University of California Riverside (UCR)

The University of California, Riverside is a veteran-supportive public research university serving veterans, active-duty service members, Reservists, National Guard members, and military-connected dependents. 

• Ranked No. 45 nationally for Best Colleges for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.

• Ranked No. 95 nationally on the 2025 Military Times Best for Vets list, including No. 4 in California and No. 9 in the Western United States.

University of California Riverside Military & Veteran Support Programs

University of California Riverside offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

• University of California Riverside has GI Bill®-approved programs
• University of California Riverside is approved for Tuition Assistance
• University of California Riverside is a  Yellow Ribbon school
• University of California Riverside offers  credit for military
• University of California Riverside does not award credit for the CLEP exam
• University of California Riverside does not award credit for the DSST exam

Is University of California Riverside a GI Bill®-approved school?

Yes, University of California Riverside is a GI Bill®-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill® covers your preferred degree program.

Is University of California Riverside a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, University of California Riverside is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of its tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does University of California Riverside offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, University of California Riverside offers Yellow Ribbon funding for its master's degree programs.

However, as University of California Riverside is a public institution, your tuition costs may be fully covered by the GI Bill® assuming you have full eligibility. You should check with the school to ensure that your preferred master's degree program is 100% covered.

Does University of California Riverside offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

No, University of California Riverside does not necessarily offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. However, as a state school, its rate may not exceed the military tuition assistance cap of $250. You should verify with the university to find out if the rate is below the military tuition assistance cap of $250 per credit hour. Otherwise, you may have out-of-pocket tuition costs for which you would be responsible.

What are University of California Riverside's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

University of California Riverside has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

What are University of California Riverside's online tuition rates for active military?

University of California Riverside has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

Does University of California Riverside offer online degree programs?

No, University of California Riverside does not currently offer online degree programs.

Is University of California Riverside approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, University of California Riverside is approved for Tuition Assistance.

Eligible students may have up to 100% of its tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs.

You will need to verify with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.