UCR's undergraduate student body is among the 5 most diverse of major research universities in the United States, with graduation rates above the national average for all students and African American students leading the way.
UCR is a Department of Education recognized HSI that is both a Carnegie top category research and U.S. News Tier One institution.
Campus Pride lists UCR among the nation's best for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students--one of the 19 given the 5 star rating. UCR is also featured in The Advocate College Guide for LGBT students.
MEI offers diversified education and training for staff and faculty with more than 20 new seminars and workshops.