University of California-Irvine Top Questions

Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

Vicki

Well-rounded

Alisa

UCI is small but diverse, much easier going than UCLA for example, but still filled with very bright, creative students who have a myriad of interests from surfing at The Wedge in Newport Beach or screenwriting with Hollywood aspirations to biochemical research and political debate.

Steve

Univeristy of California, Irvine is a one of the top ten universities in state of California offering many opportunities for students to get ready for the real world.

Ngan

Irvine was my dream school, and now that I attend, this menality stays the same; the environment, the people, the staff, everything is very clean, helpful and welcoming, Irvine gives off a vibe of "home".

Tiffany

Well equiped school with a lot of resources and opportunities.

Olivia

UCI is best described as a tropical jungle where the combination of diverse cultures, intriuging interests, and exceptional explorations store students and their exotic natures, making it a tuly beautiful place to attend school.

Kymberly

UCI offers countless resources, and their professors have changed my life.

Joanna

My school is a mecca of knowledge, not just for students, but for parents and other individuals who believe education will benefit as well as enrich the scope of their future; this appreciation is achieved through the physical layout of the campus, including the renowned Aldrich Park in the heart of the campus and the circular, connected roads radiating the feeling of community.

Kelly

UCIrvine is boring as heck, but then that's Irvine for you.

Nancy

Entertaining and academically-based.

Shirley

It has become my home, except bigger.

My

At first, it's a little daunting becuase it's so big compared to high school, but after the first quarter, or even the first half quarter, everything will kind of just fall into place as if you've been attending this university all your life.

Adriana

It's a nice place; beautiful campus in a relatively peaceful city, and for the most part the campus is very calm while the teachers seem to genuinely care about what they are giving to their students.

Marie

UC Irvine is academically, intellectually and personally challenging but it's also a place I will grow.

Soon-Won

The University of California - Irvine is a top all-around school, a school where one can find boundless possibilities and quality education that will surely help a student mature and grow.

Gevorg

A very modern and growing campus.

Perry

A look at the dining hall, rec center, and lawns of Mesa Court

Perry

The anthill pub, the UCI tunnels, a nuclear reactor, and the park are highlighted here in this tour of UCI's best spots.

Sandra

The last clip is of IN N' OUT, which is also a part of the University Center.

Sandra

Lee's Sandwiches!

Sandra

This video shows the two most popular student hang outs at the University Center, Cha and Yogurtland.

Sandra

This segment shows Trader Joe's and The Veggie Grill, both in the University Center.

Sandra

A tour of the University Center, across from campus, specifically the movie theater.

Jilian

its right near me.

Jonathan

The UC system is unorganized and unsympathetic towards struggling students.

Allyson

My school is one that is very focused on research.

Sana

It has all the resources you need to pursue any career you want. So don't be lazy and USE them!

Jeremy

Green

Shari

UC Irvine is a fairly serious school, that focuses mainly on school work, but also has many other activities such as theater, sports, and clubs.

Heather

Commuter research school

Ante

It is a fun place to go to school, all of your peers and faculty do a good job pushing you to succeed and do well, while still encouraging you to go out and have a good time.

Jacky

UCI is a research focused school that offer many helpful resources.

Jennifer

Weekends consists of people going home or studying for their Bio classes.

George

Awesome!

Amara

my school is fantastic and i couldn't imagine going anywhere else

Amy

Highly rated

K.

If you're in the scene, you know what goes down, but if you're not, you study quite a bit.

Jennifer

Overall, it is an absolutely great college that allows students to apsire to wonderful things, whether it be through academia, or clubs or even social events.

Megan

My school is fun, laid back and technologically saavy because everyone helps each other and our campus has a lot of great facilities.

Jodi

A research facility that is very academic based and not very socially based.

Lyndsey

My school is a colorful, upbeat, challanging, interesting, diverse, supportive, motivating, growing and wonderful place to go to college, and I love it!

Trisha

a safe, friendly enviorniment that brings people together to learn and obtain a higher education

Patrick

UCI is a world opening experience that plugs you in, to all kinds of interests, causes, peoples and ideas that you may have never come across before; it is located in the heart of Orange County, which provides for access to good jobs, great night life (Hollywood is 45 minutes away), great beaches, and any amenities you could possibly need; UCI is a very technologically advanced campus with a diverse and engaging student culture that will provide an excellent college experience for anyone who attends.

Thomas

The school is clean and very well kept.

David

Very homely, great academic community.

James

UCI is Academically Focused

RORY

The next UCLA, but quite possibly better in coming years.

Adam

UCI is a great place to learn if you like perfect weather and great teachers.

brianne

UCI is a very academic focused school. There is not a lot of school spirit. If you want fun, I would suggest going out to the surrounging areas like costa mesa, huntington beach, or la. But if you are looking for a good school, you will get a great degree. just not a great social life.

Sandra

A brief look at the Mesa Court Housing Community.