During the fall semester of 2022, 37% of undergraduates at the University of California were first-generation college students. Among these students, the most popular majors were social sciences, life sciences, engineering, and computer science.
As freshmen, 88.4% of first-generation undergraduates were able to continue their studies into their second year. The university boasts a four-year graduation rate of 65.7% and a six-year graduation rate of 81.3%. The institution is dedicated to assisting its students financially, with 95% of first-generation undergraduates applying for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Recently, the University of California, Irvine held its graduation ceremonies. More than 8,200 students attended with their families to celebrate their achievements.
During this academic year, UCI awarded 8,966 degrees to 8,507 undergraduates, 1,815 master’s degrees, and 393 doctoral degrees.
Notably, 46% of the students receiving bachelor’s degrees were first-generation college students, demonstrating the university’s commitment to providing access and affordability. UCI has been ranked number one twice in the New York Times ranking of universities “doing the most for the American dream.”
UCI graduates also benefit from the high value of their education, with Forbes ranking it as the best value among public universities. In addition, U.S. News & World Report currently rates UCI as the eighth-best public university in America, and Money magazine has named it the third-best college in the U.S.
Furthermore, the 2019 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education rankings ranked it first for offering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
The graduation data also highlights UCI’s status as a Hispanic-serving institution. This federal designation is awarded to universities where at least 25% of undergraduates identify as Latino, and at least half of all students receive financial aid. This year, UCI will grant bachelor’s degrees to 2,114 Latinos, reflecting a steady increase over the past decade.
@UCIEngineerDean Magnus Egerstedt and the Class of '23 celebrate at commencement with an epic selfie 🙂Congratulations Anteater Engineers!!! #UCI #AnteaterEngineers pic.twitter.com/RmWtBxfBDU
— UCI Engineering (@UCIEngineering) June 16, 2023
Congratulations Class of '23! You are now UCI Alumni!!!
🐜👏🎉#UCI #UCIPride #UCIAlumni pic.twitter.com/yUOykBZnf3— UCI Engineering (@UCIEngineering) June 16, 2023
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