Freshman Edge Enrollment
Freshman Edge enrollment window for Summer 2023 is TBD. Once you have reviewed all information, enroll with our online application! Questions? Email us at summer-freshman@uci.edu
2023 Session Dates
Session 1: Jun 26- Aug 3
10-Week: Jun 26 – Sept 1
Session 2: Aug 7 – Sept 13
Helpful Info
How to Enroll
Step 1 - Submit your Statement of Intent to Register
Submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) by May 1st. You must be an admitted UCI student planning to attend UCI.
Step 2 - Select Your Pathway
Review the program pathways and academic courses below to ensure you understand what courses you will be taking during your Freshman Edge experience.
Step 3 - Review Important Dates
Deadlines for enrollment and scholarship applications are strict at the University level. Please ensure you have adequate time to complete enrollment requirements and ask any questions you may have.
Step 4 - Financial Aid (optional)
Financial Aid is available for students enrolling in summer courses for 2023. Read more about Financial Aid for Freshman Edge below under “Course and Program Fees.”
Step 5 - Program Liability Waiver
Before accessing our online enrollment form for Freshman Edge, complete the program Waiver of Liability. You will need to submit a copy as part of your online enrollment.
View the 2022 Freshman Edge program waiver.
Step 6 - Enroll!
Freshman Edge
The deadline for enrollment is TBD.
Submit your enrollment through the Online Enrollment Form . If you are unable to enroll with your UCInetID, please use the Alternate Login option to create an account. For more information regarding enrollment, please email summer-freshman@uci.edu .
Freshman Edge International
The enrollment deadline is TBD for those that will need an updated I-20.
Summer Bridge
Submit your Summer Bridge Application online here. The application deadline is TBD. Students who are awarded a scholarship will be sent instructions on how and when to enroll in Freshman Edge using their scholarship award. Visit the Summer Bridge Application as soon as possible to review the application process which has additional steps.
Step 7: Register for New Student Orientation
All incoming Freshman are required to attend SPOP. We highly recommend students to enroll in SPOP 5, if possible. We will work with students that enroll early on in Freshman Edge to secure a spot in SPOP 5, as space allows. Students who receive a fall quarter advising assignment for August may contact our team in an attempt to avoid conflicts with their summer coursework. We cannot guarantee you will be rescheduled. Home | UCI Orientation.
Step 8 - Health Insurance
ENROLLMENT IN STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN (UC SHIP)
Enrollment in Freshman Edge will require you to make a decision about health insurance – all students will automatically be enrolled in U SHIP ( Undergraduate Student Health Insurance Plan) unless they decide to waive because the student has sufficient coverage as mandated by UC. More information about the enrollment in health insurance plans will be given to students enrolled in Freshman Edge.
More information on UC SHIP is also available.
Please note that all registered UCI students are automatically enrolled, beginning their first quarter in the Undergraduate Student Health Insurance Plan (U SHIP) in fall, winter, spring and summer terms.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office by phone at (949) 824-7649 or by e-mail at summer-freshman@uci.edu.
Program Pathways
There are three pathways in Freshman Edge. View information about each below to determine which pathway you are eligible for and is right for you!
Freshman Edge
Eligibility
All new freshmen with a U.S. High School Diploma. If you are a U.S. student entering UCI in Fall 2023, then the Freshman Edge pathway is likely your best fit! You will be part of a small, highly-motivated group of incoming students, and will have an opportunity to become familiar with the academic rigor and social scene of UCI under ideal conditions of maximum opportunity and support.
Freshman Edge International
Eligibility
All international students entering UCI in Fall 2023.
If you are an incoming international undergraduate student at the University of California, Irvine, you are invited to take part in Freshman Edge International, an opportunity that will provide you with a rich linguistic, academic, social, and personal foundation for the next four years. The program is designed to support the unique needs of students new to the United States as well as to provide the opportunity to build relationships with all of their UCI peers.
Visa Considerations
If you need an F-1 visa to study at UC Irvine, your I-20 documentation will be processed by the UCI International Center. The start date of your I-20 can be changed to your summer start date once your Freshman Edge International enrollment form and payment are received and processed by our office. Follow the instructions given in your UCI Admissions correspondence. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the necessary steps to obtain a visa with UC Irvine.
