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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
18,236
Total Undergrads
Including 432 Part-time
4,469
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 11 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
51% Women
49% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-AAA

Big West Conference

  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

6
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $103,026)
7
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $94,940)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 57 80 - -
Baseball 34 - - -
Basketball 16 16 - Yes
Golf 9 9 - -
Soccer 30 36 Yes Yes
Softball - 21 - Yes
Tennis 9 9 - -
Volleyball - 18 Yes Yes
Flag Football - - - Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - - Yes
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Water Sports - - Yes -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 36.4%
Black/non-Hispanic 7.2%
Hispanic 26.1%
Non-resident alien 5.0%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 5.8%
Two or more races 0.0%
White/non-Hispanic 19.1%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Daycare on campus for children of students
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Pep Band
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
  • Musical Theater
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Radio Station
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC
Other
  • International Student Organization
  • Student Government
  • Campus Ministries

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 1
Drug Law Violation 22
Liquor Law Violation 2
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 5
Property Crime 46

Notable Alumni

  • Billy Collins, poet laureate for the United States from 2001 to 2003
  • Elizabeth George, New York Times and international bestselling author
  • Jack Clarke Jr., named one of the "Top 100 Most Influential Attorneys in California"
  • Jamie Chung, American actress, "Real World" cast member
  • Leslie Hickle, founder of Diversa's animal health business
  • Nakul Dev Mahajan, considered "Hollywood's favorite Bollywood choreographer"
  • Richard R. Schrock, Nobel Prize winner in chemistry
  • Robert Del Grande, one of the most celebrated chefs of America
  • Tim D. White, on the 2010 list of Time Magazine's "100 Most Influential People"
  • Steve Breen, editorial cartoonist and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Denise from Riverside, CA
  • 5
  • “the dorm life in my university has been an outstanding experience that will be a memorable one. dorm rules are lenient but strict, which is a good signal of school…”

  • Jan-29-2012 » Read More
  • Devon from San Marcos, CA
  • 4
  • “freshman dorms rate one star. they are like living in a closet, with a roommate! hopefully, as a sophmore, you can get into an apartment- type dorm, which i rate…”

  • Feb-15-2012 » Read More
  • May Alex
  • 4
  • “dorms are great. living in the dorms gives one the opportunity to meet new people and, like myself, become more social with others. …”

  • Feb-18-2012 » Read More
  • Tyron from Riverside, CA
  • 5
  • “dorm life honestly depends on how you make it. students have had terrible dorm experiences while others had awesome ones. what's the dish on a legit dorm life? make friends!…”

  • Feb-23-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 3
  • Riverside Native
  • May-21-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    The food was good featuring a wide variety of choices. I was a big fan of The Barn. The HUB offers a variety of food choices.

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  • 3
  • Monica from Pomona, CA
  • May-12-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    The food is great just remember about the freshman 15 though, you do not want to continue that stereotype.

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  • 4
  • Hayllens from Coachella, CA
  • May-02-2013 I am a current student here

    I am never getting tired of the food that they give at the Residential Restaurants or the restaurants around the campus because there is such a variety. For dining, there are many types of food that they provide. The thing that I like about it is that IT IS LIKE A BUFFET! Once you go inside and you get your plate, you can always go back and get as much food as youâ??d like! For dinner, one day there might be Chinese food and the next, there might be serving Italian food. That is another thing I like about it. There is always large variety of food. If there is something that you did not like that particular day, or have something to say. Maybe you want more Thai food, simply text them about it! As for the restaurants that are around campus, they have a huge variety too. Subway just opened and it is very efficient for the days that you want to go and have a quick sandwich before you go to class. Panda Express is there in case one day you feel like eating Chinese food. There is one place where you can eat sushi if youâ??d like at Honor Roll. The best part, they make the sushi in front of your eyes! The same goes for pasta. If you feel like eating Italian food, pasta and pizza is the way to go at La Fiamma. Custom made pasta just the way you want it. They provide many vegetables and meats for you to choose from. That is just a few of the many restaurants and fast food place that UCR provides. If you want to find out the many kinds of food places, go to attend a tour!

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  • 3
  • Jade from San Bernardino, CA
  • Apr-12-2013 I am a current student here

    Some days are better than others. Sometimes they have themes such a Cajun night or Thanksgiving Dinner and those nights the food is amazing. I personally liked the Dining Halls and as a student who no longer lives on campus I miss them.

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  • 4
  • Izaro from Arcadia, CA
  • Apr-11-2013 I am a current student here

    sometimes the dining options get boring or they have a bad meal every once in awhile, but its still good. i wouldn't recommend the unlimited plan because its a rip off.

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  • 3
  • Rikki from Chino, CA
  • Apr-01-2013 I am a current student here

    The food is great the first month or so. After awhile, the cafeteria food gets repetitive, however there are places to eat like Scottie's grill. It will save you time in between classes if you don't want to go to the cafeteria by yourself.

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Riverside Native
  • May-21-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    Fraternities and Sororities have a place on this campus. The surrounding community does not feature a sorority and fraternity row like other big campuses. Member emphasize the scholastic merits and business connections that come with fraternity membership rather than the party element perpetuated by Hollywood. If you are looking for community service opportunities, join a fraternity or sorority. If you just want to party, look elsewhere.

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  • 0
  • Katie from Murrieta, CA
  • Feb-05-2013 I am a current student here

    I just joined Greek life, and so far I love it. Everyone is very welcoming, and you definitely get that sisterhood feeling/

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  • 0
  • Carlos from Temecula, CA
  • Nov-22-2012 I am a current student here

    Fraternity and Sorority life is an enjoyable alternate to residing on campus at UCR. From forty individualistic houses to choose from, Greek life is a largely considered option in college housing.

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  • 0
  • Ashley from Riverside, CA
  • Sep-21-2012 I am a current student here

    Though I am not in greek life myself, all of my friends who are find it to be a great experience. UCR has sororities and fraternities based off of a lot of different interests; be it business, LGBT, or casual fun.

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  • 0
  • Tony from Milpitas, CA
  • Sep-15-2012 I am a current student here

    I haven't explored much of the Greek Life, but according to my friend, it's quite an experience. It is something you really need to try out during the Rush. This is one of those things where it is you, or it is not so make sure it's what you really want.

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