An invitation to academic exploration

We invite you to think of this catalog as your guide to a year of adventure and exploration at the University of California, Riverside, one of the world's most prestigious universities.

In these pages you will find information that will help you plot the course of your academic journey at UCR, where you will meet and work with outstanding faculty, dedicated staff and engaging students.

Many of the scientific and artistic accomplishments that are changing the world today are built on the research and creative endeavors of University of California faculty and students, past and present.

UCR faculty are conducting research that holds promise for halting the spread of deadly diseases, protecting California’s citrus industry and finding signs of life on other planets. The achievements of these faculty members and the recognition we have received in many international rankings demonstrates the quality of the degree you will earn at UCR.

Our history of providing a quality education to one of the most diverse student populations in the U.S. helps ensure that you will succeed during the time you spend with us. Your education is important to you. It is to us, too. Even as our campus has grown in recent years, our faculty remain highly accessible and our community close-knit.

UCR faculty involve you in their work, allowing you to contribute to advances in research, creative expression and public service. UCR offers opportunities to help you reach your own academic aspirations, whether those involve undergraduate research, specialized study or mentorships. Our standards are high, as are our expectations.

With your help, UCR will also continue to build its relationships with the off-campus community, in Riverside, Southern California and beyond. UCR students have long been recognized for their contributions to community service. You can be part of that, too.

We hope that during your time here, you will grow intellectually, socially and personally, becoming well-rounded citizens of the world.

So, please join us on this journey of adventure and exploration. We look forward to seeing the contributions each of you will make to UCR, and to the greater good.

Kim A. Wilcox Chancellor