University of California, Riverside
Founded 1954
President Kim Wilcox (Chancellor)
Fees USD 13,836
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
The University of California, Riverside (UCR) is a public research university founded in 1954, located in Riverside in the Inland Empire of Southern California. UCR is ranked #1 in the United States for social mobility and upward economic mobility, reflecting its mission to serve a diverse, first-generation student body. UCR enrolls approximately 26,000 students and is particularly strong in engineering, plant sciences, education, and the humanities.
Schools and Colleges
- Bourns College of Engineering — Top-ranked engineering programs
- School of Business — AACSB-accredited business programs
- School of Medicine — Newest UC medical school (2013)
- College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences — Citrus and plant biology research
- School of Education — Teacher preparation and education research
How to Apply
- Application: UC Application
- Test Scores: Test-free (UC policy)
- Acceptance Rate: ~57%
- In-State Tuition: ~$13,836 | Out-of-State: ~$43,690
Key Deadlines
- Application Window: November 1–30