Overview
Founded in 2009, UCI Law is one of the newest law schools in the United States, established as part of the University of California, Irvine with founding dean Erwin Chemerinsky, a renowned constitutional law scholar. Despite its youth, the school quickly achieved top-tier rankings, largely due to strong faculty recruitment, generous scholarship funding for early classes, and a rigorous, interdisciplinary curriculum. It has become known for its emphasis on experiential learning, public interest law, and a low student-faculty ratio that fosters close mentorship.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Irvine, California |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Total students | 580 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 7:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 40% |
| Graduation rate | 94% |
| Average starting salary | $95,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $54,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $59,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | March 1 |
Top Programs
- Constitutional Law
- Environmental Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Criminal Justice
- International Justice & Human Rights
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.