Academic Colleges at UC Riverside

Based on the UCR college to which you were admitted, there are differences in the academic advising and services you will receive at Highlander Orientation for Transfers. 

The University's departments and majors are structured into three colleges and three schools. Your UCR admission letter will indicate your college.

• The Bourns College of Engineering (BCOE) 

• The College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (Chass) 

• The College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (CNAS) 

• School of Education (SOE)

• School of Business Administration (BUS)

• School of Public Policy (SPP)

Information for International Students

We encourage you International Students to attend Highlander Orientation for Transfers. Keep in mind that the International Student Orientation (organized by International Students and Scholars) is required. Information regarding International Student Orientation will be sent to the student’s email address in May / June. For more information, visit International Affairs.

UCR Student Computer Expectation and Email Policy

As a new UCR student, you are expected to use your new UCR R'Mail account to access important University dates, deadlines and documents. These messages will start in the summer. Check your account regularly to stay up to date. If you are not sure how to access your R'Mail, go to your MyUCR account login and refer to the “Reminders” section. Included are instructions to get you started.