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Finances

Financial Aid & Scholarships

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is the place to go for student loans, grants, scholarships, workshops and to check your financial aid award status.

Campus Billing Services

Campus Billing Services is your go-to department for ZOT Account Online questions or special payment arrangements, and the place to drop off your signed Authorization to Release Financial Information. Without this release, Campus Billing cannot discuss your account with your parents or anyone except you. The Authorization to Release Financial Information form is available online Campus Billing Services.

Central Cashier

The Central Cashier processes your payments for registration, miscellaneous charges and requests and is located at 228 Aldrich Hall.

ZOTBill & ZOT Account Online

View your ZOT Account Online for your amount due. It's very important to pay your fees on time. Missing the fee payment deadline results in a $50 late payment charge and all your classes are dropped.

Consent to Release Financial Aid Information

Students use this form to authorize disclosure of financial aid information to a a designated individual. (pdf)

ATMs & Banking

Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) for these banks are located on campus at the Student Center Terrace near the food court:

  • Bank of America
  • Chase
  • SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
  • Wells Fargo

On-Campus Banking

SchoolsFirst FCU and Wells Fargo have branch offices located in the Student Center building G to assist you with your banking needs Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Nearby Banks

Several banks have locations near campus:

  • Bank of America - 949-451-5901  map
  • Bank of the West - 949-786-7220  map
  • Chase - 949-854-8122  map
  • Union Bank - 800-238-4486  map

Academic Info

Academic Counselors

One of the first things every new student at UCI needs to do is to visit their Academic Counselor to plan a course schedule.

Freshmen – you will have the chance to meet with an academic counselor in your school (or the Division of Undergraduate Education if you are Undecided/Undeclared or a Pharmaceutical Sciences major) during orientation (SPOP).

Transfer students – you will be contacted over the summer by the counseling office of your school about new student advising.

Once the academic year begins, Academic Counselors and school Peer Academic Advisors will be your best resources to help navigate the maze of requirements and classes.

UCI General Catalogue

The UCI General Catalogue is the guidebook to academic requirements while you are at UCI. Sometimes requirements for classes and/or graduation change. The General Catalogue is your contract with the university.

DegreeWorks

DegreeWorks makes academic planning more convenient and effective. It is an instrumental tool for choosing coursework to stay on track to graduate by helping you see which requirements you have completed and have yet to fulfill for your major or for GEs.

DegreeWorks also has a feature called "What If" where students can add a major or minor to see what additional requirements are needed.

To access DegreeWorks, log in to StudentAccess.

Registration

Registration requires two actions: class enrollment and fee payment.

Class Enrollment

Enrolling in classes can be a bit tricky the first time, but you'll soon get the hang of it using WebReg to enroll in classes and make schedule changes.

As an incoming freshman, you will register for classes during orientation.

New transfer students will be informed of their enrollment registration time when attending academic advising. The time is usually within 24 hours of advising.

While you are using WebReg, it may be helpful to open WebSoc, the UCI Schedule of Classes, in a separate window to see all your options at once.

If you need to make adjustments after you have registered, you can do so on WebReg between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.

In future quarters, enrollment windows begin opening on Monday of week 8 of the preceding quarter. Check StudentAccess for your window’s exact date and time.

Fee Payment

View your ZOT Account Online for your amount due. Pay your fees by the fee payment deadline. Missing the deadline results in a $50 late payment charge and all your classes are dropped.

UC Mandated TB Screening & Immunizations Requirements for All Incoming Students

The health of the individual can affect the health of the entire campus community. The University of California (UC) is committed to protecting the health and well-being of its students, the campus community and beyond. In order to protect the campus from outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases, ALL incoming UC students are REQUIRED to obtain four (4) specific vaccines and undergo screening for tuberculosis, or provide documentation demonstrating compliance with these requirements. If a student hasn’t completed these requirements by the published deadline date, an academic hold (Type 2) will be placed on their record by the UCI Student Health Center, and the student will be unable to register for classes for the subsequent term. For additional information and detailed instructions, please visit the UC TB Screening and Immunization Requirements page at the UCI Student Health Center website.

Academic Assistance

A wide range of programs offering academic assistance for students is provided through the Division of Undergraduate Education’s Learning and Academic Resource Center (LARC) and Student Success Initiatives offices.

Exams

Final examinations are required for all undergraduate courses except for a few labs and studio courses. A finals schedule is published on the Registrar’s website and on the online Schedule of Classes. If you miss a final, see information about “Incomplete” grades and “NRs” in the Academic Regulations and Procedures section in the UC Irvine General Catalogue.

