BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT UC Riverside
2020-2021
UCEAP Reciprocity and Visa & Immigration Information
International Students and Scholars, International Affairs
Skye Hall (formerly Campus Surge), Suite 321 (3rd floor)
Contact your advisor: Kelly Hinosawa
International Student Resources
New Student Resources
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Reminders
- Housing is not guaranteed.
- Rental agreements last through the end of the academic year (June). If you leave your housing before the end of the agreement, you may be subject to a cancellation fee. Check all terms and conditions.
- If you apply for more than one housing option, accept only one. You will be financially responsible for all agreements you accept.
University Housing (UC Housing)
Undergraduate/Graduate Students
On-Campus Apartments/Residence Halls
Explore Campus Housing
Apply for Campus Housing
Application Deadline: Apply as soon as you obtain your Net I.D.
Residence Living (UC Affiliated Housing)
International Village
Explore the Village
Apply to the Village
Application Deadline: Apply as soon as you obtain your Net I.D.
Community Housing (Non-UC Housing)
Housing Services Office (Community Living Listings Services)
Explore Community Listings Find the place that is the right match for you!
Off-Campus Housing Resources
California Housing Board
Dates
We strongly urge you to purchase airline tickets AFTER you have obtained your visa and confirmed travel conditions to the US from your home country. When you do purchase a ticket, purchase a refundable/changeable ticket.
When should I arrive?
No later than
- Fall: Week of September 21, 2020 (not applicable)
- Winter: Not applicable (not applicable)
No earlier than
- Fall: August 22, 2020 (not applicable)
- Winter: December 5, 2020 (not applicable)
You may arrive no more than 30 days prior to the start date printed on your visa certificate of eligibility (DS-2019). Students who do not have pre-arranged housing are advised to arrive as early as possible.
Start Date on Certificate of Eligibility (DS-2019)
- Fall: September 21, 2020
- Winter: January 4, 2021
International Students and Scholars, International Affairs Events
Orientation
Fall: Week of September 21, 2020
Winter: To be announced
Fee: $40 (Does not apply for fall)
Check-In
Fall: Week of September 21, 2020
Winter: To be announced
Instructions: See the list of items you must take to check-in for review.
Move-In Dates
Campus Housing: Not applicable
International Village: By arrangement
Temporary Accommodation Information
Ground Transport to Campus
- International Student Resource Center: How to get to UCR
Enrollment Resources
- Department links
- Class schedule
- Course catalog
- Enrollment instructions
- R'Web
- Enrollment calendar
- Prerequisite clearance request form
- R'Courses - Need to add just 1 or 2 units? The R'Courses program offers student-initiated courses in cooperation with faculty to broaden the education and university experience of all UCR students. Courses often address current popular subjects of interest to international students.
About ID numbers at UC Riverside
Students must have an ID to enroll in classes. Learn more about UCR ID numbers.
Registering for Classes
Undergraduate Students
Enrolling in Classes
- Enrollment Period: Check R'Web for your course enrollment appointment time.
- Fall: Contact your advisor for enrollment assistance.
- Winter: Contact your advisor for enrollment assistance.
Enrollment Resources
- CHASS (College of Humanities and Social Sciences) Advisors by Department
- Use the advisor contact search tool to find your academic advisor.
- Business Administration
- Academic Advisor: Lata Patel
- Students must meet with the academic advisor prior to registration for classes.
- Business courses are open to business majors only.
- College of Engineering
- Academic Advisor: Tara Brown
- College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
- Academic Advisor: Denise Correll
Note:Contact the academic advisor in your host department or college as noted above. There is no need to wait until your R'Web enrollment period. Advisors will assist you with early enroll, whenever possible.
Graduate Students
Graduate students usually register after consultation with the departmental graduate advisor. Check with your host department for registration advising.
Student Account
Check your account regularly to pay your fees and avoid late fees.
- Log-in to access your dashboard: R'Web
- Payment Options
Fees
- Student Technology Course Materials Fee (CMF): $4 per unit for undergraduates and $2 per unit for graduates will be billed to your student account. The fee is non-refundable after the third week of instruction.
- International Student Orientation Fee: $20 (subject to change) will be billed to your student account; orientation includes refreshments.
- R'Card (ID card): $30 will be billed to your student account.
- Health Insurance Fees: Fees will be billed to your account each quarter. See Health Insurance information.
2020-2021 costs and information are listed below.
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
You will automatically be enrolled in your host university health insurance plan. No action is required.
- Undergraduates: $607.49 each quarter
- Graduates: $1,280.56 each quarter
Payment Deadlines
- Fall: September 15, 2020
- Winter: December 15, 2020
- Spring: March 15, 2021
Effective Dates
- Fall: September 28, 2020 - January 3, 2021
- Winter: January 3, 2021 - March 24, 2021
- Spring/Summer*: March 25, 2021 - September 19, 2021
*Insurance under USHIP for eligible students enrolled for the Spring quarter will extend through the end of Summer.
Immunizations and TB Screening
Health Requirements and Recommendations at UC
Waiving Ship
To waive SHIP, you must apply for waiver by submitting documentation of comparable health insurance. Waiver must be approved by your host UC.
Waiver Deadlines:
- Fall: September 12, 2020
- Winter: December 12, 2020
- Spring: March 13, 2021
Note: $50 fee for waiver after the deadline through start of instruction.
