Discover. Teach. Heal. Bring your curiosity. Bring your passion. Bring your will to change lives. Discover what it’s like to study medicine at UCI. Students Residents & Fellows Researchers Faculty & Staff Community Students Students Medical Students UCI School of Medicine is ranked among the top 50 U.S. medical schools for research by U.S. News & World Report. We are dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and clinical practice through scholarly research, physician education and high-quality care. Graduate Students Our student scholars in the clinical and basic sciences are trained in biomedical research and critical inquiry with the goal of a career in research, biomedical technology or academic education. Links: Medical Education Master's Programs PhD and MD/PhD Programs Graduate Medical Education Continuing Medical Education Residents & Fellows Residents & Fellows Specialized Programs The School of Medicine features 24 departments ranging from basic science research to clinical medical and surgical specialties. Clinical Training Our curriculum is designed to give you hands-on training at the UCI Medical Center, as well as community clinics and health-care centers. Residency Placement 95% of our residents are matched with their desired location upon completion of their residency. Researchers Researchers Basic Research Our mission is to further basic and applied research to enable discoveries for improved diagnostics and analytics. Translational Science Research At UCI, we encourage the translation of biomedical research into new and better cures and treatments. Clinical Research At UCI, we provide life-saving clinical trials. Our vision is to become the leading clinical research organization in the region. Faculty & Staff Faculty & Staff Faculty Staff Links: Faculty Directory Find a Provider Medical Services Find a Location Clinical Trials Community Community Alumni: Our Anteater Family As medical school alumni, you are part of a robust network of graduates of the UCI School of Medicine. Regardless of the degree you earned or the program you completed, you are a lifetime member of our Anteater Family. Support the UCI School of Medicine Because of you, we are able to pursue our mission to Discover. Teach. Heal. Links: Willed Body Program Brilliant Future Campaign Alumni PRIME-LC Celebrates its 20th Anniversary UCI School of Medicine’s Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community (PRIME-LC) revolutionized medical education as the first dual-degree program to address the healthcare needs of Latinos. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, alumni doctors share their memories and insights on this influential medical program. Read More News Jan 22, 2025 | UCI School of Medicine School of Medicine establishes the Center on RNA Science and Therapeutics The new center will focus on enhancing RNA research collaborations, developing innovative technology and facilitating the translation of basic RNA research into therapies. Jan 14, 2025 | UCI News UC Irvine-led study shows crucial role of staffing instability in nursing home ratings A study led by the University of California, Irvine has revealed the significant impact of staffing instability on nursing home quality across the country, as reflected in the Five-Star Quality Rating System published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Jan 14, 2025 | UCI School of Medicine California Office of Traffic Safety Awards $1.2 Million Grant to the UC Irvine School of Medicine for the UC Traffic Safety Collaborative Program The program will promote safe practices for young drivers and emphasize the prevention of impaired driving among young populations, while capitalizing on collaboration across UC campuses. View All News Events Jan 25 – Jan 26, 2025 Eighth Annual UC Irvine Advanced International Men's Health Course Jan 28, 2025 Integrative Insider LIVE: Strategies for Mental Health and Being Happy Jan 29, 2025 Biological Chemistry Seminar Series | Audrone Lapinaite, PhD Jan 30, 2025 Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Seminar Series | Lusong Tian, PhD Jan 31, 2025 Neuropolitics Lecture Series: Authoritarianism, Threat and Illiberal Political Judgments View All Events Support our Work At UCI School of Medicine, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our work is advancing medical education, research, and clinical care. We're building a legacy that reaches far beyond our campus to impact lives everywhere. Help us reach further. MAKE A GIFT Recognition Ranked as one of the top 50 U.S. medical schools for research by U.S. News & World Report, UCI is committed to advancing medical knowledge and improving clinical practice. The UCI Medical Center is the only Orange County hospital to be consistently listed among the nation's best. Apply Now