College
University of California - Riverside
- B+Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- Riverside, CA
- 3,019 reviews
- AcademicsB+
- ValueA-
- DiversityA
- CampusB-
- AthleticsB
- Party SceneB+
- ProfessorsA
- LocationC-
- DormsB-
- Campus FoodB+
- Student LifeB
- SafetyC+
University of California - Riverside is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Big West Conference
University of California - Riverside Rankings
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
66%
SAT Range
940-1190
ACT Range
21-27
Application Fee
$70
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Cost
Net Price
$12,841/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
A
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Student Faculty Ratio
22:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 78%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.214 responses
- 33%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.231 responses
- 57%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.229 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business Administration and Management
663 GraduatesPsychology
433 GraduatesBiology
360 GraduatesSociology
295 GraduatesEconomics
236 GraduatesPolitical Science and Government
217 GraduatesAnthropology and Archaeology
158 GraduatesFilm and Video Studies
155 GraduatesManagerial Economics
143 GraduatesMathematics & Statistics
121 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
19,544Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
4%
Pell Grant
53%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
- 54%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.279 responses
Poll
- 59%
- of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.336 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$47,300/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
73%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
89%
National
83%- 68%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.163 responses
University of California - Riverside Reviews
3,019 reviews
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I am a Microbiology major going into my Sophomore year at UCR. Because I moved 8 hours from my home in San Francisco, I was faced with many fears. However, I found the UCR atmosphere to be very welcoming, diverse, and full of opportunity. Outside of campus is sketchy, so never walk alone or get some pepper spray. Besides that UCR is filled with many resources to aid in health, struggling studies, or an organization to fit in! I would definitely recommend this college to anyone, despite the stereotypes that are associated with UCR. Location wise, it’s in the middle of SoCal. A couple hours to Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, Coachella, etc. I would also like to mention that there are many professors passionate about their job, along with many intelligent students who are eager to learn - don't mix this up with the partying stereotypes! I believe I live a well balanced life in Riverside - although my tuition made me second guess going to this school, it's worth my penny going here.
Only an average university. Bad location, horrible counselors and staffs. This University has nothing much to offer! And to make things worst, there isn’t a football team. I cannot believe I chose this university over NAU in Flagstaff. I highly recommend you to not go here, I’m trying to transfer myself. Just because it is diverse, doesn’t mean it’s a good thing! For example, you might have a professor with a thick accent that u can’t understand, and that’s not a good thing at all.
If coming from the Bay Area, you'll be disappointed about the diversity of cuisine in the surrounding area of the campus. The residential hall food is alright and are always buffet style so there can always be something for you to eat. But once in awhile you'll get tired of it, but do not fret! There are dining dollars that you can use for on campus dining that is not in the dining halls. I have been told that the quality of food here has been better so if you are thinking about attending this school, do not expect much but do expect a growth in quality while you're here. If you do not wish to dine on campus, there is a university village that is a 15-20 minute walk away with more restaurants for you to experience. You will be given discounts at the theater there and coupons for being a student at UCR.