Grades

Your quarterly grades are available online on StudentAccess the Friday night 2 weeks after instruction ends. A complimentary student transcript is available from the Registrar’s Office the following working day.

Transcripts

You may order an official transcript of your academic record through the University Registrar; the fee, paid to the Cashier’s Office, is $13 per copy. Any outstanding debts you have to the university must be paid to the Cashier’s Office in full before your transcript can be released.

Academic Probation

As an undergraduate, you will be subject to academic probation if, at the end of any quarter, your GPA for the quarter or your cumulative GPA falls below 2.0. If your GPA falls below 1.5 for any quarter, or if you fail to raise your cumulative GPA to 2.0 after being on probation for two consecutive quarters, you will be subject to disqualification. You may also be placed on academic probation if you are not making satisfactory progress towards your degree as defined by the school of your major. Contact your Academic Counseling Office if you are having academic difficulties.

Withdrawal from the University

If you decide to leave UC Irvine during the quarter and have paid fees, you must complete an official Withdrawal Form available from the Registrar’s Office.

Readmission

If you withdraw from UC Irvine or miss one or more quarters, you will need to contact the dean of your major for readmission.

Student Success

RESOURCES

There are plenty of resources for new student Anteaters to take advantage of at UCI to ensure their success. Get started by checking out some of these links.

Basic Needs Center

Center for Student Leadership

DREAM Center

Womxn's Center for Success

Student Life & Leadership

SLL offers education, involvement and skill development opportunities for every student! Follow the link to see just how many programs they have to offer you.

Student Outreach and Retention Center (SOAR)

The SOAR Center offers funding for student-run clubs and campus organizations, peer mentors, workshops, socials and free on-campus amenities.

Student Success Initiatives

SSI focuses on scholarship opportunities. They provide mentoring programs and scholarship opportunities for all UCI students. Follow the link to discover how they can help you achieve your academic goals.

Current Students

Check out this page for a comprehensive list of everything UCI has to offer!

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

New Student Academic Advising

To help new and incoming students, UCI offers academic advising offices suited to their specific needs. In addition, each school has its own academic advising office.

Undergraduate/Undeclared Advising Office

Advising for Prospective Students

Advising for Current Students

Study Spaces

Office of the Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning (OVPTL)

The OVPTL oversees 3 segments of UCI academic life: Division of Undergraduate Education, Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation and the Division of Summer Session.

STUDENT HEALTH & WELLNESS

Mental and physical health are key to your success and happiness. Click any of the links below to learn about wellness resources available to you throughout your time at UCI.

Campus Assist List 

Student Wellness & Health Promotion

UCI Student Health Center

UC TB Screening and Immunizations Compliance is required for all new students. Please visit the UC TB Screening and Immunization Requirements web page for deadlines and complete information.

UCI Counseling Center

UCI CARE (Campus Assault Resources & Education)

FIRST Training – First-year Internet Required Safety Training is a UC requirement for ALL incoming students. Alcohol- and sex-offense related scenarios and resources help prepare students to act in ways to ensure safety.

UCI Parents – Helping Anteater parents and families stay connected with UCI

Transportation

Getting around UC Irvine

There are many transportation options at UCI including Sustainable Transportation. For all the most up-to-date information, visit parking.uci.edu or call 949-824-PARK (7275).

Ride

Anteater Express
ASUCI’s shuttle service, Anteater Express, operates year-round on campus and in the surrounding community conveniently arriving and departing every few minutes (service is limited during the summer). For routes, schedules and interactive maps with real time GPS tracking, please go to www.shuttle.uci.edu.

University Pass
University Pass annual bus pass is available for students enrolled at UCI. It's good for unlimited travel on the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) regular bus routes at any time to any place OCTA services.

Passes are valid from July 1 to June 30 of the next year so buy early to get the most for your money. To purchase a University Pass You must come in to the Transportation and Distribution Services office. Visit parking.uci.edu for office hours and more information.

Medical Center Shuttle
The UCI Medical Center (UCIMC) Shuttle is available to students, faculty and staff on a first come, first served basis. As you board the shuttle, show your UCI ID to the driver to verify that you are part of the UC Irvine community. The UCIMC Shuttle runs Mondays through Fridays, except for holidays, and does not run on weekends. For details visit Commute by Shuttle.

