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University of California - Riverside - Academics - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

Academics

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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 18:1
Full-Time Student Population 18,206
Part-Time Student Population 490
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 745
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 148
Total FT Faculty 900
Faculty with Terminal Degree 99%
Average Faculty Salary $94,215
Full-Time Retention Rate 87%
Part-Time Retention Rate 67%
Graduation Rate 64%
Programs/Majors Offered 81
Average Course Load 12–16 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 38%
  • 20 to 49 students: 39%
  • 50 or more students: 23%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Opinions about UCR academics are all over the spectrum, specifically in regards to the instructors. Most students believe the actual classes are up to par with UC standards, as UCR even offers courses not available at any other university. Talking to peers is the best way to find out “inside” information about the best and worst professors and courses. Large classes are becoming increasingly more common due to budget cuts, so the smaller discussion sections are a godsend for struggling students.

While many students find the majority of professors to be immensely knowledgeable, some find interaction with them to be difficult, since they're often very busy. TAs generally are more approachable and accessible, as they are in charge of the mandatory discussion sections of large classes, which allow for more one-on-one possibilities. The professors and TAs both have required office hours, and it can only benefit the student who takes the time to utilize the opportunity to clarify lectures and assignments or simply for a chat. Due to class variety and quantity being trimmed because of budget concerns, keeping a full schedule of required courses can be reduced to sheer luck. It's highly recommended to stay proactive and consistently exchange information with fellow students about the classes available.

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Academics at University of California - Riverside

emek00

'13

Business Administration and Management

4.2
A-

More Rigorous Then in Past

I can only speak for the business school, but all the professors are reporting that they have had the best test scores ever. This has made the course curve higher than normal. Many of my peers are committed to their studies and take the university seriously. Overall I am satisfied with the education I am receiving.

Jan 26, 2012

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Academics at University of California - Riverside

MegaKevo

'14

Dance

4.2
A-

Fouette's

Although I have only been apart of my university's dance program for a short quater, I can already tell that it is going to be a amazing journey for me. Opportunity is everywhere as long as you are committed and willing to give all that you can and more to get whatever is needed done. I can't say much about it yet because I just started, but I can say that I am extremely pleased to be on my way to pursuing my dance career.

Jan 21, 2012

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Nohemi

'15

Psychology

5.0
A+

Professors

I loved all of my professors because they were honest and direct. I enjoyed the lectures and discussions as well as the environment in each class.

Jan 08, 2012

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: No
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • Bourns College of Engineering
  • College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
  • College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Biology and Biological Sciences: 4%
  • Business Administration and Management: 7%
  • Psychology: 4%
  • Sociology: 2%
Graduation Requirements
  • Mathematics
  • Science (biological or physical)
Special Study Options
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Other Academic Offerings
  • Accelerated program
  • Cooperative education program
  • Double major
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Student-designed major
  • Washington semester
Best Places to Study
  • Computer labs
  • Designated residence hall study rooms
  • The HUB (especially the second and third floors)
  • Libraries (Science and Rivera)
  • Starbucks

Online Courses

Online courses are only available through the UCR Extension program. Subjects covered include education training, technical skills, editing/writing, transportation, and medicine. There are four delivery methods for classes offered online: instructor-led (students complete work and interact with classmates and the instructor via discussion boards, with some live chat sessions), live webcasts and archives (lectures are virtual classrooms with live video and audio), self-paced courses (all materials available online and started and completed at learner's discretion), and blended/hybrid learning (combines face-to-face instruction with online discussion).

Did You Know?
  • UCR is the only UC campus offering creative writing as an undergraduate major, thus making the campus a magnet for the best young writers in California.
  • Business (including pre-business, business prep, and business administration) is the most popular major at UCR.
  • UCR's doctoral program in dance theory was the first of its kind in the nation. It attracts dancers from all over the world who document and perpetuate the art form.

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Hometown: Riverside

Major: English

Grad Year: 2013

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