BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT UC Riverside
2022-23
UCEAP Reciprocity and Visa & Immigration Information
International Students and Scholars, International Affairs
Skye Hall Suite 321 (3rd floor)
Contact your advisor: Kelly Hinosawa
International Student Resources
New Student Resources
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Reminders
- Housing is not guaranteed.
- A campus housing rental agreement lasts 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. Rental agreements in the community may last through August 31, and may not allow for cancellation. Check all terms and conditions before making a commitment.
- 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.
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
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: September 12, 2022 - September 22, 2022
- Winter: To be announced
No earlier than
- Fall: August 20, 2022
- Winter: December 5, 2022
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 19, 2022
- Winter: January 4, 2023
International Students and Scholars, International Affairs Events
Orientation-Register here
Fall: September 12, 2022 - September 22, 2022
Winter: To be announced
Fee: $40 (Subject to change)
Check-In
Fall: September
Winter: January
Instructions: See the list of items required at check-in.
Move-In Dates
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
Contact the academic advisor in your host department or college/school. There is no need to wait until your R'Web enrollment period. Academic advisors will assist you with early enrollment, whenever possible.
Fall
- Initial pass: June 2, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. through June 24, 2022 at midnight
- Second pass: Begins September 2, 2022
Winter - To be announced
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
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: $40 (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.
2021-2022 costs and information are listed below. Costs and information for 2022-23 are not yet available.
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
You will automatically be enrolled in your host university health insurance plan. No action is required.
- Undergraduates: $589.26 each quarter
- Graduates: $1,321.27 each quarter
Payment Deadlines
- Fall: September 15, 2021
- Winter: December 15, 2021
- Spring: March 15, 2022
Effective Dates
- Fall: September 28, 2021 - January 3, 2022
- Winter: January 3, 2022 - March 23, 2022
- Spring/Summer*: March 24, 2022 - September 19, 2022
*Insurance under USHIP for eligible students enrolled for the Spring quarter will extend through the end of Summer.
Immunizations and TB Screening
COVID-19 (Resources and video)
Deadline: Fall -August 16, 2021; Winter -October 29, 2021
After these dates, holds will be applied to your account if you have not met the requirement.
Health Requirements and Recommendations at UC
Deadline: Fall -August 16, 2021; Winter January 16, 2021
After these dates, holds will be applied to your account if you have not met the requirement.
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, 2021
- Winter: December 12, 2021
- Spring: March 12, 2022
Note: $50 fee for waiver after the deadline through start of instruction.
