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Welcome Incoming Transfer Students

Transfer Check List

  • Highlander Orientation is mandatory for all of our incoming students. This year's program will consist of a one-day in-person or virtual program with a separate half day virtual advising session. Attendance at Orientation is required.
    Access the Registration Website.
    For questions about accessibility or to request accommodation, please contact Orientation at (951) 827-2789 or orientation@ucr.edu. Requests should be made at least two weeks prior to the event so the university has sufficient time to arrange reasonable accommodations.

    Highlander Foundations Course (Online) – Starting in June
    This self-paced online course must be completed prior to coming to campus for in-person Highlander Orientation and attending the Highlander Advising Support & Registration virtual advising sessions. Registration for Fall 2026 is pending completion of this module.

    To access this, please log into your R’Mail using your Net ID and password to accept the Canvas module invite or by logging in to http://elearn.ucr.edu

    Highlander Advising Support & Registration (Online)
    Meet with SOE Academic Advisors to enroll in your Fall 2026 courses.
    Important: Course registration occurs only during the Highlander Advising Support & Registration online session, not during Highlander Orientation.
    If you have any questions about Highlander Orientation, please visit the Highlander Orientation website.

  • Link to Transfer Bridge Program

    This program provides an excellent opportunity for incoming transfer students to begin their journey at UCR and get off to a great start by taking three classes before the fall quarter even begins. Plus, financial aid is available and we offer free parking. If you have any questions, email transferbridge@ucr.edu

  • Every transfer student begins their journey at UCR with a unique academic background. To ensure you have a seamless transition, our School of Education (SOE) Academic Advisors will thoroughly review your records before your Highlander Advising Support & Registration online session. 
     
    Transfer Document Checklist:
    Please review the following requirements and upload the necessary documents to your eLearn SOE Orientation Portal.
    •    Transcripts (All Students): Upload unofficial copies of transcripts from all colleges or universities you have attended.
    •    Out-of-State & 4-Year Institutional Coursework: If you attended an out-of-state or a four-year institution, you must also upload course descriptions and syllabi for all completed courses.
    •    CAL-GETC or IGETC Certification: Submit your California General Education Transfer Curriculum OR Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) certification.
     
    Note: You are still required to send official transcripts directly to the UCR Office of Admissions. 

  • If you have additional questions, you can email the SOE Undergraduate Programs at edundergrad@ucr.edu by following these instructions: 

    1. Send the email from your UCR email account
    2. Use the subject line: First Name + Last Name + Orientation (ex: John Doe Orientation)
    3. Start your email with your 9-digit Student Identification (SID) number in the body of the email (86-------)
    4. List all your questions in one email with as much information as possible and allow about one week for the team to respond. 

Transfer FAQ's

  • As an incoming transfer student, you can generally expect to complete your bachelor’s degree in 1.5 to 2 years.
    Because every student's academic journey is unique, your personalized timeline will depend on the courses you completed prior to transfer, any remaining prerequisite requirements, and the specific quarter-by-quarter course offerings within the major. 
  • We look forward to guiding you through the next steps during your Highlander Advising Support & Registration online session. Our SOE Enrollment Manager reserves seats specifically for our incoming transfer students. 
     

  • We want to ensure your academic transition is as smooth as possible, which is why we advise that changing majors after arriving at UCR can be difficult. Because most majors require a substantial foundation of preparatory courses, switching fields may not always be feasible, particularly for programs with heavy prerequisite requirements. 

  • We want to help you maximize your time at UCR, though it is important to know that adding a second major or a minor depends greatly on your incoming transfer preparation. While adding a minor is often achievable based on your prior coursework, any addition that extends your time to degree completion beyond an acceptable timeframe may not be approved. If a formal double major or minor isn't possible, you may still have the opportunity to take elective courses in your areas of interest. 

  • As you transition to UCR, we want to help you find a healthy balance between your academics and your personal commitments. Because our quarter system is fast-paced and demanding, we strongly recommend that you do not work more than 19 hours a week. Keeping your work hours manageable will allow you to focus on the expectation of full-time enrollment, which means taking at least 12-16 units every quarter to stay on track for graduation.

    Note: No more than 50 percent of the units in the major may be completed in an online course. UC defines an online course as one in which more than half of the course’s instruction is conducted through Internet-based methods with time and/or distance separating the teacher and student. 

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