Information on Summer Session, the Division of Continuing Education, and ROTC can be found in this section.

Division of Summer Session

Michael Dennin, Vice Provost & Dean, Office of the Vice Provost for Teaching & Learning

Summer Session

Summer Session offers 3 different sessions where students can enroll in courses for each summer (SSI, S10 Wk, SSII). View the upcoming academic calendar. Summer Session offers more than 800 courses and annually enrolls more than 13,000 students, most of whom are UCI matriculated students. Those who enroll in these sessions and take an academic program equivalent to a regular quarter may accelerate their progress toward a degree and/or minor.

Courses offered include a wide variety from the regular session, supplemented by offerings available only during the summer, including an increasing number of online courses. Admission is open to all university students, high school graduates, qualified high school students who have completed their sophomore year by summer of the current year, and community members. Admission to Summer Session does not constitute admission to a regular session of the University.

Freshman Edge

Incoming first-year students are invited to take part in Freshman Edge. Students begin college during the summer when many resources are more accessible and relaxed. They will be part of a small, highly motivated group of incoming students and have an opportunity to become familiar with the academic rigor and social scene of UCI under ideal conditions of maximum opportunity and support. The program includes special workshops and sessions on various aspects of collegiate life, as well as lecture events that provide an introduction to faculty members, their research, and the interdisciplinary opportunities that students may wish to pursue. For more information, including Freshman Edge fees and schedules, email: summer-freshman@uci.edu or visit https://summer.uci.edu/programs/freshman/.

Transfer Edge

Transfer students can begin their experience in the summer by taking part in Transfer Edge, an innovative, experiential opportunity that provides a small community of transfer students with a rich academic, social, and personal foundation. Special workshops and sessions that help students adjust to the academic rigor and social scene of the university include networking with faculty, research exploration, career planning, leadership development, public speaking, and writing. For more information, including Transfer Edge fees and schedules, email: summer-transfer@uci.edu or visit https://summer.uci.edu/programs/transfer/. 

High School Students

We offer High School students a chance to experience college level courses at UCI.  High School students interested in taking classes at UC, Irvine during the summer must meet our minimum requirements to be eligible. View more information about enrolling as a High School student.

Visiting International Students

International students are welcomed to Summer Session, which is offered on an “open enrollment” basis. International students will need to demonstrate English proficiency with a TOEFL score of 213 computer-based, 550 paper-based, or 79 Internet-based (Summer Session also accepts the equivalent for the IELTS and TOEIC). For more information, call 949-824-6494; email: internationalsummer@uci.edu; or visit https://summer.uci.edu/international/. 

UCI Division of Continuing Education

Gary W. Matkin, Ph.D., Dean, Division of Continuing Education; Vice Provost, Division of Career Pathways

UCI Division of Continuing Education (DCE) serves the continuing education needs of the community by providing credit and noncredit courses, certificate programs, specialized studies, seminars, workshops, and lecture programs. For program information, class schedule and fee details, visit the UCI Division of Continuing Education website, or call the Student Services office at 949-824-5414. Individual courses promote career advancement and lifelong learning, while certificate programs and specialized studies offer the opportunity for a distinctive achievement in a wide range of fields. Certificate programs and specialized studies are a sequence of courses designed to develop in-depth expertise to improve career opportunities. UCI DCE offers more than 80 programs in fields as diverse as personal financial planning, data science, digital marketing, project management, paralegal, engineering, business, teacher education, medical product development, and human resources. Classes are offered on campus, 100% online, and at corporate sites.

International Programs

UCI DCE’s International Programs offer life-enriching academic, professional, and cultural experiences to international students to help them succeed in today’s competitive global environment. The experiences we provide include superior English-language instruction, high-quality certificates with pathways to internship options and Optical Practical Training (OPT), and comprehensive preparation for successful undergraduate and graduate studies.

UCI also recognizes the value of global exchange, exposure to different learning environments and cultures, and encourages both while in university and high school. Our Experience UCI programs, including Academic Study Abroad and Experience University Research, give high school and university students from around the world exposure to university life in the United States in a safe and prepared schedule.

Custom Designed Programs (CDPs) are bespoke programs to meet the specific needs of a group. CDPs are ideal for groups who want to participate in a UCI DCE program but need the time frame, educational focus and course content tailored for them.

