University of California, Riverside
Bold Hearts. Brilliant Minds.
At UC Riverside you won’t just take classes—you’ll take action. Powered by a great education, world-leading research, and knowledge-driven impact, our students are transforming the nation and the world. Because at UCR, we are a tapestry of trailblazers—from first generation students to globally recognized researchers—bringing together fluency of thinking that accelerates bold solutions and transforms lives.
NEWS
June 25, 2025
UCR named a top value in college ranking
UC Riverside has once again been named a great value in the Princeton Review’s latest college rankings, where it was ranked No. 33 overall on the list’s Top 50 Best Value Colleges among public schools.
June 17, 2025
UCR to start construction of research and economic development park
UC Riverside will celebrate a major step forward in its efforts to drive economic growth in the Inland Empire as it begins construction of an innovation park that will bring together research, entrepreneurship, and education at one hub near campus.
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held Monday, June 23 for the SoCal OASIS™ Park, the first major infrastructure project under the SoCal OASIS™ umbrella. The project is expected to be completed by spring 2027.
Learn How Affordable a UCR Degree Can Be
Grants, scholarships, loans, and work study are offered to UC Riverside students, who receive some of the most generous financial aid packages in the nation. Business Insider ranked UCR No. 2 in the country for financial aid.
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