Overview
The University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) is a public research university in the UC system. Its campus is laid out in a ring around a central park.
History
UC Irvine opened in 1965 on land provided by the Irvine Company. The architect William Pereira planned the campus around Aldrich Park, and the city of Irvine grew up around the university. Two UC Irvine researchers received Nobel Prizes in 1995.
Today
The university and its health system are among the largest employers in Orange County.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.