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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.

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PUBLIC UNIVERSITY

-U.S. NEWS SOCIAL MOBILITY RANKINGS

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FINANCIAL AID

-BUSINESS INSIDER

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PELL GRANT PERFORMANCE

-WASHINGTON MONTHLY

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BEST
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-PRINCETON REVIEW

 

NEWS


UC Riverside men’s basketball game against UC Irvine on March 2, 2023.
Highlanders set season records, nearly sweep postseason awards
UC Riverside men's basketball earned numerous postseason awards following one of the most historic seasons in program history.  Mike Magpayo was named the Big West Coach of the Year, the first time in program history the award has gone to UC Riverside. Lachlan Olbrich was named Big West Freshman of the Year, while Jamal Hartwell was named the Big West Sixth Man of the Year. 
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Solar system and moons of Jupiter
The planet that could end life on Earth
A terrestrial planet hovering between Mars and Jupiter would be able to push Earth out of the solar system and wipe out life on this planet, according to a UC Riverside experiment.
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Resources Every Undergraduate Needs

Discover just a sample of UC Riverside programs that will enhance your undergraduate experience. Fun things like artsy film club screenings, eclectic live music, nature explorations, spirited athletics games, holistic student recreation, adventures along the California coast, an international selection of food, and supportive ethnic and gender groups.

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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.

Majors

Attending UC Riverside

First Year

UC Riverside first-year students come from all over California and throughout the world—ready for a challenge.

First Year

Transfer

Your journey starts here, transfer to UC Riverside. UCR is the right place to help you achieve your goals.

Transfer

International

Each year, international students from more than 65 countries choose UC Riverside.
 

International

Graduate

UCR offers a wide range of opportunities for graduate study and research.
 

Graduate

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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