You Belong
Your application stood out among thousands, and we are thrilled to welcome you to our community. You belong here—because of your exceptional academic achievements, your leadership potential, and your commitment to fostering inclusion and innovation in the legal profession.
Most importantly, you belong here because you have demonstrated the resilience and optimism needed to succeed at UC Irvine Law. By joining us, you become part of a select group of diverse, talented, and ambitious individuals poised to make meaningful contributions to the legal profession, our communities, and the world.
Welcome to UC Irvine Law. Your journey starts now.
Statement of Intent to Register (SIR)
Please ensure you pay the required SIR Deposit by the deadline indicated in your “How to SIR” email. This deposit allows the law school to prepare for your arrival and unlocks other steps, such as the housing application. If your SIR deadline falls after April 20, submit your deposit at least 48 hours before the housing deadline to allow time for processing.
Qualifications for Admission to the Bar
In addition to a bar examination, there are character, fitness, and other qualifications for admission to the bar in every U.S. jurisdiction. Applicants are encouraged to determine the requirements for any jurisdiction in which they intend to seek admission by contacting the jurisdiction. Addresses for all relevant agencies are available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.
Character & Fitness: Continuing Duty to Report
Incoming students must promptly report any character or fitness issues that arise after submitting their application. Throughout enrollment, students have a continuing obligation to report any legal actions (arrests, lawsuits, civil actions, administrative proceedings) or university disciplinary charges to the Assistant Dean for Student Services immediately. Bar authorities will verify that your disclosures match your law school file, so timely reporting is essential. If you need to amend any responses to the Character & Fitness questions—whether for events before or after submission—you must email a PDF statement explaining the situation to admissions@law.uci.edu.
UC Irvine Law Fall Semester '26 Plans
Some instruction for part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.