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Let Us Help You Complete Your UC Degree
If you were on your way to your bachelor’s degree, but life got in the way, we have the program for you. The UCR Degree Completion Program offers a viable pathway for you to pick up where you left off and connect with educational opportunities to get you back on track.
The program aims to support working professionals, unemployed, and underemployed adults. It addresses specific barriers by helping with application fees, providing advising support, and alleviating challenges associated with life obligations.
We are here to help remove barriers and find the best pathway for you to complete your degree.
Is the UCR Degree Completion Program for You?
This program designed for former UC students (also referred to as Stop-Outs) and California residents with some college and no degree attainment and is designed to help these individuals successfully earn their bachelor’s degree or professional certificate.
To discuss your academic goals and learn how we can help you reach them, connect with a Degree Completion Advisor.
Connect with a Degree Completion Advisor today!
How You Will Benefit
- Additional career options
- Increased income potential
- Building a better life for you and your family
- Possess a UC education and degree
- The satisfaction of finishing what you started
- Setting a great example for your children, family, and friends
- College graduates on average make $1.2 million more over their lifetime
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, people who hold a professional certificate earn 35.2% more than those who do not have one
We look forward to celebrating you as you achieve your dream and complete your educational journey.
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Linda Awad
After Linda Awad’s son was diagnosed with Autism, she knew that education would be her key to his better future. Returning to school, she completed a BA in Child Development and MA in Special Ed, and will help even more children.
Ankita Ahluwalia
UCR junior, peer tutor, and budding entrepreneur Ankita Ahluwalia took the knowledge she gained in our SEED Lab to launch her own innovative nonprofit, to provide free academic online support to honors students across California.
Derrick Armendariz
Derrick had taken a long break from school and was intimidated to become a student again, but he knew that earning his degree meant career advancement. He's two years into his undergrad studies, and encourages others to "stay focused.”