UNIVERSITY · CDS 2022-2023
University of California Riverside (UCR)
Riverside, CA 22,903 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
UC SystemCalifornia
Accept
69.0%
Yield
13.0%
Test
Blind
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%)
Not used
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
Not used
SAT Math (mid 50%)
Not used
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
Not used
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTENot separately reported in CDS
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan details not yet recorded. | |||
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$48,605
Total COA
$77,803
Avg need-based aid
$31,144
Avg merit award
$5,791
Net price after avg need aid
$46,659
UC Riverside meets 0.858% of demonstrated need on average.
Named merit programs
Regent Scholarship
$10,000 – $10,000 / yr (renewable)
Chancellor's Scholarship
$5,000 – $5,000 / yr (renewable)
Non-Resident Achievement Scholarship
$21,000 / yr (renewable)
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
UC Riverside's AP Policy
UCR grants credit for AP exams with scores of 3 or higher. The amount of credit and course placement depends on the subject and the student's score. Some AP exams grant elective credit, while others can fulfill specific breadth requirements or place students out of introductory courses.
Min score
3
Credit cap
0 credits
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
No APs selected. Click Add AP exam to start, or use the sample profile to see what a strong student might recover.
What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankNot Considered
- Academic GPAVery Important
- Standardized test scoresNot Considered
- Application EssayVery Important
- Recommendation(s)Not Considered
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
The University of California, Riverside will transform the lives of the people of California, the nation, and the world through the discovery, communication, translation, application, and preservation of knowledge – thereby enriching the state’s economic, social, cultural, and environmental future.
Distilled Themes
Transformative educationKnowledge lifecycle (discovery to preservation)Enriching California and the worldEconomic, social, and cultural impact
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01UCR is a top-tier research university that provides unparalleled opportunities for students to engage in groundbreaking research and discovery.
- 02The university is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a vibrant and supportive community for all students.
- 03UCR’s location in Inland Southern California offers unique access to a dynamic and growing region with a wide range of internship and career opportunities.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Demonstrate a strong academic record, particularly in challenging courses.
- 02Highlight your involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership roles.
- 03Articulate a clear vision for how you will contribute to the UCR community and beyond.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- A lack of demonstrated interest in UCR’s specific programs and opportunities
- An application that fails to convey a genuine sense of intellectual curiosity and passion for learning
- Underestimating the importance of the personal insight questions in the UC application
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
Bourns College of Engineering; School of Medicine; College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences; School of Public Policy; Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering - Center for Environmental Research and Technology (CE-CERT)
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Application filing period is from October 1 to December 1. Some campuses may release decisions prior to March.
Dec 1, 2025
→ Mar 31, 2026
Early Decision I
Not offered
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Early Decision II
Not offered
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Early Action
Not offered
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Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
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Rolling Admission
Not offered
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2024-2025)
Not trackedWeight: Not Considered
The University of California Riverside does not track demonstrated interest; official policy states all applicants are evaluated identically regardless of contact.
Save the energy
Do not spend effort on interest signals — focus on essays and academics instead.
Provenance