Hi everyone, I'm looking at UCR, and aside from academics, another factor that's important to me is the campus environment. Can anyone tell me about the student population at the UCR? Crowd size matters to me because I want them to be my tribe for the next four years!
Sure, happy to provide some insight! The University of California, Riverside, also known as UCR, is one of ten schools within the University of California system. It is a fairly large school in terms of student population.
As of the recent data, UCR has an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 23,000 students, with a total student population of around 26,000 when you include graduate students. This means that the school has a relatively large crowd size, providing ample opportunities for you to find your tribe within the mix of diverse students.
That said, the size of a campus population can be both beneficial and challenging. On one hand, having a larger student population means a wider variety of academic programs, student organizations, and people to meet. On the other hand, it could mean that classes, particularly those in the lower years, can be quite large, which may not be the preference for everyone.
When thinking about whether a large university like UCR is right for you, consider your own preferences and learning style. Do you thrive in a bustling, diverse environment with lots of opportunities or do you prefer a smaller, more intimate setting? Remember, just because a school is larger doesn't mean it won't have smaller communities within it that you can become a part of!
I hope this information is helpful. Best of luck in your college search!
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