Highlander Orientation

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To Do List Before You Arrive

To Do List Before You Arrive to Highlander Orientation

Testing

Before attending Highlander Orientation, please complete the following:

  • Submit all of your standardized testing scores (AP, IB, etc.) and final transcripts from your high school or former educational institutions.

  • If you do not satisfy the Entry-Level Writing Requirement, you will need to take the UC Writing Placement Process (WPP). The online WPP diagnostic essay exam will be held for students who have completed their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR). Visit the WPP website for available test dates.

  • If your major requires it, take the Math Placement Assessment (MPA) placement test. All CNAS and BCOE majors as well as the following CHASS majors require this testing: PRBS, PSYC, LBST, ECON, ECAT, ECLW, BSEC, PSAT, SCAT, HSAT, AHAT, NRSC, PYLW, and HSUN. Visit placementtest.ucr.edu to get more information. The exam will become available mid-May.

    UCR only accepts the following for Math Placement:

    • A score of 3, 4, or 5 on either the AB or BC Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus Exam.
    • A score of 2 on the AB Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus Exam will clear a student for enrollment into Math 5 (Pre-Calculus). No course credit is awarded for the score. It's recommended that students with this score still take the MPA to see if they might place higher.
    • Please make sure UCR Admissions has received your AP scores.
    • Please go to the “Math Classes at UCR” tab at https://arc.ucr.edu/mpp to see what course your score places you into. 

  • A UC transferable college course at the Pre-Calculus Level (Math 5 at UCR) or higher from an accredited institution.

  • A score of 5 or higher on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level Math Exam.

If you do not have 1 of the above, then you MUST take the UCR Math Placement Assessment (MPA).

NOTE: Failure to submit your scores or finalize your Writing and/or Math placements by July 1st, 2026 will prevent you from registering for the appropriate writing or math/science classes during Second Phase Registration. Only after you complete the exam(s) will you be able to register for these classes.

Vaccination Requirements

 

Complete your UC vaccination requirements ALL incoming, students (including re-admits) must complete TB Screening and prove immunization and/or immunity to:
Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
Varicella (Chickenpox)
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) – Td is not acceptable.
Meningococcal conjugate – (Serogroups A, C, Y, & W-135) *22 years and under at time of registration. Please refer to the UC immunization requirements for specific immunization and age, as it may be different than your medical provider

 

Vaccination Requirements

Steps to complete the requirement:

Complete as soon as possible, to avoid a registration hold

Step by step process here: https://studenthealth.ucr.edu/uc-immunization-requirements-process

  1. Upload Proof of immunizations and/or titer lab results
  2. Complete the Incoming Student TB Screening form
    • Refer to Screening for Tuberculosis on the SHS website for information on testing
    • All TB testing must have been complete < 1yr prior to registration

Statement of Legal Residency

Submit your Statement of Legal Residency. If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please contact:

 

Registrar's Office  Residency Affairs
2249 Student Services Building
Riverside, CA 92521		 Tel: (951) 827-5970
Email: Reshelp@ucr.edu

IMPORTANT: Upload your photo at https://myphoto.ucr.edu to receive your University ID Card.

You must provide a photo identification at pick up. Examples include, but are not limited to, a driver’s license, state ID, passport.

R'Mail Account

Check you R'Mail account for important information and events.

 

STAY CONNECTED: Check your R’Mail account for important updates and events.

 

You Belong at UCR

All programs, services, and events offered through Student Affairs are open to everyone, consistent with federal and state law and the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Whether you’re seeking support, joining a community, or participating in campus life, every effort is made to ensure your experience is inclusive, respectful, and accessible, regardless of background or identity.

To learn more, visit the UC Nondiscrimination Statement or the Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.