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University of California, Riverside

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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.

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PUBLIC UNIVERSITY

-U.S. NEWS SOCIAL MOBILITY RANKINGS

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No. 2

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-BUSINESS INSIDER

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No. 4

PELL GRANT PERFORMANCE

-WASHINGTON MONTHLY

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-PRINCETON REVIEW

 

NEWS

March 18, 2023
UC Riverside is No. 1 for retaining Pell Grant freshmen
A report from The Chronicle of Higher Education gives UC Riverside a No. 1 ranking in freshmen retention rates. UCR is ranked alongside 24 other campuses nationwide that lead the charge in serving low-income students.  
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March 16, 2023
Humans bite back by deactivating mosquito sperm
New UC Riverside research makes it likely that proteins responsible for activating mosquito sperm can be shut down, preventing them from swimming to or fertilizing eggs.
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At UC Riverside we believe in creating an environment that supports bold hearts and brilliant minds. Our students shine bright, learning both in and outside the classroom. Philanthropic investment from alumni, staff, faculty, students, and friends of the university provide opportunities for students to participate in meaningful research, and receive academic, professional, and personal support while pursuing their dreams. From funding scholarships and fellowships to research programs and beyond, your support makes a difference in students’ lives at UCR. 

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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.

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Degrees and Majors

Explore more than 80 undergraduate degree programs at UC Riverside. If you want to go far, come here.

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First-Year Students

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

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

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

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

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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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UC Riverside’s initiative dedicated to student-focused priorities across the university, will create opportunities for Highlanders to shine.

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