and personal foundation for your undergraduate years at UCI.

By the time fall quarter begins, you will be acquainted with the campus and local community, have gained confidence in meeting and speaking with professors, and become part of a close-knit group of incoming students.

In addition to obtaining an early start on your university coursework and graduation requirements, the program’s special workshops and sessions will help you adjust to university life. Activities include: orientations to campus resources; introduction to the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP); and sessions on exam preparation, time management, and academic reading. The lecture series, INSIDE UCI, provides you with an introduction to research projects and faculty from all 16 of the university’s academic schools.

Enroll in Freshman EdgeSee details and deadlines at summer.uci.edu/freshman.

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International Freshmen Freshman Edge has a pathway tailored for international students called Freshman Edge International which will help you transition to campus, the university, and American life. You will also acquire the necessary skills to be successful at UCI and have the opportunity to build relationships with other international and American students.

• Acclimate to your new American environment• Gain further confidence and fluency in using English in everyday living and in the UCI setting• Earn UCI academic units that will count towards your undergraduate degree• Become familiar with UCI’s academic rigor• Participate in workshops designed to prepare you to succeed in your UCI studies• Make lasting friendships with other incoming international and American freshmen

Learn more about the Freshman Edge International pathway at summer.uci.edu/freshman.

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Transfer Edge Session I: June 19 - July 28, 2016Full Summer: June 19 - September 8, 2016 Session II: July 31 - September 8, 2016As a newly admitted student transferring into the University of California, Irvine, you are invited to join Transfer Edge. This program is tailored to the unique needs of transfer students and embraces your experience at another college while preparing you for a smooth transition to UCI and the quarter system when the campus is more relaxed. By building upon your prior academic and life experiences, this program will teach you how to maximize your time here as an undergraduate student.

In addition to obtaining an early start on your university coursework and graduation requirements, you will participate in the program’s workshops and sessions on university life, including orientations to campus resources, networking with faculty, career planning, undergraduate research opportunities, and involvement in leadership programs. The lecture series, INSIDE UCI, provides you with an introduction to research and faculty from all 16 of the university’s academic schools. You will also be part of a smaller community of transfer students who will become familiar with the academic rigor and social scene of UCI with maximum opportunity and support.

Transfer Edge students enroll in Social Sciences 89: Transfer Edge Seminar (2 units academic credit). This course is designed for Transfer Edge students and is available only to students enrolled in the program. Most students choose to take this course and one 4 unit elective. This summer, take advantage of the Pay for Only 8 Incentive Program by enrolling in Transfer Edge for the Full Summer. All UC students will pay for only 8 units in per unit course fees, and by taking part in both six-week Summer Sessions, most students will complete 14 units total. 

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Enroll in Transfer EdgeSee details and deadlines at summer.uci.edu/transfer.

International Transfer StudentsTransfer Edge has a pathway tailored for international students called Transfer Edge International, which will help you transition to campus, the university, and American life. You will also acquire the necessary skills to be successful at UCI and have the opportunity to build relationships with other international and American students. • Acclimate to your new American environment• Gain further confidence and fluency in using English in everyday living and in the UCI setting• Earn UCI academic units that will count towards your undergraduate degree• Engage with faculty about their research• Become familiar with UCI’s academic rigor• Participate in workshops designed to prepare you to succeed in your UCI studies• Make lasting friendships with other incoming international and American transfer students

For more information on the Transfer Edge International pathway, visit summer.uci.edu/transfer.

Summer SessionSummer is a great time to learn! UCI Summer Session makes it possible for students to make progress toward their degree year round. Choose from over 800 courses across 70 academic disciplines, including an extensive selection of online classes, general education requirements, coursework for your major or minor, and Summer Abroad programs.

Summer Session I: June 20 - July 27, 201610 Week Session: June 20 - August 26, 2016Summer Session II: August 1 - September 7, 2016

If you are interested in attending Summer Session, visit summer.uci.edu.

Pay for Only 8 Incentive Program For Summer Session 2016, all UC students who enroll in 8 or more units will pay for only 8 units in per unit course fees.

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AFTER SCHOOL

BEGINSCampus OrganizationsThe Office of Campus Organizations enriches the involvement of students through outreach, education, and support.  As an incoming student, we encourage you to get involved with a campus organization. With more than 600 registered campus organizations, you can find a group that shares your interests, whether they are academic, environmental, multicultural, political, recreational, sports, religious, service, social, athletic, or in Greek fraternities or sororities.  You can also start your own campus organization! In addition, you can get involved with a leadership opportunity serving as a CORE (Campus Organizations Resources and Education) consultant or intern.  To learn more about the campus organizations or involvement opportunities, visit www.campusorgs.uci.edu. 

International CenterThe International Center provides student-visa advice and support for international students. The center offers programs and activities that support your transition to UCI, build upon your leadership skills, and encourage you to become an engaged member of the UCI community. Some of these programs include:

I-STEPS (International Students Transitioning to Educational and Personal Success)I-STEPS is a course assisting first-year international students with transitioning to life at UCI and in the United States. Each week, students learn about a different campus resource and engage in discussions on how to succeed academically and socially at UCI.

