Programs and Services

• Services for Undergraduate/Graduate International Students
  The International Education Center is home to a variety of programs for undergraduate and graduate students who come to UCR from abroad.
• International Student Life: Student Clubs, Organizations, Initiatives
  A list of clubs and opportunities hosted by the International Education Center.
• Fulbright Students and Faculty
  There are a variety of scholarships and award opportunities available to UCR students who wish to study abroad. From UCR-specific Opportunity Abroad Program scholarships to prestigious scholarships like the Gilman, Duttenhaver and Fulbright scholarships, the International Education Center can help you find the scholarship that is best for you.
• English language, Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma programs
  Many different short-term English language, Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma programs are offered by UCR’s International Education Programs, Extension. International Education Programs also develops Custom Programs for groups.
• Host Family Programs
  Some international students who attend UC Riverside choose to live in the home of an American family during their stay. The host families provide a room, three meals a day and transportation to UCR for classes and UCR sponsored activities. This experience is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in American culture.
• International Women's Exchange
  The International Women’s Exchange meets every Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the International Education Center. The program allows women of all nationalities to come together exchange culture and ideas and to build friendships. It is a great opportunity to make new friends and learn more about a variety of cultures.

Resources for Faculty and Other Scholars

• Visa Assistance
  The International Scholar Center processes process visas for international faculty and scholars. The three main visa types utilized by the ISC to gain lawful status for faculty and scholars are the J, H-1B and O visa types.
• Academic Personnel for Academic Appointments
  The Office of Academic Personnel facilitates the recruitment, development, and retention of academic employees at UC Riverside.
• Teaching Abroad Opportunity - Education Abroad Program, Education Abroad Program - Term, Education Abroad Program - Year
  Information on submitting proposals to teach courses abroad in the Education Abroad Program.
• Teaching Abroad Opportunity - Summer Teaching
  Information on submitting proposals to teach courses abroad in the Summer Travel Study Program.
• Academic Senate Committee on International Education
  A part of the UCR Academic Senate, the committee represents the division in all maters concerned with international education, including international research, and study-abroad and foreign exchange programs.
• International Collaborations
  A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is a written statement of understanding between UCR and a foreign university or non-profit institution expressing a mutual intention to engage in a cooperative academic or research effort which does not involve a commitment of university resources.