OCTA
Orange County Transportation Authority bus service

Greyhound
National bus service

Amtrak
National rail service

Metrolink
Local and regional rail service

Drive

University Carshare
No car? No worries. University Carshare provided by Zipcar is a great way to rent a car at UCI when you need one. With a low membership fee and inexpensive hourly/daily rates, vehicles are conveniently located around campus.

Parking Permits
Parking permits may only be purchased online. Visit parking.uci.edu and log in to myCommute. Zone selection is first come, first served so purchase your permit online early to ensure getting the zone of your choice.

VIP Service Program (VIPS)
VIPS is a motorist and bicyclist assistance program provided on campus at no charge to all UCI affiliates, available 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Visit the VIP Service Program online or call 949-824-VIPS (8477) for service.

Bike

ZotWheels Bikeshare
ZotWheels is the Anteaters’ own automated bike sharing system. With a membership card, you simply swipe, release and go. Apply for membership online. A reminder: biking on Ring Mall is prohibited 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

Biking at UCI
News, classes, safety and services
Free bicycle registration (required) »

Orange County Bikeways Map
Bike paths and bikeways - pdf

Fly

John Wayne Airport
Flight information with arrivals, departures, parking, news and more

Computing

To be a part of the UCI electronic environment activate your UCInetID, your online electronic ID.

Never reveal your password because your UCInetID is used for all online services including the Electronic Educational Environment, EEE – UCI’s course management system; WebReg, class registration; and ZotPortal, UCI’s campus portal. No one from UCI should ask you for your password, in person or on the phone, and never divulge it to anyone including your family or friends.

OIT

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) manages the campus computer network and other computer services like Webmail and UCInet Mobile Access.

ResNet

If you are living on campus, please be aware that Residential Network Services (ResNet) has requirements for your computer to be given access to the network.

You must meet the following requirements:

  • Fully patched with all critical updates.
  • Anti-virus software installed with most current updates.
  • Automatic updates turned on with automatic download and install option enabled.

Visit ResNet’s Computer Requirements and Setup Guides online for details.

Please Note
It is important to keep your anti-virus and system software patched and updated to help maintain a secure computing environment. Systems that are not patched or systems that may be involved in commercial activities or illegal activities (e.g. uploading music or movies) will be blocked from the campus Internet and the user could face criminal, civil and academic penalties. Please see the UCI Computer and Network Use Policy for more information.

Quick Links

UCInetID

UCI G Suite – Google Apps

UCInet Mobile Access (wireless Internet access)

Residential Network Services (ResNet)

Electronic Educational Environment (EEE)

Front Door Software – free device protection

Office of Information Technology (OIT)

OIT Computer Labs & Classrooms

Copyrights & File Sharing

Information Security & Privacy

ZotPortal

VPN

Ant Speak

ACADEMICS

Academic Counselor
Academic Counselors are a great resource and you should visit them often (at least once every 2 quarters). They can assist you if you have any questions regarding any course requirements for your major.

Chancellor
Howard Gillman, UCI’s leader
https://chancellor.uci.edu

DegreeWorks
DegreeWorks is a tool that makes academic planning more convenient and effective. It helps students see which requirements they have completed and have yet to fulfill for their major or for GEs. DegreeWorks is accessible through StudentAccess and is instrumental in choosing coursework to stay on track to graduate.

EEE
The Electronic Educational Environment (EEE) provides a variety of web services, such as: class websites, professor contact information, class schedule, planner tools and additional links to other school resources.

Free Speech
Can you distinguish between protected speech and harmful speech? Learn about the important differences here.

General Catalogue
The General Catalogue contains the listing of General Education requirements (GE) and major courses (courses for the completion of your major) that you need to take in order to graduate.

Placement Tests
Placement Tests are given in a variety of subjects to place you in the most appropriate class. You can also “test out” of certain requirements.

WebReg
Using course codes selected from WebSOC, WebReg is used to register for classes.

WebSOC (Schedule of Classes)
The Schedule of Classes is a listing of available classes for the term including dates, times, and locations to help you plan and register. WebSOC can be accessed online through the Registrar’s home page.

ZotPortal
The campus web portal. It allows you to view and map your class schedule, access your financial aid, and see what books you need to buy among other functions.

ANT WORDS

Peter
Peter is the name of UCI’s mascot, the anteater.

