Your Future in Engineering Starts Here
Congratulations on your admission to UC Riverside's Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering! You've taken an exciting step toward becoming a Highlander Engineer.
Discover the people, projects, and opportunities that make BCOE a place to learn, build, and grow. Explore what your future could look like at UCR.
Take a look inside the Bourns College of Engineering and explore the spaces where Highlander engineers learn and build.
Find Your Place at BCOE
Your engineering education extends beyond the classroom. Discover opportunities to explore your interests, work on meaningful projects, and prepare for what comes next.
Explore Your Major
Learn about undergraduate programs in engineering, computing, data science, and robotics.
Explore Undergraduate Programs →Bring Ideas to Life
Explore labs, maker spaces, and hands-on learning opportunities where students turn ideas into real engineering projects.
Explore BCOE Academics →Prepare for Your Career
Discover internships, co-ops, and opportunities to gain experience while working toward your degree.
Explore Career Opportunities →See What Highlander Engineers Are Building
At BCOE, students apply what they learn through engineering projects, student organizations, competitions, and research.
Find opportunities to work with fellow students, develop your skills, and become part of the engineering community.
Engineering in Action: Highlander Racing
Meet the students behind UCR's student-built electric race car and see engineering education in action.
Experience BCOE Before You Decide
See campus, connect with the UCR community, and explore what life as a Highlander Engineer could look like.
Highlander Day and Admitted Student Events
Highlander Day gives admitted students and their supporters an opportunity to explore UCR and connect with the campus community.
Check the official Admissions website for upcoming event dates, registration information, and opportunities to connect with BCOE.
Explore Highlander DayExplore Campus from Anywhere
Take a closer look at UC Riverside through a student-led campus tour.
Watch the Campus Tour →Get to Know Riverside
Discover the city surrounding UCR and imagine your life in Southern California.
Discover Riverside →Ready to Become a Highlander?
Whether you're exploring your options or ready to commit, these resources can help you prepare for your next chapter at UCR.
Review Your Admission
Visit your MyUCR Applicant Portal to review your admission information, deadlines, and important updates.
Go to MyUCR →Submit Your SIR
When you're ready, submit your Statement of Intent to Register through your MyUCR Applicant Portal.
Say Yes to UCR →Prepare for Your First Year
Review important information about housing, orientation, financial aid, and your admitted-student checklist.
View Next Steps →Plan for College with Confidence
Understanding the cost of attendance is an important part of choosing a university. Explore UCR's official tuition, financial aid, and scholarship resources.
California Residents
Explore financial aid opportunities available to eligible California students, including the Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan and Middle-Class Scholarship.
Explore Costs and Financial Aid →Out-of-State Students
Considering UCR from outside California? Review nonresident tuition, estimated living expenses, scholarships, and financial aid information to help compare your college options.
Review Nonresident Costs →Financial aid eligibility varies by student. For official cost estimates, scholarship details, and aid information, visit UCR Financial Aid .
Take Your Next Step as a Highlander Engineer
Explore everything BCOE has to offer and take the next step toward joining the Highlander engineering community.