New to CNAS
Select one of the options below to learn more about CNAS and UCR.
Freshman
You'll get started on your UCR journey at Highlander Orientation. Don't forget to bring all your placement exams and bring any AP/IB scores and transfer transcripts with you.
Transfers
We look forward to meeting you and helping you plan your education at Highlander Orientation for Transfer Students. Don't forget to bring all your placement exams and bring any AP/IB scores and transfer transcripts with you.
Prospective
Thinking about becoming a part of the College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences? Talk to the Admissions Office to learn more about your opportunities!
Transfer Courses - Community Colleges
To determine the UCR course equivalency for community college courses you will need to follow the steps listed below:
- Go to www.assist.org
- Under "Institution," select the community college that you plan to attend.
- Under "Agreements with Other Institutions," select "To: University of California, Riverside." Click "View Agreements".
- Under "View Agreement by," select the appropriate department (i.e., if you want to take a Philosophy class, then select the Philosophy Department).
NOTE: If you plan on taking any science, math, or English course(s) outside of UCR, then you must submit a Request for Summer Session Enrollment form to the CNAS Undergraduate Academic Advising Center and receive approval prior to enrolling in the course(s). You must see your advisor to obtain a Request for Summer Session Enrollment form.