Summer Bridge
Eligibility
Students who meet at least one of the criteria below are eligible to apply:
- Income eligible (as federally established and determined from your 2021-2022 FAFSA or 2021-2022 CA Dream Act)
- Students from disadvantaged backgrounds/circumstances
UCI Student Success Initiatives (SSI) also offers a limited number of Summer Bridge Scholarships to eligible students for a version of the Freshman Edge program that is supplemented with additional support services requires year long participation. Summer Bridge is a 6 week academic and residential pathway offered under the umbrella of the Freshman Edge Program.
Mandatory Campus Fee
Summer Bridge Scholarship applicants must submit payment for the non-refundable mandatory campus fee on their Summer Bridge enrollment form upon acceptance of the scholarship to hold their space in the program and courses. Remaining fees and expenses will be funded by the Summer Bridge Scholarship, based on student financial need. Upon completion of Summer Bridge, the mandatory campus fee will be reimbursed to students as a final portion of the scholarship.
Academic Courses by Pathway
As a Freshman Edge student, you can take a maximum of two undergraduate courses in Summer Session II.
Enrollment in 6-8 units reflects a full course load in Summer Session. There are different academic offerings depending on the Freshman Edge pathway that you choose:
Freshman Edge
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- Course: University Studies 83 (2 units)
- Course: Choose a pre-approved course for your major.
Freshman Edge International
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- Course: University Studies 84 (4 units)
- Course: Academic English 22B (2 units)
Summer Bridge Scholars
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- Course: University Studies 84 (4 units)
- Course: LPS/HIS 60 (4 units)
University Studies 83 & 84 (All pathways)
The course is designed to help first-year students make a successful transition to the University of California, Irvine and develop strategies that will enhance their University experience. Through lectures, discussions, and course assignments and activities, students will learn about campus resources and programs that support students’ transition and enhance their academic development, and will develop a personal action plan to guide their career at UCI.
Academic English 22B: Reading and Vocabulary (International pathway only)
You will learn to speak and understand English with more confidence through extensive reading and discussion with emphasis on journal articles, textbook chapters, note-taking, and the interpretation of charts, diagrams, tables, and figures. Pass/Not Pass only.
This course meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:00pm to 2:50pm.
Logic & Philosophy of Science 60/History 60 (Summer Bridge pathway only)
The Making of Modern Science examines developments in science and mathematics since the Scientific Revolution, and investigates their significance for contemporary philosophical debates about current scientific theories. (fulfills one GE IV course.)
This course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:50pm. The discussion section for this course meets Tuesdays or Thursdays from 4:00pm to 4:50pm.
Important Dates
For students enrolling in Freshman Edge, the dates below will guide you through the dates and tasks associated with registering for the Freshman Edge Program. Please let us know if you have any questions.
| Important Item | Date |
|---|---|
| First Day to Enroll in Freshman Edge | April 16, 2022 |
| Freshman Edge Info Sessions |
Freshman Edge Info Session Date/Time: Wednesday, April 13 @ 3:00 (virtual session) & Saturday April 16th (in person session during Celebrate UCI) |
| SUMMER BRIDGE Application Deadline | May 27, 2022 |
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Summer Bridge applicants: Final date to complete the 2020-2021 FAFSA or 2020-2021 CA Dream Act Application*. *Note: the 2020-2021 FAFSA or CA Dream Act is different from the 2021-2022 FAFSA or CA Dream Act that you may have already completed for fall, winter, spring aid. Be sure to submit both 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 FAFSA or CA Dream Act. |
May 27, 2022 |
| FRESHMAN EDGE INTERNATIONAL Enrollment Form Deadline | June 15, 2022 |
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Freshman Edge ONLY: Final dates to complete the 2020-2021 FAFSA* and UCI My Aid Summer Financial Aid Application (available in late May) for consideration for summer financial aid. *Note: the 2020-2021 FAFSA is different from the 2021-2022 FAFSA that you may have already completed for fall, winter, spring aid. Be sure to submit this new FAFSA. |
FAFSA: June 30** UCI My Aid: June 15 to be considered for grants **It is recommended that you complete your FAFSA by May 31 to ensure your record can be successfully submitted. |
| FRESHMAN EDGE HOUSING Enrollment Deadline | TBD |
| FRESHMAN EDGE Enrollment Deadline | July 13, 2022 |
| Freshman Edge/Bridge SPOP 5 (recommended) | July 29-July 30, 2022 |
| Freshman Edge Kick-off/Orientation | July 31 |
| First day of class instruction |
August 1* *Some classes may also begin on August 2 or 3. Check your class schedule. |
| Last day to drop a course or change grade option without approval | August 5 |
| Last day to apply for a refund of course fees (mandatory campus fee and course materials fees are non-refundable) | August 12 |
| Absolute deadline for any course changes | August 19 |
| Federal holiday (No classes) | September 5 |
| Final Exams | September 6-7 |
| Grades Available | September 15 |
| Fall Quarter begins | September 22 |
Program Fees
Fees are determined, assessed and processed by the Division of Summer Session. Below, you can view the fees associated with your desired program pathway.
