University of California, Irvine

UC Irvine, in Orange County, California, is built around Aldrich Park, a circular green at the center of campus. It is a fast-growing public research university with top programs in biology, computer science, nursing and criminology, and it is known for being a safe, welcoming suburban community, just a short drive from beaches in Newport and Laguna. Students who value innovation, a friendly campus and Southern California weather often find a home among the Anteaters.