University of California - Riverside
- 4 Year
- RIVERSIDE, CA
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University of California - Riverside
- 4 Year
- RIVERSIDE, CA
- Rating 3.6 out of 5 3,453 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Valuegrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Campusgrade B minus
- Athleticsgrade B
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade C+
- Dormsgrade B minus
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade B+
- Safetygrade C+
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Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Big West Conference
University of California - Riverside Rankings
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UCR Admissions
Acceptance Rate
57%
Application Deadline
November 30
SAT Range
1080-1280
ACT Range
22-31
Application Fee
$70
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Cost
Net Price
$11,948 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$16,628 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
91%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
21:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
78%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 214 responses33%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 258 responses57%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 256 responsesClaim Your college Today!
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
- Business715 Graduates
- Research and Experimental Psychology600 Graduates
- Biology543 Graduates
- Sociology339 Graduates
- Economics263 Graduates
- Political Science and Government247 Graduates
- Mathematics187 Graduates
- Computer Science165 Graduates
- English158 Graduates
- Education Research and Evaluation153 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
22,056 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
637
Undergrads Over 25
7%
Pell Grant
47%
Varsity Athletes
1%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
52%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 306 responsesPoll
58%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 363 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$49,700 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
77%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%68%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 163 responsesSimilar Colleges
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University of California - Riverside Reviews
Rating 3.6 out of 5 3,453 reviews
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UCR is a surprisingly good school with relatively high and rigorous academic standards, a great student population that takes interest in campus and university activities. It's a reasonable drive away from Los Angeles, but still maintains a somewhat quaint feel. Although it's one of the lesser known Universities in the UC system, it doesn't get the credit that it's due, many of the students here worked incredibly hard in High School, and continue to do so, on the same level of students at most other UC's (except maybe Berkeley). Not a first choice due to the lack of recognition and prestige (if you care about such things), but academically and socially a great place to be!
My experience at UC Riverside has been a series of events that have made me feel more alive, as I was able to step out of my comfort zone and outgrow my shyness. I found a group of friends who have made me feel comfortable, activities I enjoyed, and resources I needed to help me support myself and my academic career, and I'm able to balance my academic work while also prioritizing life outside of school. I feel safe and comfortable in an environment that UCR has created, and I truly enjoy my stay here. I look forward for the next three years at this school!
Riverside provides great resources for students like free tutoring, a recreational center complete with sport, art, and media classes, medical, psychological, and counseling services, racial and ethnic community based programs, and several social affairs. UCR continues to prove it is a respectful school for students who are open to making connections, networking, and education. Instead of a cold competitive spirit between students, UCR values students accomplishments through interconnectedness and comradery which creates a healthy and happy atmosphere within campus that helps many students understand and seek support when needed, instead of struggling on their own.