UCRAA Membership
Forever Highlanders
UCR has a growing network of alumni across the globe, united by UCR’s world-class education.
We invite you to join this powerful community of support, pride, and unity.
Become a UCR Alumni Association member – it’s the next best thing to being back on campus.
Why Join UCRAA?
Your membership strengthens the programs we pride ourselves on at UCR, keeps alumni connected through common ground, and enhances the student experience.
Benefits for Members Only
- Access to extended career services
- Book borrowing privileges at all 10 UC Libraries
- Theme park and concert/events discounts
- Hotel and car rental discounts
- Free or discounted admission to select UCR Alumni Association events
- Discounted insurance through Geico
- 10% off UC Riverside Extension Courses and discounts at many UC Extensions
- Discounted travel packages through AHI Travel and AESU Young Alumni Journeys
- Exclusive invitations to networking events and campus activities
- 10% discount at the UCR Bookstore
- Discounted tickets to UCR Athletics home events
- Highlander Alumni job search and digital networking tools
- SolarMax discounts for your home
- First-time homebuying workshops through American Pacific Mortgage and up to $750 credit towards
closing costs and other savings on your purchase or refinance
Membership FAQs
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How do I access a specific membership benefit?
Members can access their exclusive benefits by contacting the Alumni Association at 951.827.2586 or email ucralum@ucr.edu. Some membership benefits, like Extension Center discounts, require a members-only discount code to gain access. If you are already a member login below.
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I lost my membership card. How do I get a replacement?
Membership replacement cards are available at any time. Call our office at 951.827.2586 to obtain a new card.
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Who can join the UCR Alumni Association?
Membership is open to all graduates, former students, current students, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of UCR.
Member benefits are subject to change.
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Do I qualify for dual membership?
Any two members residing in the same residence qualify for dual membership rates. Dual members can join online anytime.
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How long does it take to process membership?
It can take up to 4 weeks to receive your personalized membership card in the mail. However, you'll receive a digital version of your membership card instantly if you join online.
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Do I have to be a member to keep my UCR student email address?
UCR Alumni who graduated after 2010 have access to their UCR email address for life, regardless of your UCRAA membership status. If you graduated before 2010, you may have to set up an email forwarding address. For assistance, please call the Alumni Association office at 951.827.2586.