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English Conversation Program (ECP)ECP is a program that provides international students the opportunity to practice and improve their conversational English, with the assistance of English conversation partners.

In addition, there are a variety of activities, trips, workshops and events planned throughout the year. For more information on these programs, visit www.ic.uci.edu.

International Peer Group (IPG) ProgramIPG provides both academic and social support to engage international students in UCI’s vibrant campus life and help them create solid relationships in their new environment. Learn more about this outstanding student resource at www.due.uci.edu/ipg.

Welcome WeekWelcome Week, which will be held September 19-23, 2016, is filled with events that showcase campus resources, student organizations and student talent. The welcome week calendar of events can be found at studentlife.uci.edu/welcomeweek.

New Student ConvocationThe official opening ceremony of the academic year is held on the Monday of Welcome Week. Be sure to join us on September 19, 2016! A “must” for new students to see the Chancellor and Deans kick off the new school year.

ShocktoberfestA fun-filled, Halloween-themed event attended by thousands of students, Shocktoberfest consists of an outdoor street festival with music performances, campus organizations and sponsor booths, and a UCI basketball teams exhibition.

Community Roots FestivalEnjoy UCI’s enriching campuswide celebration of cultural and ethnic diversity.

HomecomingCelebrate Anteater pride during the men’s basketball game with students, faculty, and alumni. Experience an afternoon of games, prizes, entertainment and food.

Greek SongfestSince 1980, Greek Songfest has been a student-run campus tradition that brings together the fraternity and sorority community to support a local Orange County nonprofit through fundraising, service, and advocacy. In May, the annual year-long philanthropy culminates in a Broadway style musical showcase and celebration held at the Bren Events Center.

Celebrate UCIThis annual spring event is an outdoor open house for the campus.

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OFF CAMPUS

LIFEMoving to a new place is an exciting adventure and UCI’s location is one of the campus’s great advantages. There are many restaurants, shopping centers, and entertainment venues to explore in the surrounding area. Bus, train and airport services are also close to campus.

RESTAURANTSWalking DistanceIn-N-Out BurgerJack in the BoxCalifornia Gogi Korean GrillYogurtlandChipotle Mexican Grill Veggie GrillGenMendocino Farms Peet’s Coffee & TeaChick-fil-AEureka!Taco BellLe Diplomate Bakery CafeGina’s Pizza… and more!

Short Ride from CampusWahoo’s Fish TacoRuth Chris Steak HouseHouston’sDaphne’s Greek CaféIslandsMother’s MarketDaily GrillBenihanaMcDonald’sCorner Bakery… and many more!

SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENTAngel Stadium of Anaheim (Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim)www.angelsbaseball.com

Boomerswww.boomersparks.com

Bowlmor Lanes - Tustinwww.bowlmor.com

Diamond Jamboreewww.diamond-jamboree.com

Disneyland and California Adventurewww.disneyland.com

Fashion Islandwww.shopfashionisland.com

StubHub Center (LA Galaxy)www.lagalaxy.com

Irvine Spectrum Centerwww.shopirvinespectrumcenter.com

Knott’s Berry Farmwww.knotts.com

Segerstrom Center for the Artswww.scfta.org

San Diego Zoowww.sandiegozoo.org

SeaWorldwww.seaworld.com

South Coast Plazawww.southcoastplaza.com

Staples Center (Los Angeles Lakers)www.nba.com/lakers

The Districtwww.thedistricttl.com

The Honda Center (Anaheim Ducks)www.hondacenter.com

Tustin Marketplacewww.shopthemarketplace.com

Universal Studios Hollywoodwww.universalstudioshollywood.com

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONBUSwww.octa.net

TRAINSMetrolinkwww.octa.net/metrolink

Amtrakwww.amtrak.com

AIRPORTSJohn Wayne Airportwww.ocair.com

Los Angeles International Airportwww.lawa.org

Long Beach Airportwww.longbeach.gov/airport

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STUDENT SERVICES AND

RESOURCESOffice of Admissions and Relations with SchoolsPhone: 949-824-6703www.admissions.uci.edu

AthleticsPhone: 949-824-6931www.ucirvinesports.com

Campus Organizationswww.studentlife.uci.edu

Campus ToursPhone: 949-824-6703www.campustours.uci.edu

Disability ServicesPhone: 949-824-7494www.disability.uci.edu

Division of Undergraduate EducationPhone: 949-824-3291www.due.uci.edu

Fee Paymenthttps://zotaccount.uci.edu

Freshman EdgePhone: 949-824-7649 summer.uci.edu/freshman

Office of Financial Aid and ScholarshipsPhone: 949-824-8262Email: finaid@uci.eduwww.ofas.uci.edu

General Cataloguecatalogue.uci.edu

HousingPhone: 949-824-6811www.housing.uci.edu

International CenterPhone: 949-824-7249Email: newstudent@ic.uci.eduwww.ic.uci.edu

International Peer GroupPhone: 949-824-6776www.due.uci.edu/ipg

ORIENTATION PROGRAMS• Student-Parent Orientation (SPOP)• International Student Orientation (ISO) • Transfer Success• Transfer Student-Parent Orientation (TSPOP) www.students.uci.edu/orientation

Placement Testswww.testingcenter.uci.edu

Summer SessionPhone: 949-824-5493summer.uci.edu

Transfer EdgePhone: 949-824-7649summer.uci.edu/transfer

Transfer Student CenterPhone: 949-824-1142transfercenter.uci.edu

Student Support ServicesPhone: 949-824-6234sss.uci.edu

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)Phone: 949-824-4189www.urop.uci.edu

UCI Extension - International ProgramsPhone: 949-824-5991ip.extension.uci.edu

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ARRIVING IN

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

FOR ALL STUDENTS

Getting to the UCI campus: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the closest airport to UCI with extensive international flights and it is 40 miles north of campus. The closest regional airport is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is three miles from campus.

