CAMPUS · RIVERSIDE, CA · PUBLIC

UC Riverside

University of California-Riverside

63.3%

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FIT

SAFETY

UC Riverside is a safety for most applicants.

Score reflects acceptance odds × cost × outcome quality.

ACCEPTANCE

63.3%

of 62,807 applicants

SALARY · 10-YR

$67,699

across all majors

UC Riverside at a Glance

28,886

Total Enrollment

$17,500

Median Debt

47.0%

Pell Grant Rate

UC Riverside Rankings

Ranking	2025	Year
US News National Universities	#76	2025
ARWU (Shanghai)	#151	2024

UC Riverside Overview

University of California-Riverside is a public university in Riverside, CA with 28,886 students. With a 63.3% acceptance rate, most students who meet the requirements are admitted. The most popular majors are Biological Sciences, Social Sciences, and Business/Marketing.

Full Name	University of California-Riverside
Location	Riverside, CA 92521
Type	Public
Website	ucr.edu/
Total Enrollment	28,886
Undergrad Enrollment	24,777
Female Students	51.8%

Is UC Riverside a Reach, Match, or Safety?

UC Riverside accepts 63.3% of applicants, making it accessible for most qualified students. If you meet the basic academic requirements, this is likely a Safety school for you.

Your Profile	UC Riverside Is...	What to Do
Meet academic requirements	Safety	Strong odds — apply with confidence
Slightly below average	Match	Apply — still realistic

Popular Majors at UC Riverside

The most popular fields of study, ranked by the number of degrees awarded.

Biological Sciences

19.0%

Social Sciences

18.0%

Business/Marketing

14.0%

Psychology

10.0%

Engineering

6.8%

Best Majors at UC Riverside →

Student Demographics

White

10.9%

Black/African American

3.3%

Hispanic/Latino

39.1%

Asian

35.7%

International

4.1%

How to Get Into UC Riverside

UC Riverside is a Safety school for most students who meet the basic requirements. Don't let the higher acceptance rate fool you — UC Riverside still offers strong programs and outcomes.

63.3%

Acceptance Rate

62,807

Total Applicants

What UC Riverside Values Most in Applicants

Admission factor importance from the Common Data Set — what the school officially says matters.

Factor	Importance
Academic Gpa	Very Important
Rigor Of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation	Not Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent Ability	Important
Character Personal Qualities	Important
First Generation	Considered
Alumni Relation	Not Considered
Interview	Not Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Volunteer Work	Important

UC Riverside Application Deadlines & Requirements

Key dates for the UC Riverside UC admission cycle. Mark these on your calendar — missing a deadline means waiting another year.

Deadline	Date
Regular Decision	Nov 30
Financial Aid (FAFSA/CSS)	Mar 2

UC System: All University of California campuses share the same application deadline. Submit one UC Application for all UC schools.

Frequently Asked Questions About UC Riverside

What is UC Riverside's acceptance rate?

UC Riverside has an acceptance rate of 63.3%, making it accessible to most qualified applicants. This rate reflects freshman applicants for the most recent admissions cycle.

What are the most popular majors at UC Riverside?

The most popular majors at UC Riverside by degrees awarded are: Biological Sciences (19.0%), Social Sciences (18.0%), Business/Marketing (14.0%), Psychology (10.0%), Engineering (6.8%). These percentages reflect undergraduate degrees conferred in the most recent reporting year.