CONGRATS, GRAD! WELCOME TO THE ALUMNI FAMILY.

As a graduate of UC Irvine, you belong to the alumni family of more than 256,000+ strong, which spans all ages, backgrounds and continents. Once a Student, Always an Alum!

Commencement is around the corner and it’s time to celebrate! From regalia to memberships, the UC Irvine Alumni Cap & Gown online store is your easy, one-stop shop for graduation. Order your cap and gown packages Nov. 7, 2024.

Order your regalia now- Last Chance to order for pickup is Dec. 6, 2024.

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Are you an exceptional graduating student who exhibits a commitment to cutting-edge research, leadership, or service to UC Irvine? Learn more about the Chancellor’s Award of Distinction. 

Shop online at our Cap & Gown store to prepare for your graduation celebration.

 

GRADUATION RESOURCES

If you plan on participating in any in-person commencement celebrations, an official cap, gown and tassel is required. A UC Irvine sash/stole is not a required part of cap & gown regalia, and therefore, is not sold by the UC Irvine Alumni Association. Sashes/stoles can be purchased separately from The Hill.


ALL SALES ARE FINAL. There are no returns or refunds allowed on regalia or membership packages.

 

For domestic orders, please allow a minimum of 2-3 weeks for order processing before your order is shipped. Once your order is shipped, your package should arrive within 5-7 business days, pending any service issues from the courier service. International order delivery timeframes are subject to customs as dictated by your government.

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Our guarantee. If you received a damaged or defective item, please contact us at alumni@uci.edu within 5 business days of order delivery so that we can rectify the situation. Any disputes with regard to product quality must be initiated within 5 business days of order delivery.

Questions? No phone calls please. Contact us at alumni@uci.edu for questions. We will respond to you at our earliest convenience

Jostens Class Rings

Graduation Announcements

The Hill at UCI: Sashes, Diploma Frames, Apparel, Other Gifts

UCI Yearbook Anthology

Class rings, announcements, sashes, yearbooks and other gifts listed above are not managed by the UC Irvine Alumni Association. Any questions regarding these items should be directed to their respective representatives or help center listed on their websites.

You’ve been in clubs your entire college career, now it’s time to join the biggest one of all – the UC Irvine Alumni Association! Dive into your network that is 256,000+ Anteaters strong.

General Membership in the Association is FREE to all graduating seniors and grants you access to entry-level benefits, or you can upgrade to paid membership for additional benefits and exclusive privileges! Be the first to hear about networking opportunities, invite-only events, member opportunity drawings, and special discounts on products and services.

There is no better time to become a member. During graduation season, the UC Irvine Alumni Association (UCIAA) celebrates your achievement by offering access to exclusive discounted membership packages which include custom alumni gifts not offered at any other time.

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“I’m hearing about paid membership what is it?”

Great question! Similar to some of your undergraduate clubs which charge dues, UCIAA has paid levels above General Membership. While being a General Member gets you some benefits, being a paid Annual or Life Member gets you an even longer list of valuable resources and exclusive discounts.

“What are my membership dues for?”

UCIAA keeps alumni connected to the university and each other! Your paid membership makes a big impact in so many ways. When you purchase a membership, your dues support:

  • Alumni programming like networking receptions, fun social events and alumni career panels

  • Career resources like our flash mentorship platform, The Anteater Network

  • The creation of new alumni affinity chapters for you to connect with

The Anteater Network
Connect with 6,900+ alumni mentors on six continents from home! Alumni want to help you succeed, and The Anteater Network makes it easy to connect with them! It’s as simple as sending a few messages, and the platform will even coach you as you reach out.

  • Receive guidance in your job search from alumni who were in your shoes.
  • Get resume critiques and practice interviews tailored to your industry.
  • Browse career opportunities shared by alumni.

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How it Works:

  • Browse personalized recommendations or use 15+ filters to find the perfect match.
  • Message any and all alumni you want to connect with. Use our smart templates and feedback to nail that first impression!
  • Get more advice and grow the relationship virtually using our built-in video chat and phone conferencing.

Utilize Career Support Resources
UCIAA knows that your career is one of the most important aspects of your life. Take advantage of our wide range of career resources to help you further your career or lifelong learning ambitions. Learn More

Going back for your Masters or Doctorate? Take a Kaplan Test-Prep Class!
UC Irvine alumni receive a 10% discount on the retail course price of any Kaplan In-Person, Live Online or Self-Paced, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT, or PCAT courses.
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Networking, mentoring, social, professional and community service activities are just a few opportunities available to you by joining one of our 35+ alumni chapters.
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Be the voice of young alumni! Join the Young Alumni Council and make your mark on our strategic initiatives related to mentorship, adulting, skills and UC Irvine spirit. Strengthen your professional network and make an impact on the community.
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If you haven’t already signed up for UC Irvine Gmail, you must do so within ONE year from your date of graduation. If you miss this deadline, you will not be able to sign up after that time. UC Irvine OIT will send you several reminders before your email expires.
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From the Office of the Registrar
Diplomas are typically available four months after the end of the quarter in which the student graduated. Degrees are posted on official transcripts approximately six to seven weeks after the end of the quarter in which they are awarded. The degree award date is the last day of the graduating term, or for Summer Session, the last day of Summer Session II. Diplomas will bear your name exactly as stated in your UC Irvine academic record.

For more information, visit the Office of the Registrar’s official webpage. For general questions regarding your diploma or making adjustments to how your name is presented, please contact the Office of the Registrar at 949-824-6124 or email registrar@uci.edu

ANTEATER ALUMNI ADVICE

“I still talk to my roomies 25 years later and love see where they are in their lives. My job did not even exist when I was in college, but I'm using pieces of what I learned in everything I do. Your career path is just the start of a journey - be open to the twists and turns. An hour of work is an hour of work - decide how you want to spend that hour. It's up to you!”
Michele Whiteaker '95
“UCI provided the platform for me to be successful in my athletic, graduate school, and career endeavors. It is a huge part of my identity and being a life member of the UCIAA cements the significance UCI was and is in my life.”
Simon Harrison '17
“Find peace in the present, build faith in the future, forge bonds that never break, feel pride in your perseverance.”
Paul Jones, MRUP '16
UCIAA Endowed Scholar
“Your network will be one of your largest advantages both personally and professionally. Who you meet, get to know, and surround yourself with will continuously contribute to the growth in your life.”
Samantha Luu '13
“Don't be the person that didn't say anything. Nobody is going to recognize your brilliance unless you speak up.”
Michael Iriye '99