There are multiple transportation options for you to choose from to get to UCI, such as renting a car or traveling by bus, taxi or shuttle. If you would like to book a Super Shuttle to UCI, please go to www.supershuttle.com or call 800-258-3826.

Additional transportation arrangements can be made in advance through the website for each airport.

John Wayne Airport Los Angeles Long Beach Airportwww.ocair.com International Airport www.longbeach.gov/airport www.lawa.org

A few hotels close to campus: If you arrive at night or are planning on arriving a few days early you should make reservations at a hotel in the area. Make sure to request UCI rates for any special discounts!

Courtyard Marriott – Irvine2701 Main StreetIrvine, CA 92614949-757-1200www.courtyard.com

Hilton – Irvine18800 MacArthur BoulevardIrvine, CA 92612949-833-9999www.hilton.com

Hotel Irvine – Irvine17900 Jamboree RoadNewport Beach, CA 92614888-230-4452www.hotelirvine.com

Radisson Hotel – Newport Beach4545 MacArthur BoulevardNewport Beach, CA 92660949-833-0570www.radisson.com

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When you arrive at UCI: You should get some rest, start to unpack and settle into your residence hall. If you would like to check out UCI’s housing before you arrive on campus, please visit the housing website at www.housing.uci.edu.

FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

When you exit the plane:You will meet with a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer to clear your stay in the U.S. Please have the following items ready to show the immigration officer: • Passport • I-20 visa document • Proof of financial support • I-901 receipt of SEVIS fee payment • Admissions letterAfter you pass through immigration, please proceed to the baggage claim area to pick up your luggage. Once you have picked up your luggage, proceed to the Customs Desk and present the following documents: • Passport • Customs Declaration Form (provided by your flight attendant on your aircraft)

If you need a contact person on campus:Please call the Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools at 949-824-6703, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PST), for assistance.

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FRESHMEN By May 1, 2016 • Submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR); read your contract

for provisional admission and the UCI immunization requirements

• Submit your Statement of Legal Residence (SLR)

• Submit your Housing Application if you plan to live on campus

• International Students: Mail Confidential Financial Statement (with signatures

and dates) and financial documents to UCI Admissions, and upload a copy

of passport biographical page to www.ic.uci.edu

By July 1, 2016 • Official final transcripts are due in the UCI Office of Admissions

By July 15, 2016 • Official AP/IB test scores are due in the UCI Office of Admissions

By September 15, 2016 • Official transcripts for any summer 2016 college courses are due in

the UCI Office of Admissions

Summer – Fall 2016 • Take Placement Test(s)

• Attend Orientation: Student Parent Orientation Program (SPOP) or

International Student Orientation (ISO)

• Pay Fees

• International Students: Complete iNavigateUCI, the International

Center’s mandatory electronic check-in process

TRANSFERSBy June 1, 2016 • Submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR); read your contract

for provisional admission and the UCI immunization requirements

• Submit your Statement of Legal Residence (SLR)

• Submit your Housing Application if you plan to live on campus

• International Students: Mail Confidential Financial Statement (with signatures

and dates) and financial documents to UCI Admissions, and upload a copy

of passport biographical page to www.ic.uci.edu

By July 1, 2016 • Official transcripts are due in the UCI Office of Admissions

By September 15, 2016 • Official transcripts for any summer 2016 college courses are due in

the UCI Office of Admissions

Summer – Fall 2016 • Take Placement Test(s)

• Meet Academic Advisor and attend Transfer Success or the Transfer

Student-Parent Orientation Program

• Pay Fees

• International Students: Complete iNavigateUCI, the International

Center’s mandatory electronic check-in process

FALL 2016

ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST

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LOCATING UCI

Accommodations: Upon request, this publication will be made available in alternative formats for people with disabilities. Contact the UCI Disability Services Center; telephone 949-824-7494, TDD 824-6272.

Campus Safety: Pursuant to the Federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the “Clery Act”), the UCI Annual Security Report is available online at www.police.uci.edu/Jeanne_Clery_Act_Annual_Security_Report.pdf and the UCI Annual Fire Safety Report is available online at www.ehs.uci.edu/programs/fire/UCI_HEOA_Report.pdf.

Nondiscrimination Policy: The University of California, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and university policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services. The university also prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in university programs and activities. For more information, call 949-824-5594.

Printed February 2016.

See campus maps and driving directions at www.uci.edu/visit.