Your Goals Are Within Reach
Your hard work has put your academic and professional goals within reach, and UC Riverside will partner with you to bring them closer! As a UCR Highlander, you can:
• Choose from 150+ majors and minors, including business, biology, and engineering. We even have accelerated programs that offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees with a five-year study plan!
• Be mentored by world-class faculty, including two Nobel Laureates.
• Get hands-on experiences with undergraduate research, internships, and Education Abroad.
UCR is a proud member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, 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.
Questions About Undergraduate Admissions
Get answers by contacting Danielle Watson, Admission Specialist, at danielle.watson@ucr.edu or (951) 827-3903. You can also submit questions via admissions.ucr.edu/ask.
Learn more about life at UCR and the steps for a successful transfer.
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In the United States.
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No. 5 Most Diverse Medical School
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Transfer to UC Riverside
If you’re a spouse or dependent, visit first-year students or out-of-state students for transfer admission requirements, dates and deadlines, financial aid and costs, and how to apply. For questions, contact Danielle Watson, Admission Specialist, at danielle.watson@ucr.edu or (951) 827-3903.
Transfer Steps:
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Plan to Meet Minimum Transfer Admission Requirements
Complete the following 7-course pattern by the end of the spring term prior to fall enrollment at UC.
• Two transferable courses in English composition;
• One transferable course in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning;
• Four transferable college courses chosen from at least two of the following subject areas:
- Arts and humanities
- Social and behavioral sciences
- Physical and biological sciencesComplete 60 semester (90 quarter) units of transferable college credit with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.4 (2.8 for out-of-state transfers). It’s important to note that some major programs require a higher minimum GPA for admission.
UCR has seven colleges and schools. Each has its own minimum GPA and course requirements for admission. Visit ASSIST to learn if your desired major requires additional major prep course(s).
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Know Your Preferred Major
Explore UCR’s 150+ majors and minors, including business, biology, and engineering. We also have accelerated programs that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees with a five-year study plan.
Visit ASSIST to learn if your desired major requires additional major prep course(s).
Once you’ve selected your preferred major, let your admission counselor know. This will help them to develop an admission plan that will maximize your chances of being admitted.
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Track Your Progress
Use the Transfer Admission Planner (TAP) to enter coursework (completed and planned) from all higher education institutions attended to track your progress toward meeting UC's minimum requirements. This allows UC staff to share important information.
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Get to Know UCR
We have all sorts of ways for you to get a feel for life at UCR!
• Visit UCR – In-person and virtual tours, and a self-guided tour map.
• UCR’s YouTube Channel: Campus Tours – Tours of campus, housing, dining, and more.
• Campus Events – Get involved with events for students and the general public. -
Awarding Credit for Prior Learning
Admitted students submit their military transcript to the Admissions Office at each UC campus for review. At UCR, that office is Undergraduate Admissions. The address is:
University of California, Riverside
Undergraduate Admissions
900 University Ave.
3106 Student Services Building
Riverside, CA 92521-0119- UC awards transfer credit for military courses at the lower division level based on course description and if courses are seen as equivalent courses taught at any UC campus. The American Council on Education (ACE) Guide is a resource for evaluating and translating military coursers which must be consistent with UC policy on granting transfer credit, including limitations on total transferable units. UC does not offer credit for Basic Training or Recruitment Training, Military Occupation Therapy, combat, and warfare training.
- Military transcripts accepted: JST (Joint Services Transcript), AARTS (Army and Air Force), SMARTS (Marines and Navy), a GCI (COAST GUARD INSTITUTE).
- Defense Language Courses are accepted and UC awards lower division credit only.
- Students must meet the minimum 60 transferable semester unit requirement for admission without the military credit. UC will award military credit after admission. If the campus needs to use military credit to admit the student, this will be taken into consideration.
- Once the course(s) have been determined to be UC transferable, they are posted by the Admissions Office to the student’s record in the Student Information System and a copy of the transcript is forwarded to the student’s academic advisor.
Admissions Dates & Deadlines
For the best outcome, begin your admission process one year prior to your desired start date. To begin, determine if you should apply as a first-year or transfer student:
• Fall Admission for First Year and Transfer Students – Start the process the previous August, and submit your UC application Oct. 1-Dec. 2.
• Winter Admission for Transfer Students Only – Start the process the previous June, and submit your UC application July 1-31.
Learn about your VA benefits and the best way to use your GI Bill®. You may want to use it immediately or wait until later in your academic career. Then explore 150+ majors, minors, and accelerated programs.
