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How to Apply to UC Riverside

Follow along as UCR students walk you through the process of filling out an admission application.

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!


Admission Presentations

 
First Year: UC Application Workshop

Find out what steps to take to help you shine on the University of California application for fall 2023.


First Year: General Admission Presentation

Join first-year admission counselor, Cesar, to learn about UCR’s campus, student life, and general admission requirements.

 
Transfer: Presenting Yourself on the UC Application

Find out what steps to take to help you shine on the University of California transfer application for fall 2023.

 
UC Riverside Transfer Admissions

Join transfer admission counselor, Diana, for an overview of the University of California, Riverside (UCR), including admission information, majors, and student success resources.


Get to Know UCR

 
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 Continues Climbing the Rankings

UCR is recognized for inclusion, innovation, student success, value, and social mobility.

 
UCR: Unique. Committed. Real.

Get a world-class education, enjoy year-round fun in Riverside, and explore Southern California from our central location.

 
Fall in LOVE With UCR

Study among friends, get real-life experience, and live in 277 days of sunshine.

 
Student-Led UCR Campus Tour

Join student tour guide, Juan, for a virtual tour of UC Riverside and discover fun facts about academics, facilities, and campus life.

 

UC Riverside Campus Dining Tour

Discover the best places to dine on campus, such as The Habit, Starbucks, food trucks, and convenience stores. 

UC Riverside Housing Tour

Tour UCR’s student housing communities and get a feel for exciting amenities. (Off-campus living options included.)

 
UCR: You’ll Love Our Resources

Discover success resources such as first-year programs, career-planning services, internships, tutoring, and financial aid.

 
UCR: You’ll Love Our Faculty

Reach your goals with help from award-winning faculty, including two Nobel Laureates, industry experts, and community leaders.


UC Riverside students hang out on campus

Student Experience

 
UCR: You'll Love the Student Experience

Find out what makes our student experience so unique.

 
UCR: Out-of-State Testimonial Video

Learn what out-of-state students have to say about their UCR experience.

 
UCR: International Testimonial Video

Learn what international students have to say about their UCR experience.

 
Why Transfer to UCR?

Transfer students share how UCR has helped them succeed.

 
Blue, Gold & Black Podcast Trailer

Check out the new podcast dedicated to amplifying Black voices at UCR through conversations with Black campus leaders and faculty members.

 
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.

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