Freshman Edge
The following is a list of fees for the 2023 Freshman Edge program.
| 2-Unit Course Load | 6-Unit Course Load | 8-Unit Course Load | |
| Course Fees ($279/unit)* | $558 | $1,674 | $2,232 |
| Mandatory Campus Fee (non-refundable) | $187 | $187 | $187 |
| Total | $746 | $1,861 | $2,419 |
*Additional course materials fees (non-refundable) may apply depending on your chosen course. The $279 per unit fee is based on the current UC tuition. The Summer Session tuition is subject to change by action of the UC Regents at any time for all UC campuses, including UC Irvine. Session II course fees are refundable up until August 18th, 2023 with the instructor’s signature.
The $187 mandatory campus fee and applicable course materials fees are non-refundable. Session II courses may be dropped by the deadlines noted above. Drop dates with or without instructor approval for a refund are set by UCI Summer Session.
Financial Aid:
If you are applying for summer financial aid, once you have accepted your aid award after enrolling in Freshman Edge any aid distributed to you will automatically count towards your account balance. Any remaining fees, if any, will be requested from you at that time.
Click here for Financial Aid steps during Freshman Edge/Summer Session.
Freshman Edge International
| 6-Unit Course Load | |
| Course Fees ($279/unit)* | $1,674 |
| Mandatory Campus Fee (non-refundable) | $187 |
| Estimated Total | $1,861 |
*Additional course materials fees (non-refundable) may apply depending on your chosen course. The $279 per unit fee is based on the current UC tuition. The Summer Session tuition is subject to change by action of the UC Regents at any time for all UC campuses, including UC Irvine. Session II course fees are refundable up until August 18th, 2023 with the instructor’s signature.
The $187 mandatory campus fee and applicable course materials fees are non-refundable. Session II courses may be dropped by the deadlines noted above. Drop dates with or without instructor approval for a refund are set by UCI Summer Session.
Summer Bridge
Summer Bridge unit fees, housing, and the mandatory campus fee are covered by the Bridge Scholarship. To accept the Bridge Scholarship, students will be required to post a $187 payment to hold their place in the program, however, this fee will be refunded to Bridge Scholars once they have completed the summer requirements of the Bridge Scholarship. The $187 will not be refunded to Summer Bridge students who do not complete the summer requirements.
Summer Bridge Scholarship
Approximately 87 first generation and/or income eligible students will be offered a Summer Bridge Scholarship. Recipients enroll in a specified set of courses and are required to live in program housing. Summer Bridge Scholarship recipients receive advising and sign up for fall classes during their Student Parent Orientation Program (SPOP).
Things to Know Before you Apply
- Review all of the information on the Summer Bridge Application webpage – there are additional steps to take.
- Each year the deadline to apply is in late May.
- Students who plan on attending Freshman Edge even if a Summer Bridge Scholarship is not awarded, should also enroll in Freshman Edge to save their space in the program and receive the best chances at a space in their desired course.
- Students who plan on NOT attending Freshman Edge if they do not receive a Scholarship should wait to enroll until they are instructed to do so.
- Summer Bridge Scholarship applicants will be notified of their scholarship award status on a rolling bases as early as mid-May through early July.
- Summer Bridge Scholarship applicants must submit payment for only the non-refundable mandatory campus fee ($187 in 2023) with their Summer Bridge enrollment form upon acceptance of the scholarship to hold their space in the program and courses. Upon completion of Summer Bridge, the campus fee will be reimbursed to students as a final portion of the scholarship.
Contact Us
If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are communicating primarily via email at this time. If you would like to leave us a voicemail, please call 949-824-7649 and we will return your call.