UC Riverside

In 2023, UC Riverside joined the Association of American Universities (AAU) – an organization comprised of the nation’s leading research universities. This honor comes after decades of continuous commitment to excellence in research and education. Our renowned centers and facilities are designed to accelerate bold ideas and empower a transformative future. At UCR, our students receive hands-on experience to confidently explore solutions and test the limits of innovation. Ranked among the top 1.3% of universities worldwide, according to the Center for World University Rankings, we can continue to be at the forefront of groundbreaking research that will make an impact on the community and beyond.