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Bourns College of Engineering Lab – Behind the Scenes Photo

UCR Featured in Streaming Series, “The College Tour”

Learn about ten exceptional students and what they think makes UCR special.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International
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Tips for Writing a Successful Application to UC Riverside

Learn tips for completing the application, answering your personal insight questions, and proving you’ve got the potential to be a future Highlander.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International
Discover UCR Fall Preview

High School and Community College Students Invited to Discover UCR Oct. 22

UC Riverside is hosting an in-person event for prospective students on October 22, 2022. There will be presentations from Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid, and time dedicated to meeting support services and student organizations. The University of California has nine undergraduate institutions, including UCR, UCLA, Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC San Diego, UC Santa Cruz...
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International
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UCR Fall 2023 Application Period Extended Oct. 1-Nov. 30

The admission application filing period for all University of California institutions, including UC Riverside, is now from Oct 1 to Nov 30, allowing students more time to complete their applications. The University of California has nine undergraduate institutions, including UCR, UCLA, Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC San Diego, UC Santa Cruz, UC Merced, and...
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International
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UCR Announces Brand New Robotics Major

The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering (BCOE) at UC Riverside is launching a new major as a Bachelor of Science in Robotics Engineering, starting in fall 2022. This major combines elements from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and software development.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Out-of-State, International
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UC System Implements Plan to Steady Tuition Rates

UC Riverside and all other campuses in the University of California system have implemented a new cohort-based tuition model called the Tuition Stability Plan in which once an undergraduate student begins at UCR, their tuition will not be raised for up to six years.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year
25x25 Project – Empowering Women Empowering Girls! June 20–July 1, 2022

UCR Hosts Two-Week College-Prep Course for Black Women

The 25x25 Project allows 9-12 grade and community college young Black women to receive free workshops and guidance as they learn about succeeding in college and to help them prepare for college while empowering them to become leaders in their communities. The courses take place June 21-July 1 on the UC Riverside campus in conjunction...
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International

UCR Admissions Remaining Test-Free

At its November meeting, the UC Board of Regents confirmed that the university system will continue to practice test-free admissions for the foreseeable future. The standardized testing requirement for first-year applicants was originally suspended in May 2020 for all applicants through fall 2024.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year

Transfer Students: Fall 2022 Application Deadline Extended to Jan. 7

UC Riverside’s fall 2022 transfer application deadline has been extended to Jan. 7.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Transfer, Out-of-State, International

Highlanders Make First Month Back on Campus a Huge Success

Thanks to safety protocols including vaccine and testing mandates, UCR was able to welcome students back to campus in September for in-person classes, events, and more.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Campus Return

Submit Your Application for UC Riverside NOW!

Apply to UC Riverside for fall 2022 by submitting your University of California application through November 30.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, International, Out-of-State, Counselor, Parents/Guardians

Join Us as Students Take the Lead at UCR’s Slice of Life (Nov. 1–4)

Join us for Slice of Life at UCR, a student-led series of Instagram Live events for prospective first-year and transfer students. Current students and admission counselors will share what campus life is like, how to apply, and classes in real time (don’t worry, there aren’t any quizzes!). Plus, you could win an iPad 10.2” or...
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, International, Out-of-State
Student works through equations on a whiteboard with professor.

New Five-Year Combined-Degree: Statistics B.S./M.S.

Apply for the B.S.+ 1 Statistics M.S. program before the start of your fourth year at UC Riverside and receive your master’s degree in statistics from our College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences.
UCR Students stand in line at the HOSS.

In-Person Admissions Services Resuming

Beginning Sept. 1, incoming and prospective students can visit the Highlander One-Stop Shop (HOSS) Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to get in-person help with their admissions questions.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Campus Return

The Fall 2022 Application Is Open!

Start your fall 2022 application today and take your place at one of the most highly ranked and respected universities in the world: UC Riverside!
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International

Important Document and Testing Deadlines Approaching for Incoming Students

All incoming UCR students must submit their final official transcripts and test scores as part of their admissions requirements. Deadlines for both are fast approaching.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International

On-Campus Housing Still Available for Fall 2021!

Attention Incoming Students: On-campus housing is filling up fast! Submit your Housing Contract right away. Experience on-campus living as close to pre-pandemic “normal” conditions as possible.

Transfer to UCR in Winter 2022 — Apply July 1–31

Students can transfer to UC Riverside for winter 2022 by submitting an application from July 1–31.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Transfer

UCR Helping Puentistas Get Ready to Transfer This Summer

Held twice weekly throughout May and June, the Puente Connection Summer Series features webinars and networking events for community college students who are ready to transfer to a UC.
By Transfer Admission Counselor | | Transfer

Transfer Students: Say “Yes” to UCR by June 1

Admitted transfer students have until June 1 to say “yes” to UCR for fall 2021 and submit their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR).
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Transfer, Out-of-State, International