Everything you need to know about transferring to UC Riverside - from requirements and deadlines to competitive majors and insider strategies.
66%
Transfer Accept Rate
3.2
Median Admit GPA
95%
From CA Community Colleges
Nov 30
Application Deadline
At a Glance
Location
Riverside, California
Quarter System
Fall Only
No spring or winter transfer admits
Minimum Units
60 semester / 90 quarter
Junior-level standing required
Minimum GPA
2.4 (CA residents)
Competitive admits average 3.0–3.5
What You Need
UCR evaluates transfer applicants holistically. Here's what you need to be competitive.
UCR transfer eligibility:
Complete your major prerequisites:
Standard UC application:
UCR offers TAG for many majors:
Strategic Advantage
TAG is one of the most powerful tools available to CCC transfer students applying to UCR.
The Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) is a program that guarantees admission to six UC campuses - including UCR - for eligible California Community College students who meet specific requirements.
TAG is filed separately from the UC application, during September 1–30. If you meet the GPA and course requirements for your chosen major, you are guaranteed admission. This is as close to a sure thing as exists in college admissions.
CCC enrollment - must be attending a California Community College
GPA threshold - varies by major, typically 3.0–3.5 range
30+ UC-transferable units completed by end of summer before TAG filing
Complete major prerequisites by spring before transfer
File by September 30 - the TAG portal closes and does not reopen
Know the Landscape
Acceptance rates vary by major. Understanding the competitive landscape is key to a smart application strategy.
Bourns College of Engineering
Most competitive program at UCR. Growing rapidly.
Low
Accept Rate
3.4+
Competitive GPA
School of Business
Popular and competitive business program.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.2+
Competitive GPA
College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences
Strong pre-health pathway at UCR.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.0+
Competitive GPA
College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
Popular major with accessible admissions.
Higher
Accept Rate
2.8+
Competitive GPA
Bourns College of Engineering
Competitive engineering option.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.2+
Competitive GPA
School of Public Policy
Distinctive program at UCR.
Higher
Accept Rate
3.0+
Competitive GPA
Key Dates
Missing a deadline can cost you an entire year. Here are the dates that matter.
September 1–30
File TAG application.
October 1 – November 30
Submit UC application.
January 31
Report fall grades and spring plans.
April–May
UCR releases transfer decisions.
Pacific + UCR
Our team provides expert guidance tailored specifically to UC Riverside transfer admissions.
UCR's TAG covers many majors and has accessible GPA thresholds. We ensure you qualify.
ASSIST-based course mapping for all major pathways.
Essay coaching that highlights your growth and ambitions.
Specialized support for Bourns College of Engineering applicants.
Strategic guidance on major selection and positioning.
Complete review before submission.