University of California, Riverside (original) (raw)
Bold Hearts. Brilliant Minds.
At UC Riverside you won’t just take classes—you’ll take action. Powered by a great education, world-leading research, and knowledge-driven impact, our students are transforming the nation and the world. Because at UCR, we are a tapestry of trailblazers—from first generation students to globally recognized researchers—bringing together fluency of thinking that accelerates bold solutions and transforms lives.
NO. 2
OVERALL
– U.S. News Social Mobility Rankings
NO. 2
FOR FINANCIAL AID
– Business Insider
2
NOBEL PRIZE WINNERS
– UCR Faculty
71
MEMBERS
– Association of American Universities
NEWS
September 19, 2024
Chancellor Wilcox announces plans to retire in 2025
UC Riverside Chancellor Kim A. Wilcox has announced that he will retire in the summer of 2025 after nearly 12 years leading the university. Wilcox led UCR during a season in which it emerged as one of America’s leading research universities and the national leader of the social mobility and student success movement. He announced his plans in a letter to the campus community in which he celebrated a campus culture of shared values around the university’s mission.
September 18, 2024
Back to School: UCR Welcome Week 2024
All UC Riverside Highlanders are invited to celebrate the start of our 2024-25 academic year with a ton of fun and informative events hosted by various campus partners. This is a great time to discover new resources, explore the campus, and make new friends.
EVENTS
Explore UC Riverside
Take an in-person or virtual tour of UCR's beautiful, 1200-acre campus or explore UCR from anywhere using our interactive map with 360° photos and virtual tours.
Why Students Love UC Riverside
Home is where the heart is — not only is UCR located in the heart of Southern California, our campus has won over our students’ hearts for its welcoming community, empowering career opportunities, and more.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Learn How Affordable a UCR Degree Can Be
Grants, scholarships, loans, and work study are offered to UC Riverside students, who receive some of the most generous financial aid packages in the nation. Business Insider ranked UCR No. 2 in the country for financial aid.
Degrees and Majors
Explore more than 80 undergraduate degree programs at UC Riverside. If you want to go far, come here.
Attending UC Riverside
First Year
UC Riverside first-year students come from all over California and throughout the world—ready for a challenge.
Transfer
Your journey starts here, transfer to UC Riverside. UCR is the right place to help you achieve your goals.
International
Each year, international students from more than 65 countries choose UC Riverside.
Graduate
UCR offers a wide range of opportunities for graduate study and research.
The Student Experience
At UCR, our strength lies in our diversity. You'll be joining a community of faculty and students from over 80 countries and countless cultural identities to exchange knowledge, build social mobility, and shape future leaders.
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