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You can afford a UC education! The cost of attending UCR is extremely competitive compared with other University of California campuses and private schools. Living in Riverside is also considerably less expensive than living in nearby Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Diego. Read on to learn more about the programs available to help you pay for your UCR degree and how much that degree costs.
Tuition will be adjusted for each incoming undergraduate class but will subsequently remain flat until the student graduates, for up to six years. Learn more.
A UC degree is more affordable than you might think! Grants, scholarships, loans and, work-study is offered to qualified students by UCR’s Financial Aid office.
of UCR undergraduate students who applied for aid were awarded aid.
of undergraduate students who were awarded aid received need-based scholarships and/or grants.
of need was met with need-based aid.
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The simplified 2024–25 FAFSA is expected to be available for students to complete in December 2023 with a priority deadline of March 2. Late applications can be submitted after March 2, although California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) administered grant aid may not offered to late applicants.
Fill out the CADAA between Jan. 1 and the priority deadline of March 2. Late applications can be submitted after March 2, although CSAC administered grant aid may not offered to late applicants.
The UC Riverside Foundation offers scholarships, fellowships, internships, prizes, awards, and loans to qualifying UCR students. Use the online database to search for aid based on your college, major, financial need, career goals, and more. scholarships.ucr.edu
Eligible students can earn money for school through an approved on- or off-campus work-study job. Funds can only be used during the academic year, and you must meet financial need, academic, and other requirements to maintain your eligibility. careers.ucr.edu
The state of California offers a number of financial aid programs for residents, including those listed below. The programs offer qualifying students grants and scholarships that do not need to be repaid to cover tuition, fees and related expenses (like books, housing and transportation). To be eligible, complete your FAFSA or CADAA by the March 2 priority deadline each year (late applications can be submitted after March 2, although CSAC administered grant aid may not offered to late applicants). Make sure your Cal Grant GPA Verification Form was submitted to the California Student Aid Commission by your community college.
If your family has up to $217,000 in annual income and assets, and you meet other residency, income and academic requirements, you could have up to 40% of your UC systemwide tuition and fees covered by this scholarship. go.ucr.edu/mcs
If you meet GPA, family income, residency, academic, and other requirements, you can get grant money that will cover some of your educational costs and fees. csac.ca.gov/cal-grants
If your total annual family income is less than $80,000, and you meet other residency, income and academic requirements, you could have 100% of your UC systemwide tuition and fees covered by grants and scholarships through this plan. Students with greater financial need can qualify for additional aid to cover expenses like books, housing, and transportation. admissions.universityofcalifornia.edu
Check out more state of California financial aid programs on the California Student Aid Commission. csac.ca.gov/financial-aid-programs
New first years only: Add the $110 mandatory Highlander Orientation Fee to the total.
New transfers only: Add the $75 mandatory Highlander Orientation Fee to the total.
All new students: Add the $165 One-Time Document Fee to the total.
*Estimated USHIP = $1,768 (Undergraduate Fees including USHIP = $15,510; fees if USHIP is waived = $13,742.)
View estimated costs for out-of-state and international undergraduates.
Notes:
Tuition, fees and charges are estimates based on currently approved amounts. These figures may not be final. Actual tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by the Regents of the University of California and could be affected by State funding reductions. Accordingly, final approved levels (and a student’s final balance due) may differ from the amounts shown.
Some or all instruction for all or part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented. Added March 9, 2021.
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Cesar, Class of '25
Public Policy (Economic Policy and Policy Institutions and Processes)
As a top-ranking university, UCR sets high admission standards. Incoming students are selected based on a wide range of criteria, including academic performance and the potential for success as an undergraduate. Prepare for admission to UCR with the Transfer Admission Checklist.
Minimum Transfer GPA Requirement
Through the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program your California Community College coursework and grades can ensure your admission to UCR. Here's how:
In general, each major has prerequisite (major prep) coursework that you must take before transferring in order to get into your major. Take the recommended lower-division/general education/breadth classes for your major. Some programs recommend the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC), which is a series of courses that California Community College students can complete to satisfy first- and second-year general education requirements before transferring. Some programs want you to focus on prerequisites instead of IGETC. Use ASSIST.org to see what your major program recommends or contact a UCR admissions counselor for help. View the Assist Brochure for more information. Each major has a minimum GPA requirement. Some majors require a GPA higher than that required for basic admission. Programs are selective. Strive to surpass your program’s minimum GPA. Remember: All transferable coursework will be taken into account.
Breadth Requirements
Complete IGETC or the UCR breadth pattern for the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (CHASS). Prerequisites
Use ASSIST.org to see the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer). Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.4 minimum GPA and the 2.7 minimum GPA for neuroscience and psychology. Learn more about transferring to CHASS. Winter 2025 Majors
The Art Studio major is closed, but you can find many other exciting majors that are open for winter 2025. Choose your favorite and apply for winter admission by July 1-31.
Breadth Requirements
IGETC or the UCR breadth pattern for the School of Business is highly recommended. Prerequisites
Complete community college courses equivalent to seven lower division UCR business major requirements as listed on ASSIST.org Minimum GPA
Attain a minimum GPA of 2.7 in all UC-transferable coursework and a minimum 2.5 GPA in the seven lower division major prerequisites. These GPAs are a baseline for consideration and are not a guarantee of admission. Learn more about being a School of Business student.
Breadth Requirements
Complete IGETC or the UCR breadth pattern for the School of Education (SOE). Prerequisites
Use ASSIST.org to see the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer). Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.4 minimum GPA. Learn more about transferring to SOE.
Breadth Requirements
Complete IGETC or the UCR breadth pattern for the School of Public Policy (SPP). Prerequisites
Use ASSIST.org to see the prerequisites you must take for your intended major (and to make sure your classes will transfer). Minimum GPA
Strive to surpass the 2.4 minimum GPA. Learn more about being an SPP student.
