Overview
Founded in 2013 as the first new public medical school in California in over 40 years, the UCR School of Medicine was established specifically to address the severe physician shortage in the Inland Empire region. It received full accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and has quickly built a reputation for producing physicians committed to serving underserved and diverse communities. The school emphasizes primary care, community health, and training doctors who reflect the demographics of the region they serve.
At a Glance
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Riverside, California |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Total students | 400 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 3:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 3% |
| Graduation rate | 95% |
| Average starting salary | $220,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $40,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $52,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $35,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.65 |
| Regular deadline | November 1 (AMCAS) |
Top Programs
- MD Program
- Primary Care
- Biomedical Sciences
- Health Disparities Research
- Rural & Underserved Medicine
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.