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 18, 2024
Patricia Cardoso is first Latina to join the Academy’s Board of Governors, director’s branch
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences welcomed five new first-time members, including Cardoso.
June 17, 2024
Money magazine rankings put UC Riverside in top tier
UC Riverside is one of only 54 universities to receive a 5-star ranking in Money magazine’s 2024 list of Best Colleges . It placed UCR in the top tier of the Money rankings, with a half-star improvement over the 2023 rankings, and in the top 7.2% of universities ranked nationwide.
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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