You have a unique story — so does UC Riverside! Check out our videos to learn what life is like as a UCR Highlander.
Experience our campus, learn about award-winning faculty (including two Nobel Laureates), meet current students, and find out about student success resources. You'll also get guidance on the admission process and learn about vibrant Riverside — a progressive city that’s central to everything that makes Southern California a magical place to live, play, and study!
Get to Know UCR
Guided Video Tour
Join three of our tour guides on a visit of the campus.
How to Apply to UC Riverside
Follow along as UCR students walk you through the process of filling out an admission application.
UC Riverside Continues Climbing the Rankings
UCR is recognized for inclusion, innovation, student success, value, and social mobility.
I Am UCR
UCR is an incredibly diverse university, where people from all identities can feel welcome and supported.
The Value of a UCR Degree
See what five recent alumni have to say about their UCR degrees.
UC Riverside: Bold Hearts. Brilliant Minds.
Powered by a great education, world-leading research, and knowledge-driven impact, you’ll transform the nation and the world.
UC Riverside Campus Dining Tour
Discover the best places to dine on campus, such as The Habit, Starbucks, food trucks, and convenience stores.
Student Research Success Stories
Our students shine bright, learning both in and outside the classroom, and engaging in meaningful research.
UC Riverside Housing Tour
Tour UCR’s student housing communities and get a feel for exciting amenities. (Off-campus living options included.)
Young Alumni: Philip Falcone, '20
City Councilmember Philip Falcone ('20, Gender Studies) uses his degree to serve the Riverside community.
Young Alumni: Sirina Nabhan, '17
Sirina ('17, Electrical Engineering) uses her degree to work on deep space satellites for the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Young Alumni: Joshua Tejada, '23
Joshua ('23, Biology) is on the path to medical school, working at a local clinic to help better his community.
Student Experience
Why Students Love UCR
Students share their reasons for choosing UCR and why they love it.
UCR: Out-of-State Testimonial Video
Learn what out-of-state students have to say about their UCR experience.
Tips from Current Students
From time management to self-care, these tips will help you thrive at UCR!
Why Transfer to UCR?
Transfer students share how UCR has helped them succeed.
Current International Student Testimonials
Hear from students representing France, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Panama, and Singapore — just some of the 88+ countries represented at UCR.
Out-of-State Student Stories
From Texas to UCR: Meet Erica
Find out how this Texas-raised and California-educated Highlander gets around campus, sneaks naps, and finds freebies at UCR.
From Florida to UCR: Meet Jackie
Find out where this Florida-raised and California-educated Highlander finds free citrus, zones out, and gets inspired at UCR.
From Washington to UCR: Meet Leah
Find out where this Washington-raised and California-educated Highlander studies, relaxes, and fills food cravings at UCR.
Students Explore Riverside
Happy Festival of Colors From UCR
UCR joins the Riverside community in sharing well wishes for a bright and colorful season.
UCR at Riverside’s Dickens Festival
UCR students enjoy the Riverside’s annual Dickens Festival.
UCR Students Celebrate Riverside's Festival of Lights
The Mission Inn Festival of Lights is just one of Riverside’s many cultural events.
Happy Lunar New Year from UC Riverside!
UCR students celebrate the new year with wishes for good luck, good health, blessings, and prosperity.
Riverside: Things to Do, See and Experience
Explore Riverside, California, a historical city known for arts and innovation, culture, entertainment, festivals, and nightlife.
The Best of Downtown Riverside
Hear from Kaylee what she loves most about spending time in downtown Riverside.