Comprehensive review is the process by which UCR evaluates first-year applicants, who meet minimum UC requirements, using multiple measures of achievement and promise, while considering the context in which each student has demonstrated accomplishment. UCR will calculate an Academic Index Score (AIS) for all first-year applicants. The faculty of UCR have designated the measures described below to be used to calculate the AIS.

High School GPA – The strength of an applicant’s high school GPA is the strongest indicator that a student will be successful within an academically challenging UC environment. The capped GPA is calculated on the basis of all completed “a-g” courses with extra points added for UC-approved honors courses taken in grades 10 and 11, capped at 8 semesters. A capped GPA considers the extra points earned for honors-level courses and may exceed 4.0 for some students.

Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses – AP and IB courses prepare students for college-level coursework. Therefore, students who take and do well in these courses tend to have a high probability for success within the UC environment.

Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC) – The Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC) program recognizes the individual accomplishments of students in light of the opportunities offered by their particular high school.

Low Family Income – Students who demonstrate high academic achievement, despite low socioeconomic status, are likely to exhibit persistence, maturity, and insight. Low family income is determined based on total family members and household income.

First-Generation University Attendance – UC-eligible applicants who are the first in their immediate family to attend college are apt to have personal strengths that will contribute to their academic success. Students whose parents have not graduated from a four-year college or university are qualified for first-generation university attendance.

You must earn a grade of C or better in all “a-g” courses and complete a minimum of 15 college-preparatory (“a–g”) courses. There is no pre-approved course list for schools outside of California. Refer to the “a-g” course list for types of classes out-of-state students should take to meet UC requirements. For students outside of California, “a-g” courses are the equivalent of college preparatory course.

Eleven of those 15 courses must be completed prior to your senior year. Find out if your course is UC approved, and if your college course or SAT/AP/IB exam score meets an “a–g” requirement.

To meet minimum out-of-state requirements, you must earn a GPA of 3.4 or higher in “a–g” courses taken during grades 10 and 11 (including summers before and after), weighted by a maximum of eight semesters of UC-approved honors points, with no grade lower than a C.

Extra Points for Honors Courses: In calculating an out-of-state student's GPA, UC will grant honors weight for AP or IB courses only, but not for school-designated honors courses. The weight is given to letter grades of A, B, or C.

• A=5, B=4 and C=3; D or F=0 extra points.
• Approved honors-level courses may also include acceptable AP classes, higher- (and some standard-) level IB classes and transferable college courses.

Before you begin, find out what important information is needed for an accurate fall admission application. You can also find information about specific out-of-state admission requirements. Then learn about tips and tools that are specific to out-of-state first-year applicants.

Express who you are, what matters to you, and what you want to share with us by answering four out of eight personal insight questions.

The UC application for fall admission to UCR opens on Aug. 1. The fee is $80 for each UC. The fall application filing period is Oct. 1-Nov. 30. If you have difficulties, contact ucinfo@applyucsupport.net or (800) 207-1710.

Now that you have applied, there are just a few more steps to complete the process. These include printing your receipt, ordering test score reports, and updating your application if needed.

UCR Undergraduate Admissions will email instructions on how to access your MyUCR admission portal account. Log in regularly to check your admission status, respond to messages, and track important dates and deadlines. Admission notifications begin in March.

You must complete 60 semester (90 quarter) units of transferable college credit with a minimum GPA of 2.8 for out-of-state transfers. Some major programs require a higher minimum GPA for admission. Admission to UCR to selective, so strive to surpass the minimum.

You need to complete the following seven-course pattern by the end of the spring term prior to fall enrollment at UCR (or the fall term prior to enrollment if you're applying for winter admission):

• Two transferable courses in English composition
• One transferable course in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning
• Four transferred courses chosen from at least two of these subject areas: arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, or physical and biological sciences

In general, each major has prerequisite (major prep) coursework that you must take before transferring in order to get into your major.

Take the recommended lower-division/general education/breadth classes for your major. Contact a UCR admissions counselor to learn more about what your major program recommends.

Each major has a minimum GPA requirement. Some majors require a GPA higher than that required for basic admission. Programs are selective. Strive to surpass your program’s minimum GPA. Remember: All transferable coursework will be considered.

Breadth Requirements
You are strongly encouraged to focus on preparatory course work (mathematics, science, and technical work) for your desired major. Additional breadth coursework may be required after enrollment at BCOE.

Prerequisites
Strong technical preparation is essential for success in the admissions process and, subsequently, in all coursework at BCOE. If you intend to transfer to an engineering major, you are expected to complete the equivalent of UCR coursework required in the first two years of the programs and apply for transfer starting your junior year. 

Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.8 minimum GPA.

Learn more about transferring to BCOE.

Breadth Requirements
Complete the UCR breadth pattern for the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (CHASS). 

Prerequisites
Contact a UCR admissions counselor to learn more about the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer).

Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.8 minimum GPA.

Learn more about transferring to CHASS.

Breadth Requirements
You are strongly encouraged to focus on preparatory coursework (mathematics, science, and technical work) for your desired major. Additional breadth coursework may be required after enrollment at CNAS.

Prerequisites
Contact a UCR admissions counselor to learn more about the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer).

Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.8 minimum GPA.

Learn more about being a CNAS student.

Breadth Requirements
Complete the UCR breadth pattern for the Graduate School of Education (GSOE).

Prerequisites
Contact a UCR admissions counselor to learn more about the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer). 

Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.8 minimum GPA.

Learn more about being a GSOE student.

