University of California, Irvine

Regents' Scholarship

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Award
A monetary honorarium (amount not stated; final amount subject to federal and state financial aid regulations), renewable for three additional years for freshmen, plus four years of guaranteed on-campus housing and a transcript annotation.
Deadline
Submit the UC application by November 30, 2026 for fall 2027 admission. Award recipients must submit the Statement of Intent to Register by May 1, 2027 to accept, and meet housing application deadlines for the housing guarantee.
How to apply
Scholars are selected from the UC application based on academic achievement and other qualifications, and receive a signed award letter through the applicant portal.
What you'll need
  • No separate application: you are considered when you apply for admission
Who can apply
Entering UCI students who are US citizens, eligible non-citizens, or students qualifying under AB130 or AB131. Students must be confirmed California residents to retain the scholarship.
Good to know
The honorarium amount is not published. Scholars must enroll in at least 12 units and keep a 3.25 cumulative GPA each quarter.