University of California, Riverside Foundation

The University of California, Riverside (UCR) is a distinguished institution within the University of California system, recognized for its high academic standards across various disciplines. Located in Riverside, California, UCR offers a personalized educational experience with a diverse range of over 170 degree programs, including unique offerings such as the MFA in Creative Writing and Writing for Performance. The university promotes a vibrant campus life, featuring extracurricular activities like a student-run radio station and numerous performing arts opportunities. UCR emphasizes small class sizes, allowing for extensive one-on-one interaction between students and accessible faculty. As a state university, it provides California residents with reduced tuition rates, while also offering financial aid options such as fellowships, assistantships, and scholarships. Additionally, the UCR Foundation manages an endowment fund established in 1977, which supports scholarships, professorships, and various academic programs, thereby enhancing the educational experience at UCR.