Fall Admission
(First Year/Transfer)
August 1
Begin the UC application
Sept. 1–30
Submit your TAG application
Oct. 1–Dec. 2
Submit your UC application
Jan. 31
Deadline to complete the Transfer Academic Update
March
Admission notifications begin
March 1
Housing contracts become available
March 2
Housing: Since campus housing is highly impacted and assigned first-come, first served, it is recommended that you submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR), housing contract or application, and first housing payment as early as possible.
July 1
July 1
Deadline to submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR)
Sign-Up for Orientation - Visit Academic Advisor
Visit the Veterans Resource Center
July 1
Deadline to submit your final transcripts/documents for coursework completed through end of spring
September
Fall quarter begins
Winter Admission
(Transfer only)
May 1-June 30
Submit your TAG application
July 1
Access the UC application
July 1-31
August 1
Submit your UC application
Sign-Up for Orientation - Visit Academic Advisor
Visit the Veterans Resource Center
September
Admission notifications begin
September
Housing: Since campus housing is highly impacted and assigned first-come, first served, it is recommended that you submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR), housing contract or application, and first housing payment as early as possible.
Mid-Sept.
Deadline to complete the Transfer Academic Update
Oct. 15
Deadline to submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR)
Nov. 1
Deadline to submit your final transcripts/documents for coursework completed through end of summer
Jan. 15
Deadline to submit your final transcript/document for coursework completed through end of fall
January
Winter quarter begins
Admissions FAQ
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Does UCR have an ROTC program?
A: While UCR does not have its own ROTC program, opportunities are available through cooperative agreements with other universities whose ROTC programs welcome our students. You may enroll in ROTC courses at another institution while completing your degree program at UCR with:
- Army ROTC: UCR students have participated in Army ROTC since 1995 under an affiliate relationship through Claremont McKenna College . UCR is one of six universities in the Inland Empire that make up the “Golden Lions Battalion.” Other partner institutions include California Baptist University, California State University San Bernardino, Azusa Pacific University, and California State Polytechnic University. Contact: armyrotc@ucr.edu or (951) 827-2764.
- Airforce ROTC: AFROTC offers two-, three-, and four-year programs leading to a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. Freshmen and sophomores take one hour of academics and two hours of leadership laboratory a week; juniors and seniors take three hours of academics and two hours of leadership laboratory a week. Scholarships covering up to 100 percent annual tuition for one to four years along with a nontaxable monthly stipend are available. Contact: admissions@ucr.edu or (951) 827-3411. Complete the form at admissions.ucr.edu/ask to be connected with an admissions counselor.
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What happens if I get called up to active duty while enrolled at UCR?
A: UCR wants to make it as easy as possible for you to leave without worrying about your education and return. Below are policies and resources designed to help you during this transition.
- If you are an incoming student who is called to active duty, you may be able to obtain a waiver of the $60 University Application Processing Fee. The fee can be credited toward admission for another quarter during the same academic year. For questions, or to see if you qualify, complete the form at admissions.ucr.edu/ask to be connected with an admissions counselor.
- The U.S. Department of Education has modified the withdrawal requirements of colleges for the "Return of Title IV Funds" for students called to active duty. Typically, when a student totally withdraws from classes, colleges have 30 days to return a portion of federal student aid the student has received. For more information, contact Financial Aid at (951) 827-3878.
- The U.S. Department of Education has issued special guidance to lenders regarding reservists who have Perkins, Stafford, or PLUS loans. If you are a member of the National Guard or Reserves, and are ordered to active military duty, you should notify your lenders to request extended loan deferments and/or forbearance while on active duty.
- If you think you might be called to active service, learn how you can Set Up Authorized Users to access your records and student account. This permits designated users such as your parent(s), spouse, or friend to take actions, such as withdrawal from the university on your behalf.
- Military.com's Deployment Guides and Resources will help you through deployment.
- Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF/OND): details the VA benefits available to returning veterans: employment, housing, health and dental care, life insurance, and more!
- DoD Deployment Health Clinical Center helps veterans get mental health treatment and support.
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How do I apply for priority enrollment?
A: UCR offers priority enrollment to all veterans and members of the military beginning with the second quarter of enrollment. This will happen automatically if you have visited the Office of Financial Aid to request U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs education benefits. Otherwise, please contact Financial Aid at vasco@ucr.edu or (951) 827-4921 to discuss the documentation needed to initiate priority enrollment. Then, watch your R’Mail for notification of the course enrollment date.