Breadth Requirements
Complete the UCR breadth pattern for the School of Business.

Prerequisites
Complete community college courses equivalent to seven lower division UCR business major requirements.

Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.8 minimum GPA.

Learn more about being a School of Business student.

Breadth Requirements
Complete the UCR breadth pattern for the School of Public Policy (SPP).

Prerequisites
Contact a UCR admissions counselor to learn more about the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer).

Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.8 minimum GPA.

Learn more about being an SPP student.

Before you begin, find out what important information is needed for an accurate fall/winter admission application.

Express who you are, what matters to you and what you want to share with us by answering one required and an additional three out of seven personal insight questions.

Fall admission to UCR opens on Aug. 1. The fall application filing period is Nov. 1-30.

Winter admission to UCR opens on July. 1. The winter application filing period is July 1-31.

Start your UC application here.

The fee is $70 for each UC. You can apply for a fee waiver — provided you have your family’s income and the number of people supported by it — when you fill out the application.

If you have difficulties, contact ucinfo@applyucsupport.net or (800) 207-1710.

Now that you have applied, there are just a few more steps to complete the process. These include printing your receipt, ordering test score reports and updating your application, if needed.

UCR Undergraduate Admissions will email instructions on how to access your MyUCR admission portal account. Log in regularly to check your admission status, respond to messages, and track important dates and deadlines. Fall admission notifications begin in March. Admission notifications for winter begin in September.

Make a smooth academic transition to UCR with the guidance of faculty and student mentors through first-year programs offered by our colleges and schools. 

For First-Year Students:

• Engineering First Year Learning Community (EFLC)
• CHASS F1RST: First-Year Experience Programs
• CNAS Freshman Scholars Learning Communities (FSLC)
• School of Education First-Year Learning Community for Education Majors
• Additional support is available with Student Life's First Year Mentor Program. 

For Transfer Students:

• Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Education: BCOE Transfer Student Center
• College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences: CHASS Transfers F1rst Program
• College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences: Transfer Courses and Orientation
• School of Business: Undergraduate Ambassador Program
• School of Education: SOE Transfer Seminar
• School of Public Policy: Student Success Programs
• Additional support is available with Student Life's First Year Mentor Program and the Academic Resource Center's Transfer Success Program. 

If you're admitted to UCR, you can ensure a smooth transition by following the next steps for incoming first-year students, fall transfers, and winter transfers.

Safety is a top priority at UCR. We have a 24/7, on-campus police department, an emergency notification system that sends text alerts, a no-tolerance policy against sexual violence and secure residence halls with video surveillance, restricted card access and live-in staff. At night, our Community Service Officers patrol halls and parking lots, and Campus Safety Escorts accompany students across campus.

The Career Center is your headquarters for the professional advice, skills, and strategies that will lead you to your ideal career.

• Handshake to find on- and off-campus jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities
• Career Workshops to build skills (e.g., resume and cover letter writing and networking your way to a job). 
• Career Fairs
• Connections with top employers
• R’Professional Career Closet to select professional attire and prepare to be competitive as you transition from education to employment
• And more!

Discover community, find mentors, and develop as a leader with UCR's Ethnic & Gender Centers. Learn more about UCR’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

• African Student Programs
• Asian Pacific Student Programs
• Chicano Student Programs
• Foster Youth Support Services
• LGBT Resource Center
• Middle Eastern Student Center
• Native American Student Programs
• Undocumented Student Programs 
• Women's Resource Center

UCR focuses on all facets of well-being. We offer many campus resources to help you meet all of your goals, such as support groups, tutoring, community service, employment, emergency food resources, sports, and health care — which is all included in your tuition.

Learn more about the many on-campus housing options for both out-of-state first-year and transfer students. 

Learn about our many on-campus residence halls or apartments and decide for yourself which community is perfect for your university lifestyle. 

If you're interested in living off-campus, visit About Riverside which describes neighborhoods around the city. Find accommodations that fit your needs and preferences.
 

As a parent/guardian of a UCR student, you have access to many resources that will help you to support your student during this journey. Learn how to get involved and stay connected, and find out how we will keep your student safe, happy, and healthy.

Have fun and make friends! Student Life offers incredible social opportunities with concerts, music festivals, fun fairs, cultural celebrations, guest speakers, film series, theater productions, poets, performers, and more than 500 student organizations!

UCR welcomes student parents and offers support with a wide range of resources and accommodations. 

• Center for Early Childhood Education (ECS) for students, staff, faculty, and/or members of the community who need child care services. 
• Lactation rooms with privacy, a refrigerator, plush seating, and sanitary provisions.
• Oban Family Housing with one- and two-bedroom apartment homes adjacent to the campus. UCR’s ECS and Riverside’s public and private schools are nearby. 
• R'Kids for students, faculty, and staff with children, are expecting children, or will have children. Parents can discuss experiences, learn from each other and offer advice, while their children are involved in activities and entertainment.
• SRC Youth Programs to promote a healthy and safe lifestyle using positive experiences, sports, activities, games, and educational instruction.

Visit Transportation Services to learn about parking, public transportation (and student benefits), electric vehicle charging stations, UCR's Bike/Walk Program, and more.

Undergraduate Education cultivates student success by providing academic support, experiential learning and research opportunities. Challenge yourself in our rigorous University Honors program. Participate in research projects with our renowned faculty. Intern for a government agency or NGO in Sacramento or Washington, D.C. Create and facilitate your own 1-unit course with R'Courses. Ace your classes and prep for graduate school exams with help from the Academic Resource Center.