The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), is the largest and arguably the most iconic of the 10 UC system campuses. It’s renowned for its top-ranked programs, distinguished professors and faculty, including Nobel Prize winners, Guggenheim Fellows, members of the National Academy of Sciences, and other prestigious academic organizations. On campus, you’ll enjoy the same full access to 800+ clubs and campus facilities as full-time students. Off-campus, you’ll find theaters, shops and restaurants in nearby Westwood Village, one of the safest and most attractive neighborhoods in Los Angeles. For more entertainment, hop on a bus for a short ride to Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and, of course, the beach!
Study Abroad at University of California, Riverside
Region:
United States
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Subregion:
West
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City:
Riverside
Academic strength:
Anthropology, Sociology & Gender,
Biological & Physical Sciences,
Business, Economics & Finance,
Computer Science & Math,
Education & Child Development,
Psychology & Neuroscience
Rankings:
Times Top 100
Academic
Globally Recognized
Riverside, West
UC Riverside Academic Program
About the University
University of California, Riverside
Aside from being extraordinary in its diversity and transformative qualities, University of California, Riverside (UCR) has a stunning campus. Since its early days as an agricultural experiment station, it has grown into a leader of biological and agricultural research, influencing policies to improve the planet. Its 40 acres of botanical gardens in the foothills of the Box Spring Mountains are a living classroom in which to research and better understand the natural world.
In the beautiful SoCal sunshine, UCR’s strives to “continually create something better,” which includes alternative fuel exploration as well as genetic experts fighting mosquito-carried disease.
Learn more at University of California, Riverside's official website.
SAF's Student Promise
“I am very grateful for the opportunity to study abroad, not only for my English skills, but also for the confidence and ability to adapt to a new environment, as well as for the experience I gained that will help me to achieve my future goals. I believe that I will be able to make great use of this experience in my future job search.”Takumi Yaguchi, Past SAF Student
Tour the Campus
Welcome to UCR!
Join a real-life group of UCR students on an adventure across the campus. Understand the campus' rich history and diverse academic offerings, student organizations, facilities, and what life is really like on campus.
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