More information can be found at the International Programs website or by contacting International Programs, UCI Division of Continuing Education, 510 E. Peltason Dr., Irvine, CA 92697-5700; telephone 949-824-5414; email ip@ce.uci.edu.

Career Resources for UCI Students

The Division of Career Pathways (DCP) is UCI’s hub for career development and preparation for students, staff, faculty, and alumni, and serves as the recruitment center for local, regional, and national organizations. The DCP educates and engages UCI students and alumni to realize their career potential by coordinating with the campus community in the professional development of students, providing students and alumni with tools and support to attain their career goals, and delivering exceptional customer service to the employer community.

Corporate Education

UCI DCE partners with businesses to develop and deliver customized training to their employees. Classes are delivered online, on-site, anywhere the employees are located. Programs are developed following a free consultative intake process and needs assessment. For more information, visit Corporate Training website or call 949-824-1847.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

UCI DCE supports programs of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), which offers a wide variety of educational and cultural programs for the retired or semi-retired intellectually active adult, all for either one annual or two semester membership fees. For more information, visit Osher Lifelong Learning Institute website or email olli@uci.edu.

Concurrent Enrollment

The general public also has an opportunity to take regular UCI courses without formal admission to the University, through UCI DCE’s Concurrent Enrollment program. Courses are available on a space-available basis with the approval of the course instructor and/or academic department. For more information, visit Concurrent Enrollment website or email dce-services@uci.edu.

Open Education

UCI DCE is also part of the Open Education Global, a non-profit, global, member-based network of open education institutions and organizations. UCI was the first University of California campus and West Coast University to become a member of the OER and is joined by well-renowned universities such as MIT and Tufts University. UC Irvine’s membership in the Open Education Consortium is consistent with its public and land-grant missions and its desire to play a significant role in contributing to the social welfare of the state, the nation and the world. Open Educational Resources (OER) showcase the University’s high quality education and makes courses and course materials free for everyone in the world. Learn more about UCI Open Education initiative.

ROTC

Qualified UCI students may participate in the Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFROTC) or the Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (Army ROTC). Additional information is available from the ROTC offices listed below, as well as from the UCI Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools and the UCI Division of Undergraduate Education.

Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFROTC)

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is a nationwide program that allows students to pursue commissions (become officers) in the United States Air Force (USAF) or the United States Space Force (USSF), while simultaneously attending college. AFROTC consists of four years of Aerospace Studies classes (Foundations of the USAF, Evolution of USAF and Space Power, Air Force Leadership Studies, and National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty), and a corresponding Leadership Laboratory for each year (where students apply leadership skills, demonstrate command and effective communication, develop physical fitness, and practice military customs and courtesies). College students enrolled in the AFROTC program (known as "cadets") who successfully complete both AFROTC training and college degree requirements will graduate and simultaneously commission as Second Lieutenants in the Active Duty Air Force or Space Force.
 
Classes are offered at California State University, San Bernardino and the University of California, Los Angeles; however, UCI students may enroll using our cross-town agreement. For more information on the AFROTC program, please contact the Department of Aerospace Studies at UCLA at 310-825-1742 (https://afrotc.ucla.edu) or contact California State University, San Bernardino at 909-537-5440 or visit the Aerospace Studies Program website.

Army ROTC

Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC)

Summer Session building, 2^nd floor, room 201
949-824-8538

The Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is a nationwide program that allows students to pursue commissions (become officers) in the United States Army while attending college. Army ROTC is designed to be completed across 2-4 academic years and leads to a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army (Active, Reserve, or National Guard) upon graduation. Army ROTC consists of academic courses and labs, field training events, and physical fitness training to prepare students to excel as Army officers. Throughout Army ROTC students (known as “cadets”) learn military customs and courtesies, train in small-unit techniques, and hone their leadership and communication skills. Army ROTC also provides access to specialized training, internship opportunities in both civilian and government sectors, and language and cultural experiences. Two, three, and four-year ROTC scholarships are available to all qualified UCI students, which provide payment for tuition or room and board. Additional allowances of $1200 for books and stipends of $420 per month are also available. Students currently serving in the Reserve or National Guard may be qualified to transfer to the ROTC program to complete commissioning requirements. Students can become involved in ROTC before committing to the program or enrolling in classes. For more information please call 949-824-8538.

Army ROTC courses are on the Courses tab under the Division of Undergraduate Education course listing in this catalogue.