University of California-Riverside admissions
Riverside, CA
University of California-Riverside acceptance rate
76.4%
44,343 of 58,048 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Less selective. With a rate like this, University of California-Riverside is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.
Key numbers
- Yield: 12% of admitted students enrolled (5,422 of 44,343).
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Common questions about University of California-Riverside
What is the acceptance rate at University of California-Riverside?
University of California-Riverside admitted 76.4% of applicants (44,343 of 58,048) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at University of California-Riverside?
5,422 of the 44,343 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 12%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
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