Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship - University of California, Irvine

Who can apply

  • California resident entering UC Irvine as a first-year student from high school or transferring from a California community college.
  • U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen or student qualifying under AB130 or AB131.
  • Apply for fall admission by November 30; winter and spring applicants are not eligible.
  • Renewal is available for one additional consecutive year if eligibility requirements continue to be met.

About the scholarship

The Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship recognizes California residents entering the University of California, Irvine as first-year students from high school or as transfers from a California community college. Selection uses the UC admission application and considers the strength and breadth of academic preparation, including grades and test scores. Submit the UC application for fall admission by November 30; no separate scholarship application or additional materials are considered.

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