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Welcome to the University of California, Riverside, an outstanding university with superb faculty and extensive facilities for teaching and research. UCR is also a place where students can find mentors and make lifelong friends.

Perusing this catalog will illuminate the vast array of disciplines, curricula, and majors and minors available at UCR. We encourage all of our students to become involved in discovery and the creative pursuit of knowledge. Opportunities abound for students at all levels to work with faculty, to publish papers, and to present results at professional meetings.

Our commitment to undergraduate education is demonstrated across the curriculum. Senior faculty teach our introductory courses, and freshman are encouraged to take seminars where they analyze and discuss current topics.

We have a number of distinctive undergraduate degree programs, including Biomedical Sciences, Computer Engineering, Creative Writing, Music and Culture, Native American Studies, and Political Science/International Affairs. Many programs allow students to choose specialized options that best suit their needs.

UCR has a long tradition of strong scientific research at the undergraduate and graduate level. Our rapidly-growing engineering school is exploring new technical fields. We also offer M.F.A. programs for those interested in making a career in the arts and renowned research opportunities in the humanities and social sciences. The Graduate School of Education prepares students for careers as teachers and administrators, and the Graduate School of Management trains entrepreneurs and executives.

Students at UCR have many chances to become involved and make a difference. UCR students tutor community youngsters, providing them with positive role models. Our campus also has approximately 200 service clubs, student organizations, and recreational groups. Each offers our diverse student body the chance to learn new skills and have fun, while serving the campus and community.

If you want to know more, contact our faculty and staff. Our goal is to offer you the highest quality education in a supportive community where people care about you and your success. These pages will enable you to discover our presence at the forefront of teaching, research, public service, and collegiate life. We hope you will join us and take part in the vibrant life of our campus.