Welcome to the College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences (a.k.a. CNAS)!
We're thrilled to welcome you to our academic community and we can't wait to see you on campus soon!
We invite you to use this page in the months ahead to get to know CNAS better. From on-campus and virtual events to opportunities to interact with current students, faculty and staff, you'll find that there's a lot to love about CNAS!
A Special Message from Dean Kathryn Uhrich
Dean Uhrich is an award-winning researcher and a distinguished polymer chemist
As dean, she oversees a research and teaching community of nearly 1,000 faculty, staff and researchers, as well as more than 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 13 departments.
Introducing The Undergraduate Academic Advising Center (UAAC)
All CNAS students are assigned an academic advisor who provides them with the guidance they need to navigate their degree path as well as the university as a whole.
UAAC empowers students to develop and achieve their academic goals through an individualized, student-centered approach to advising, student success programming, engagement opportunities, and campus resource connections.
UAAC Will Help You:
- Explore opportunities in your major
- Learn how to plan your courses to stay on track
- Learn how to navigate UCR policies and procedures
- Get connected to research and internship opportunities
- And much, much more!
Learn more about CNAS from our current students!
Join us on Zoom for a chat about all things CNAS. During our live, 60-minute online chats, current CNAS students will be on-hand to answer your questions about academics, university life, and making the most out of your UC Riverside experience!
Several chat dates will be offered, so pick the one that works best for you. You will need the Zoom app on your device to participate.
Register Below
You will receive the Zoom link 15 minutes prior to the chat start time.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM PACIFIC TIME
TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM PACIFIC TIME
THURSDAY, MAY 18, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM PACIFIC TIME
We look forward to chatting with you soon!
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
Join us on campus (or online) at our upcoming events for admitted students!
Ask CNAS Admitted Student Live Zoom Chat (online)
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Register for March 29 ››
Highlander Day (for first-year students)
Saturday, April 15, 2023
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us on campus for a special, open house-style event designed to welcome newly admitted first-year students to the UC Riverside community! Check out panels, info tables and special sessions featuring CNAS students, faculty, and alumni!
Register for April 15 ››
Ask CNAS Admitted Student Live Zoom Chat (online)
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Register for April 25 ››
Early Student Career & Planning Expo (ESCAPE)
Saturday, April 29, 2023
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Newly admitted students are invited to join us for ESCAPE, a career workshop for CNAS undergraduate students to explore careers in the sciences and engage with UC Riverside alumni about careers in biotech, government, academic, health professions, and beyond!
Register for April 29 ››
Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) deadline (for first-year students)
Monday, May 1, 2023
Submit your SIR (First-Year Students) ››
Highlander Day (for transfer students)
Saturday, May 6, 2023
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us on campus for a special, open house-style event designed to welcome newly admitted transfer students to the UC Riverside community! Check out panels, info tables and special sessions featuring CNAS students, faculty, and alumni!
Register for Highlander Day (Transfer Students) ››
Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) deadline (for transfer students)
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Submit your SIR (Transfer Students) ››
UC RIVERSIDE SUMMER SESSIONS
Want to get an early start at UC Riverside?
Summer Sessions is unlike any other quarter, conveniently offered in a variety of term lengths and times. Featuring small classes from world-class faculty, Summer Sessions students also get access to special events and use of the Student Recreation Center during the summer! Financial aid is also available to qualifying students who meet all the deadlines to apply for aid.
WATCH THE SUMMER SESSIONS VIDEO
RESEARCH IN SCIENCE & ENGINEERING (RISE)
Attention incoming transfer students...this program is for you!
RISE is a 10-week summer research program designed for rising sophomores, juniors, incoming transfers, and seniors. Participants work under the supervision of a faculty mentor on a cutting-edge research project. The program features faculty mentoring, professional development opportunities, immersive experience in the UCR science community, and an undergraduate symposium.
This paid summer undergraduate research opportunity is hosted by CNAS and collaborates with different on-campus partners. The application is due April 10, 2023 by 5:00 PM.
EARLY STUDENT CAREER & PLANNING EXPO (ESCAPE)
Join us for a special CNAS program exploring careers in STEM fields!
Admitted students are invited to join the CNAS community at the Early Student Career & Planning Expo (ESCAPE). A career workshop for CNAS undergraduate students to explore careers in the sciences, ESCAPE is an opportunity for students to engage with UCR alumni about careers in biotech, government, academia, health professions, and beyond!
This year's program will feature keynote speakers, panels of industry professionals, and opportunities to network and learn more about different career paths!
FAQs
Got questions? We've got answers!
How do I SIR?
If you have been offered admission to UC Riverside, you can submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) on My.UCR.EDU. You will need to review and agree to the Provisions of Admission prior to submitting your SIR.
Can I submit a late SIR?
If you intend to enroll at UC Riverside for your applied term, you should make every effort to submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) by your SIR deadline. At this time, there is no guarantee that we will be able to accept SIRs after the stated deadline.
What is the SLR?
Every student admitted to UC Riverside must submit the Statement of Legal Residence (SLR) online.
I'm an international student. When and how will my I-20 be sent to me?
Look out for an email in your inbox to complete the UCR I-20 form. Your I-20 form will be emailed to you, so please ensure that your email address is accurate on the form. Once all required documents are complete, the process should take about 10 business days for the I-20 to ship out.
I have completed the FAFSA, when can I expect an offer of financial aid?
New student awards become available beginning in March. Once your award is ready, you will be notified via MyUCR through "Alerts" and "Spotlights." However, if your application is selected for verification of reported information, you will be notified on MyUCR of any additional documents or information needed to complete your financial aid application. If additional documents are required, they must be submitted to the UCR Financial Aid Office by May 1 in order to maintain on-time financial aid consideration.
How can I register to live on campus?
Campus housing is in high demand and does get full quickly. First-year students must submit their contract and first payment for Residence Halls housing by May 10 to receive guaranteed housing for fall. You will select your room and roommates (if applicable) during a process that occurs during summer quarter. Transfer students must submit their contract and first payment for our Residence Halls, or submit an application for our Campus Apartments or Family Housing, as soon as possible. While space is limited, any incoming transfer students who complete their contract and submit their first payment by May 10 will be given priority to access room selection for available spaces.
