University of California-Riverside Top Questions

I wish that I had known how much I would end up liking this school. At first, I dreaded the thought of going to this school because it was not my first choice and my parents had forced me to go here since it was closer to home. However, once I was here for a quarter, I ended up loving it. If i had known how much I would have liked it before, I would have prepared myself better financially to ensure that I would be able to afford to attend this school until I graduate.

I wish I knew more about the acedemic opportunities offered. UC Riverside has a bright future and there are many plans to make the school better and I wish they would let the students or incoming students know what the plans are. That way it will give the school more of a reputation.

The area

That the professors ALL have a strong accent.

What I needed to do to apply for graduate school and how soon I needed to do it. How much expenses would be each month to plan accordingly. What classes I needed for my major. What services were available to me to help me succeed. Where the classes were located (map).

The weather conditions

The different majors and fields of study.

I wish I had known how hot and dry the weather is, and how bad the air quality is.

I wish I knew that I should study everyday for my science courses.

That the social life on this campus was dead.