Berkeley, CA · Irvine, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| UC Berkeley | UC Irvine | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 11.7% | 25.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $14,850 | $14,237 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $45,627 | $45,014 |
| Average Net Price | $16,997 | $14,647 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 86.0% |
GradFax Analysis
UC Berkeley accepts 11.7% of applicants. UC Irvine accepts 25.6%. Tuition is close: $14,850 at UC Berkeley, $14,237 at UC Irvine. UC Berkeley graduates 93% of students in 6 years. UC Irvine graduates 86%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
UC Berkeley. It accepts 11.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
UC Irvine, on average. After aid, students pay $14,647/year versus $16,997/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
UC Berkeley: 93% of students finish in 6 years. UC Irvine is at 86%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.