Exploring Graduate Education at UC Irvine

    Meet with a Recruiter

    Graduating UCI students celebrating at a UC Irvine commencement ceremony

    1-1 Meet with a Recruiter Appointments | Registration required

    Just starting to think about graduate school? Meet with staff during a 15-minute one-on-one meeting to gain more insight on exploring programs and applying. Our team can answer general questions about graduate school; for program-specific questions, please contact your program of interest by searching UCI Graduate Degree Programs .

    Please note that UC Irvine's Graduate Division oversees master's and PhD programs and not JD or MD. The schools of law, medicine, and business have their own application processes and requirements. We do not have background in these areas but can offer general advice on graduate school.

    Our team provides general guidance on graduate school exploration and applications.

    Types of questions we are unable to answer:

    • What is the exact acceptance rate for [specific program]?
    • What are the required courses for the [specific program]?
    • Can you review my transcripts or resume/CV in detail during this meeting?
    • Can you tell me if my background fits well with [specific program]?
    • How do I apply for a student visa (F-1, J-1, etc.)?
    • What research opportunities or labs are currently open in [specific program]?

    Types of questions we are able to answer:

    • How to decide whether graduate school is the right next step for you
    • Differences between master's and PhD programs
    • What graduate programs generally look for in applicants
    • When and how to reach out to potential faculty mentors
    • General advice for exploring programs and comparing universities
    • Where to find information about graduate programs and admissions requirements

    These appointments are for both UC Irvine and non-UC Irvine students interested in graduate school. Appointments are offered at various times throughout the week. For questions regarding scheduling an appointment, contact ucigradprospect@uci.edu.

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    Please select a date on the calendar and register by choosing the event option below. If you do not see a day and time that works for you, please email ucigradprospect@uci.edu and we can see if we can accommodate a time.

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    Upcoming Events

    Meet with UC Irvine Graduate Division at your local graduate and professional school fair or national conference. Preview our travel schedule below.

    Next Step: UC One-Day Virtual Graduate School Conference


    Learn about the various graduate program opportunities at the University of California schools.
    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
    Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Register via Zoom

    UC Irvine Graduate Division Travel Schedule

    DateEvent TitleRegistration
    09/16/2026California State University, Dominguez Hills Graduate and Professional Schools Fair
    09/19/2026Fall 2026 Next Step UC: One-Day Virtual Graduate School ConferenceRegister
    09/22/2026California State University, Los Angeles Graduate and Professional Schools Fair
    10/03/2026California Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education
    10/08/2026California State University, Long Beach Graduate and Professional Schools Fair
    10/21/2026UC Irvine Graduate Division Graduate Programs Information Session - VirtualRegister
    10/28/2026UC Irvine Graduate Division Graduate Programs Information Session - HybridRegister
    10/29/2026SACNAS

    Graduate Preparation Workshops

    Are you thinking about applying to graduate school but not sure what steps are needed to prepare? Our Graduate School Application Bootcamp Series offers three targeted preparation sessions to guide you through every aspect of the application process. Whether you join us for one session or all three, you'll gain the tools and confidence needed to submit a competitive application. 

    DateEvent TitleRegistration
    10/14/2026Is the PhD right for me?Register
    11/04/2026Navigating The Graduate ApplicationRegister
    12/16/2026Master’s RoadmapRegister

    You can also meet with one of our school representatives! See the schedule below:

    School Representatives Event Schedule
    DateTimeProgram NameName of EventLocationRegistration
    09/16/202612:00 PM to 3:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessCSU Dominguez Hills Graduate FairDominguez Hills
    09/22/202611:00 AM - 4:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessUC Irvine Anteater Involvement FairAldrich Park
    09/22/202610:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessCSU Los AngelesLos Angeles
    09/24/202611:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessSan Jose State University Graduate FairSan Jose State University
    10/07/202612 pm - 1 pmPharmacological Sciences PhD ProgramPharmacological Sciences PhD Program VIRTUAL Information SessionZoomRegister
    10/08/202611:00 AM - 1:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessCSU San Marcos Graduate FairCSU San Marcos
    10/08/202611:00 AM - 3:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessCSU Long Beach Graduate FairCSU Long Beach
    10/15/202611:00 AM - 1:30 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessWhitter College Graduate FairWhitter
    10/21/202611:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessUC Davis Graduate FairDavis, CA
    10/28/202611:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessUC Santa Cruz Graduate FairSanta Cruz
    10/29/20262:00 PM - 4:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessCSU Fullerton Graduate FairFullerton, CA
    11/03/202610:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessSan Diego State University Graduate FairSan Diego
    11/04/202610:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessUC San Diego Graduate FairSan Diego
    11/04/202611:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessCSU Northridge Graduate FairNorthridge, CA
    11/04/202611:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessUC Riverside Graduate FairRiverside, CA
    11/10/202610:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul Merage School of BusinessUC Santa Barbara Graduate FairSanta Barbara, CA