Zot
Anteater victory cheer! It’s what Peter the Anteater says when he snaps out his tongue to catch ants

DINING

The Anteatery
Dining commons located in Mesa Court

BC Cavern
A small food court located across from the Science Library

Cyber A Café
A café located in the Claire Trevor School of Arts

Java City
A small coffee shop located in Engineering near Donald Bren Hall

Phoenix Grill
Food court located between Social Sciences and Engineering near Aldrich Park

Pippin
Dining commons located in Middle Earth

Zot-N-Go
UCI’s very own convenience store has food and drink for every meal and also has basic personal essentials.

FINANCES

Central Cashier’s Office
The Cashier's Office handles all fees, lab payments, and tuition payments. Checks can be made out to UC Regents. They are located on the main lobby of Aldrich Hall (second floor).

FAFSA
FAFSA is an online application that allows you to apply for financial aid. This application helps your school determine the type of financial aid you qualify for. You must re-apply every year to receive financial aid for an upcoming academic year.

Registrar’s Office
The University Registrar provides educational support services, such as academic record management and enrollment.

U-SHIP
The University Student Health Insurance Program (UC Ship) is health insurance coverage for students. More information and opt-out information can be found on the Student Health website.

Zot Account Online
You can see your ZotBill, make payments, and see past payments.

ZotBill
Your ZotBill is a monthly statement showing your tuition and other fees that you may owe to the university, including your quarterly eTech fee and possible laboratory fees.

HOUSING

Middle Earth
Middle Earth (themed after Lord of the Rings) is one of the two on-campus housing communities for freshmen. It is easily accessible through ring road passages near Social Ecology buildings.

Mesa Court
Mesa Court is one of the two on-campus housing communities for freshmen. It is located at the intersection of Campus Dr. and West Peltason.

Arroyo Vista (AV)
Arroyo Vista is an on-campus co-ed themed housing community that mainly serves continuing undergraduate and transfer students. It is located at the intersection of California Ave. and Arroyo Dr. 

Camino del Sol (Camino)
Camino del Sol is an off-campus undergraduate housing community located next to Arroyo Vista.

Puerta del Sol (Puerta)
Puerta is an off-campus housing community serving mainly undergraduate and transfer students. It is located next to the police station on Adobe Circle St.

Vista del Campo (VDC)
VDC is an off-campus housing community serving mainly undergraduate and transfer students. It is located at the end of Arroyo Drive.

Vista del Campo Norte (VDC Norte)
VDC Norte is an off-campus housing community serving mainly undergraduate and transfer students. It is located across from the Camino housing community on Arroyo Drive.

PLACES

Aldrich Park
Located at the heart of the campus, this circular park features lush landscape, which has become a key feature for which the UCI campus is known. The park has numerous paths connecting many parts of campus, which may save considerable travel time between classes. 

ARC
The Anteater Recreation Center (ARC) is the student gym. The facility is located on California Ave. Amenities include an indoor track, rock-climbing wall and basketball, volleyball, and racquetball courts. In addition, there is also a pool, a large field that can be reserved and a variety of classes from dance to cooking. 

The Hill
Our campus store, The Hill, has books, course materials, electronics and a variety of other supplies, as well as UCI gear and paraphernalia. Located next to Aldrich Hall in the Student Center.

Bren Events Center
A wide variety of events such as athletic games, concerts, shows, and commencement are hosted at the Bren Events Center.

Ring Road
Encircling the campus and connecting many of the primary buildings around Aldrich Park, Ring Road is one mile in circumference.

University Town Center (UTC)
UTC is a shopping and dining area located across the street from the main campus of UCI.

Student Center
The Student Center features student services such as two food courts, ATMs, credit union, our campus store The Hill, a gaming zone called Zot Zone, and the Anthill Pub and Grille. There are also expanded classrooms, study rooms and conference rooms, some of which are available for student use.

ORIENTATION

ISPOP
International Student Orientation (ISPOP) provides participants with a comprehensive orientation to UCI that has been specifically tailored to the needs to international students who are new to the U.S.

SPOP
The Student Parent Orientation Program (SPOP) is a required 2-day, 1-night orientation for all incoming freshmen.

Transfer Success
Transfer Success is an optional half-day orientation to life at UCI for new transfer students. Academic advising for many schools can be done the same day.

SAFETY

Disability Services Center (DSC)
DSC provides accommodations, services and aids for students with permanent or temporary disabilities. Registration and current documentation is required.

Office of Equal Opportunity and Development (OEOD)
OEOD works to promote and integrate the principles of equal opportunity, affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and excellence through diversity at UCI.

