Yes. University Honors only invites students who have been admitted to UCR and meet eligibility requirements. If you have questions about admission to UCR, please contact Undergraduate Admissions.

Yes! Applying to University Honors does not commit you to attend UCR. However, we hope your invitation encourages you to submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to our campus.

No. You will need to contact the Honors program at your chosen UC campus to inquire about their admission process.

First-year UCR students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5, or above, at the end of winter quarter will be invited to apply. If accepted, they will join University Honors as second-year students during fall quarter of the following academic year.

Yes. Current first-year and second-year UCR students with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher at the end of winter quarter will be invited to apply. However, current third-year and fourth-year students are not eligible. Admission will be contingent upon final GPA calculations at the conclusion of spring quarter.

Please review the application deadline specified in the e-mail inviting you to apply. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Invitations to apply are sent to students who meet the GPA requirement based on the GPA data calculated and provided by the University of California. If you have any questions please contact us at honors@ucr.edu.

University Honors offers priority course registration, smaller class sizes, faculty mentorship, opportunities for research and creative projects, and a vibrant honors community. Additionally, graduates receive special recognition at commencement and on their transcripts.

Admission to University Honors is selective, with invitations extended to high-achieving students who meet the eligibility criteria. Applications are viewed holistically to assess academic excellence, leadership, and engagement.

No, an interview is not required as part of the application process. However, students may be asked to provide additional information if needed.

The application typically includes short essay questions, extracurricular involvement, and a statement of interest in University Honors.

No, there are no additional tuition or program fees for participating in University Honors.

Yes, incoming first-year University Honors students may be eligible to live in an Honors Living-Learning Community on campus.