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University of California-Riverside

Riverside, California · Official Website ↗

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#447
National
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#70
CA Rank
56Overall Score
63%
Accept Rate
77%
Grad Rate (6yr)
22.6K
Students
$11,834
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
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Score Breakdown
56
56/100
Composite Score
#447 nationally · #70 in CA
Student Outcomes
30%77/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%25/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%83/100

Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.

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About University of California-Riverside

University of California-Riverside is a public four-year university located in Riverside, California. It is ranked #447 nationally and #70 in California by our composite scoring methodology. University of California-Riverside is a less selective institution, admitting 63% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 22,646 students with a six-year graduation rate of 77%, with costs above the national average.

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Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
63%
In-State Tuition
$11,834
Out-of-State Tuition
$42,611
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
77%
Total Enrollment
22,646
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Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Strong graduation outcomes
✓Large campus — wide range of programs and campus life
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
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Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
3.Students who thrive in large, diverse campus environments
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Frequently Asked Questions

University of California-Riverside has an acceptance rate of 63%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.

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Rankings
National Rank#447
California Rank#70
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
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Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationRiverside, CA
Enrollment22,646 students
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Affordability
In-State Tuition
$11,834/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$42,611/yr

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About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.