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 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 10, 2025 | UCI School of Medicine Nuclear Speckles Identified as Key Hubs for Gene Expression Regulation UC Irvine researchers uncover the critical role of nuclear speckles as the major site of pre-mRNA 3′ end processing. Jan 09, 2025 | UCI School of Medicine California Office of Traffic Safety Awards $1 Million Grant to the UC Irvine School of Medicine for Youth Thriving in Life Transitions with Transportation Program The program, working in the heart of Santa Ana, will promote safe driver education and practices for Latino youth and emphasize the critical role of safe transportation in their health, education and employment as they move into young adulthood. View All News Events Jan 16 – Jan 17, 2025 Dean's Distinguished Lecture Series | Nancy Carrasco, MD Jan 16, 2025 Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Seminar Series | Rebeca Carballar Lejarazú, PhD Jan 17, 2025 UCI Culinary Health — The Microbiome Series: Gut Health and Its Impact on the Digestive System Jan 21, 2025 Physician Scientist Collective Network Event | Daniela Bota MD, PhD | Lessons from Being a Woman Leader in Translational Research: Bridging Science, Patient Care, and Family Priorities Jan 22, 2025 Biological Chemistry Seminar Series | Ruben Martinez Barricarte, PhD 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