UC Riverside Is for Veterans
Take your place at the University of California, Riverside (UCR), a proud member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), alongside Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UCLA. This affiliation ensures that you’ll join one of the most diverse student bodies at a top-tier research university and graduate with the skills and experiences desired by employers!
You’ll also join a thriving community of Veterans and over 1,200 military-connected students such as spouses and dependents. You’ll be supported by myriad campus resources, especially the UCR’s Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and VA School Certifying Official (VASCO). Get help to navigate campus life and apply for Veteran benefits, grants, and scholarships.
Contact Veterans Resource Center
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Veterans Resource Center
125 Costo Hall
Riverside, CA 92521
tamarat@ucr.edu | (951) 827-2099VRC Hours (Pacific Time):
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.For questions about undergraduate admission, visit admissions.ucr.edu/ask or Frequently Asked Questions.
Submit Benefits
For financial aid questions, contact our VA School Certifying Official (VASCO) at VASCO@ucr.edu or (951) 827-3878 (press 4).
Get UCR in Your Inbox
Undergraduate Admissions will send personalized admission and financial aid information, as well as invitations to campus tours and events.
Undergraduate Admissions
Discover 150+ majors and minors, including business, biology, and engineering. View dates and deadlines, connect with admission counselors, and attend in-person and virtual events.
Cost
Most Veteran and military-connected students pay little to nothing out of pocket to attend UCR. Learn how to maximize your VA benefits and get help to apply for scholarships and grants (FREE money).
Community
The VRC helps Veterans transition from military to university life and supports over 1,200 military-connected students. You can also get involved with the Student Veterans Organization and Dependents and Military Family Organization.
Support
Maximize your UCR experience with a variety of resources, including the Academic Resource Center with FREE tutoring, the Career Center with career planning and job fairs, and nine Ethnic and Gender Centers for additional support and community.
Gold Military Friendly School
Among participating Tier 1 research institutions
on a top 10 list by Military Friendly.
– VIQTORY, 2023-24
No. 8 Military Spouse Friendly School
Research institution category.
– Military Friendly®, 2023-24
Best for Vets College
Based on factors such as student success metrics
(completion, retention, persistence, GPA, graduation),
military-specific resources, and financial aid.
– Military Times, 2023
