Your Goals Are Within Reach

Course and GPA requirements for UC Riverside and many of its majors are a lot more attainable than you may realize. We welcome student veterans like you and invite you to take your place at one of the most highly ranked and respected universities in the world.

UCR is a member of the American Association Universities (AAU), making your degree highly valuable. Our distinguished faculty boasts two Nobel Laureates, 16 National Academy Members, two members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Governing Board, four National Book Award finalists, and one former Poet Laureate.

Plus, UCR is a Hispanic Serving Institution and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. It’s no wonder, that as a member of the world’s most prestigious public university system, UCR is among the top 1.3% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings). 

Build your bold and brilliant future at UCR.

 

Contact a Transfer Admissions Counselor.
Student Services Building

Student Services Building
(951) 827-3411
admissions.ucr.edu/ask

 

Learn more about life at UCR for and the steps for a successful transfer.
 

No. 2 Overall 

Among the Top 2 U.S. universities for Social Mobility for five consecutive years
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
 

Top 1.3% Universities Worldwide

Center for World University
Rankings, 2023
 
 

No. 5 Most Diverse Medical School

U.S. News, 2023-24
Best Grad School Rankings
 

Transfer to UC Riverside

Continue your journey at UCR. Your hard work has put your goals within reach, we’re ready to help bring them closer. To stay on track, connect with a transfer admission counselor

 

Transfer Steps:
  • Plan to Meet Minimum Transfer Admission Requirements

    Complete 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). Keep in mind, some major programs require a higher minimum GPA for admission.

    Each college at UCR has its own minimum GPA and course requirements for admission. Knowing your major will help admission counselors develop an admissions plan to maximize your chances of being admitted to UCR. Visit ASSIST to identify if your desired major requires additional major prep course/s.

  • Know Your Desired Major

    Each college at UCR has its own minimum GPA and course requirements for admission. Knowing your major will help admission counselors develop an admissions plan to maximize your chances of being admitted to UCR.

    Explore UCR's 80+ majors, and visit ASSIST to identify if your desired major requires additional major prep course/s.

  • 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 and allows UC staff to share important information.
     

  • Get to Know UCR

    Visit UCR. There's no better way to get a feel for life at UCR than to take a campus tour with a UCR student as your guide. Can’t make it in person? Take a virtual tour  of our beautiful park-like campus from the comfort of wherever you are.

  • Awarding Credit for Prior Learning
    • Admitted students submit their military transcript to the Admissions Office at each UC campus for review.
    • 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 serves are 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 met 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

The admissions process should begin the year prior to your desired start date. For example, if you want to start in fall, begin the admission process the previous year’s August and submit your application Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 


Fall Admission

(First Year/Transfer)

August 1

Begin the UC application

Sept. 1–30

Submit your TAG application 

Oct. 1–Nov. 30

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

  • 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.
  • 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. 
  • 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.

UCR Student Veteran: Travis Garrett

“After researching and looking into other schools, including other UCs, I chose UCR because of the location, the degrees and programs offered, and particularly the reputation of their history department.”

Travis Garrett
USMC Veteran
History/Education

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