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Undergraduate Success Through Academics and Research

University of California, Irvine

Irvine campus — Irvine, California, United States

Study Level
Foundation / Pathway · English as Second Language (ESL)
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
December 2026
Tuition Fee
USD 55,500
Application Fee
USD 200
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description UCI Division of Continuing Education’s comprehensive Success Through Academics and Research (STAR) gives qualified students essential skills and acculturation opportunities to help them advance and succeed in their undergraduate education in the U.S. STAR will provide American & academic cultural seminars, academic English courses, pre-college courses, and research and critical thinking skills preparation for setting a strong foundation for academic success in students’ future college education. In addition, students who have demonstrated academic strengths and proficient English language skills during the program will receive the opportunity of enrolling in UCI credit-bearing courses to study with world-renowned professors and get a head start in college. STAR will also allow students to navigate college campus resources, explore their major and career options, and determine a right-fit university / college for their educational trajectory. Program Benefits: Transferable units through Concurrent Enrollment and College Fundamentals classes towards a future bachelor’s degree Intensive academic classes that improve student's English fluency and their university study skills Undergraduate Preparation Seminar and Research & Citation courses that are designed to increase critical thinking skills and provide foundation for the process of academic research expected in many top U.S. universities Strategic guidance and assistance with U.S. university applications Comprehensive academic support and individualized advising SAT, TOEFL iBT and other test preparation to help students reach their target score Intercultural conversation experiences with current UCI students who will meet in one-on-one or group conversational settings Introduction to and interaction with the UCI campus, its prestigious faculty, its abundant resources, and its academic rigor Social events and excursions with other international and American students Note: Completion of undergraduate STAR does not guarantee admission to undergraduate programs at UC Irvine or any other post-secondary institution. Admission to these programs is controlled by that institution’s policies and admission standards.
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Credential
English as Second Language (ESL)
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 55,500
Application fee
USD 200
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

Institution fees are paid according to the institution's instructions. Any Eagle Link service fee is shown on an Eagle Link invoice before payment. See our Payments Policy.

Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
December 2026, December 2027, December 2028
Application deadline
1 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Irvine campus

Irvine, California, United States

510 East Peltason Drive

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

In 1965, the University of California, Irvine (UCI) 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 UCI, we shine brighter. As...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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