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Education Secretary calls UCR a model for delivering mental health support

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona held a roundtable discussion on mental health support with four UC Riverside students Thursday, May 19, lauding the campus as an example of how to support student needs...
25x25 Project – Empowering Women Empowering Girls! June 20–July 1, 2022

UCR Hosts Two-Week College-Prep Course for Black Women

The 25x25 Project allows 9-12 grade and community college young Black women to receive free workshops and guidance as they learn about succeeding in college and to help them prepare for college while empowering them to become leaders in their communities. The courses take place June 21-July 1 on the UC Riverside campus in conjunction...
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International

UCR Professor Wins Top Science Fiction Award

John Jennings, a professor of media and cultural studies at UC Riverside, won a 2021 Hugo Award for the graphic novel adaptation of Octavia Butler’s science fiction novel “Parable of the Sower.”

UCR Scientists Breeding Disease-Tolerant Citrus

UC Riverside scientists are taking part in a project to breed citrus impervious to Citrus Greening Disease and other pathogens.

UCR Admissions Remaining Test-Free

At its November meeting, the UC Board of Regents confirmed that the university system will continue to practice test-free admissions for the foreseeable future. The standardized testing requirement for first-year applicants was originally suspended in May 2020 for all applicants through fall 2024.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year
Students engaged during lecture in in-the-round lecture hall.

New Lecture Hall Creates Increased Engagement

The circular design also means students are closer. The farthest seat is only eight rows from the center of the room...

Transfer Students: Fall 2022 Application Deadline Extended to Jan. 7

UC Riverside’s fall 2022 transfer application deadline has been extended to Jan. 7.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Transfer, Out-of-State, International

Highlanders Make First Month Back on Campus a Huge Success

Thanks to safety protocols including vaccine and testing mandates, UCR was able to welcome students back to campus in September for in-person classes, events, and more.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Campus Return

Submit Your Application for UC Riverside NOW!

Apply to UC Riverside for fall 2022 by submitting your University of California application through November 30.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, International, Out-of-State, Counselor, Parents/Guardians

Join Us as Students Take the Lead at UCR’s Slice of Life (Nov. 1–4)

Join us for Slice of Life at UCR, a student-led series of Instagram Live events for prospective first-year and transfer students. Current students and admission counselors will share what campus life is like, how to apply, and classes in real time (don’t worry, there aren’t any quizzes!). Plus, you could win an iPad 10.2” or...
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, International, Out-of-State
Student works through equations on a whiteboard with professor.

New Five-Year Combined-Degree: Statistics B.S./M.S.

Apply for the B.S.+ 1 Statistics M.S. program before the start of your fourth year at UC Riverside and receive your master’s degree in statistics from our College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences.
UCR Students stand in line at the HOSS.

In-Person Admissions Services Resuming

Beginning Sept. 1, incoming and prospective students can visit the Highlander One-Stop Shop (HOSS) Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to get in-person help with their admissions questions.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Campus Return

The Fall 2022 Application Is Open!

Start your fall 2022 application today and take your place at one of the most highly ranked and respected universities in the world: UC Riverside!
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International

Important Document and Testing Deadlines Approaching for Incoming Students

All incoming UCR students must submit their final official transcripts and test scores as part of their admissions requirements. Deadlines for both are fast approaching.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Transfer, Out-of-State, International

On-Campus Housing Still Available for Fall 2021!

Attention Incoming Students: On-campus housing is filling up fast! Submit your Housing Contract right away. Experience on-campus living as close to pre-pandemic “normal” conditions as possible.

Transfer to UCR in Winter 2022 — Apply July 1–31

Students can transfer to UC Riverside for winter 2022 by submitting an application from July 1–31.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Transfer

UCR Helping Puentistas Get Ready to Transfer This Summer

Held twice weekly throughout May and June, the Puente Connection Summer Series features webinars and networking events for community college students who are ready to transfer to a UC.
By Transfer Admission Counselor | | Transfer

Transfer Students: Say “Yes” to UCR by June 1

Admitted transfer students have until June 1 to say “yes” to UCR for fall 2021 and submit their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR).
By Undergraduate Admissions | | Transfer, Out-of-State, International

SIR Deadline Extended to May 14

Admitted freshmen now have until May 14 to say “yes” to UCR by submitting their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) for fall 2021.
By Undergraduate Admissions | | First Year, Out-of-State, International

Admitted Transfer Giveaway: iPads, Chromebooks, AirPod Pros, & Gift Cards

UC Riverside’s Highlander Days is an open house that connects admitted and prospective students with the campus community so they can learn more about studying at one of America’s leading universities. This year’s event is virtual and features a special contest where admitted students can win amazing prizes.
By Transfer Admissions Counselor | | Transfer, International, Out-of-State, Counselor, Parents/Guardians, Virtual Events

 

 

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