Ombudsman
An office offering an alternate channel for confidential, neutral and informal dispute resolution services for the UC Irvine campus and medical center.

UCI Police
The UCI Police Department actively collaborates with the community to create a safe and secure campus through education, problem solving and enforcement. They provide escort services and can be contacted at 949-824-5223. Call 1 (866) 478-6397 (IRV-NEWS) for information following a disaster.

zotALERT
zotALERT is an emergency alert system that uses cell phone text messaging to quickly notify the UCI community with emergency and safety related information.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT & MEDIA

ASUCI
Associated Students of the University of California, Irvine. It is the student Government representation for the general undergraduate student body.

KUCI
KUCI is UCI’s very own FM radio station. Tune in to 88.9 FM when you’re on campus to sample a highly eclectic music collection.

NewU
The NewU or New University, is UCI’s student run newspaper. New editions come out every Tuesday.

STUDY LOCATIONS

CSL (Courtyard Study Lounge)
Located on the first floor of the Student Center next to the Blood Donor Center, CSL consists of study rooms and a computer lab.

Gateway (Humanities Gateway)
Located across from Langson Library, Gateway was originally a dinning hall, but has since been transformed into a study space complete with study rooms and computers.

Langson Library
One of UCI’s two main libraries, Langson Library houses all books related to humanities.

Science Library
The newer of the two UCI libraries, the Science Library houses all the books related to physical sciences. 




Campus Safety

UCI Police Department

Non-Emergency 949-824-5223
Emergency 9-1-1

The UCI Police Department (UCIPD) provides a safe and secure educational environment for the entire campus, and Irvine is California’s safest city. All UCI Police Officers are state-certified and exercise full law enforcement powers to make arrests, uphold all applicable laws and provide any necessary enforcement services. The UCIPD takes great pride in its community policing efforts and works closely with the UC Irvine community, City of Irvine Police Department and with the Orange County Fire Authority.

In addition to 24-hour police patrol and response services, the UCIPD provides:

  • 24-hour 9-1-1 Communications Center to immediately dispatch police, fire and medical services anywhere on campus.
    All calls are routed directly to the UCIPD’s Communications Center.
  • Emergency Blue Light Phones
    Located throughout campus provide 24-7 emergency response. The caller’s location is provided directly to the dispatcher for 9-1-1 and all Blue Light calls.
  • zotALERT text and email emergency notification system
    One of several modes of emergency communication used at UCI, zotALERT is an emergency alert system that uses cell phone text messaging to quickly notify the UCI community with emergency and safety related information. zotALERT messages are sent periodically to test the system and to promote emergency preparedness. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for zotALERT messages at www.oit.uci.edu/zotalert. A text-enabled cell phone is required.
    An enhancement has been made to zotALERT that will send email copies of zotALERTs issued in emergency situations to all current faculty, staff and students.
  • Safety Escorts »
    Free service available during evening hours, seven days a week. Call 949-824-SAFE (824-7233) to request an escort anywhere on campus
  • Crime prevention flyers and safety brochures »
  • Security for special events and student activities
    Campus policies regarding special events can be found here:
  • UCIPD Campus Safety Plan 2023 »

Emergency Management

The Emergency Management Program helps prepare the university to respond to and recover from emergency situations. The following emergency preparedness and evacuation information is provided in accordance with the federal Clery Act to ensure the UCI community is prepared to respond in the event of a campus emergency.

Encourage your student to prepare for and respond to emergency situations:

  • Review the UCI Emergency Response Procedures.
  • Students living on campus should have a copy of the chart posted in their dorm/apartment
  • Know the location of emergency blue light phones
  • Know evacuation routes and the pre-designated assembly areas for commonly used buildings: Emergency Services Zone Map »
  • Sign up to receive zotALERT text messages at www.oit.uci.edu/zotalert
  • Develop an Emergency Plan with family and roommates
  • Keep an emergency kit at home and in the car

For more information contact the UCI Emergency Management Director at 949-824-7147.


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Instagram: instagram.com/ucirvinepd
Twitter: twitter.com/UCIrvinePD

Important Phone Numbers & Resources
UCIPID: 9-1-1 or 949-824-5223
Emergency Hotline: 866-IRV-NEWS (866-478-6397)
ZotRadio: WQTB 1690 AM
Emergency Management: 949-824-7147
UCIPD street address: 410 East Peltason Drive, Irvine CA 92697