Enhance Your Academic Journey
Elevate your academic journey by learning from leading faculty at UC Irvine’s Merage School, renowned for cutting-edge business education.
Expand Global Network
Build new peer and professional connections to expand your global network through collaborative learning and engagement at UC Irvine.
Experience the California Ecosystem
Live and learn in Orange County, immersing yourself in one of the world’s largest and most innovative economies.
Welcome to the World's 4th Largest Economy
California, and specifically Orange County, offers an unrivaled destination for international graduate students seeking academic excellence and a vibrant lifestyle through UC Irvine’s California Graduate Experience (CGE) at the Paul Merage School of Business. California boasts the world’s fourth-largest economy, with a 2024 GDP of $4.1 trillion, driven by innovation in technology, finance, and healthcare. Destination beaches. Pristine hiking and bike trails. World-class entertainment. Elite education. Exciting career prospects. Unlimited possibilities. Welcome to Anteater Country. UC Irvine is located in the heart of beautiful Orange County, nestled between Los Angeles and San Diego counties and just five miles from SoCal’s sunny shores. A cornerstone of Irvine, one of the safest cities in the U.S. and home to Southern California’s burgeoning tech coast, UCI is the perfect place to study, work, live and play. Our close proximity to shopping, amusement parks, premier arts and cultural centers, and industry leaders make UCI a destination unlike any other. Discover how Irvine combines the best of a college town community with the vibrant opportunities of a bustling city.
The Experience Overview
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Master of Finance
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Finance
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Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Innovation & Strategy
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Master of Professional Accountancy
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Accounting
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Master of Science in Business Analytics
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Data Analytics
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Master in Management
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Business Planning
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The UC Irvine Experience
A leading global university at the heart of southern California In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and dedicated public service. Today, we draw on the unyielding spirit of our pioneering faculty, staff and students who arrived on campus with a dream to inspire change and generate new ideas. We believe that true progress is made when different perspectives come together to advance our understanding of the world around us. And we enlighten our communities and point the way to a better future. At UC Irvine, we shine brighter.
How we support our International students
We developed a seamless process to support our international students from the time they arrive. Helping them with structured orientations, support and access to resources to optimize their learning experience
Course Identification & Enrollment:
We support with mapping out available courses and facilitating the enrollment process
Specialized Orientation:
Geographical, Cultural and Academic
Special Events:
for networking and connection with other students, faculty and community members
Comprehensive Guide:
to UC Irvine and surrounding areas
Office Hour Support:
staff dedicated to support students with any questions they might have
UC Irvine Staff:
Resources for any support students may need academically or logistically
Student Expectations
What is expected from our international students: 1) Identify and secure housing (with our support) 2) Health insurance is mandatory while attending UC Irvine 3) Secure F1 VISA US and maintain student status per government requirements 4) Engagement (actively participate in class, F1 VISA requirement)
University Partnerships
Establish an integrated link between your existing programs and the California Graduate Experience (CGE) Reach out to us and establish a strategic program-based relationship (PBR) to propel your students into an international experience with UC Irvine. Augment their learning experience and the reach of your program through the California Graduate Experience (CGE).
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Become a Leader in Business Today
Join the California Graduate Experience and gain the tools, insights, and confidence to lead with impact. Enroll now and take the first step toward shaping your future with purpose and power.