UC Riverside Is for Veterans

Take your place at one of the most highly ranked and respected universities in the world. UCR's diverse campus will welcome you. Our community of over 800 veteran and military-connected students will support you, and our knowledge of state and federal resources will assist you. We are here for you — from application through graduation. 

No wonder UCR was ranked as a GOLD campus by VIQTORY (publisher of G.I. Jobs Magazine). The ranking is a Military Friendly Schools designation.

Welcome home to UCR!

SUBMIT BENEFITS HERE

Our VA School Certifying Officials (VASCO) are here for you!

SUBMIT

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Attainability

Getting a UC degree is within your reach! Course and GPA requirements for UCR and many of the majors are a lot more attainable than you may realize. With 80+ desirable majors, distinguished faculty, groundbreaking research, and successful graduates, UCR is No. 2 overall in the nation for social mobility (U.S. News Social Mobility Rankings, 2024). This means we elevate students to a higher standard of living — and we'll do the same for you!

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Value

Thanks to available benefits, scholarships, and grants, most student veterans pay little or nothing out of pocket to attend UCR. Our Financial Aid Veterans Affairs School Certifying Officials (VASCO) will help you work with the VA to get all the education benefits for which you’re eligible. Plus, you'll graduate with a high-value degree as UCR is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), just like Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UCLA.

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Community

We understand that transitioning from military to university life can be challenging. Fortunately, UCR’s Veterans Resource Center (VRC) is a welcoming place for student veterans to gather, study, and just hang out. Grab a free cup of coffee or snack from the fridge. Take advantage of the study lab and free printer services. Find peer support, connect to resources, and more!

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Support

UCR is committed to helping you thrive and fully participate in all aspects of campus life. Resources include Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Ethnic and Gender Centers, and the Student Disability Resource Center — all to reduce barriers, encourage academic success, and help you maximize your UCR student experience.

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UCR Yellow Ribbon Campus

UCR Is a Yellow Ribbon Campus!

The university and the VA split the non-resident tuition costs for Post-9/11 GI Bill® recipients with 100% eligibility. That means at UCR, out-of-state veterans pay the same, lower tuition rate as California residents!
Please note: GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
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UCR Student Veteran: Jennifer Sayre

“I am so grateful for the VRC — it's become my home on campus. It's nice to have a place to hang out or study in between classes. Plus, I've learned so much about my benefits and the campus through the workshops they host.”

Jennifer Sayre
U.S. Army Veteran
History and Education Double-Major

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