Underrepresented and disadvantaged students are encouraged to apply.
For any additional questions, please visit the FAQ page, or email to: stride@engr.ucr.edu
Step 1:
Please complete and submit the application form below. A legal guardian must be present to submit this form.
Last day to submit is January 23, 2026, before 11:59 pm PDT
Step 2:
Once the application form has been submitted, please have a STEM teacher upload their letter of recommendation using the form linked below.
This must be submitted by the teacher before 11:59pm PDT on January 23, 2026.
The letter of recommendation should include the following information:
- Describe the student's academic performance, such as GPA
- Student's interest in STEM
- Involvement with school or extracurricular activities that are STEM-related
- Teacher's signature and contact information should be included in the letter
STRIDE 2025 Teacher Letter of Recommendation
Step 3: (optional)
Students who are participants of the UCR Outreach Program may request their program contact to submit a letter of recommendation. This is an optional step.
UCR Outreach Program contacts can submit their letter of recommendation using the form link below.
- Describe student's participation and performance in UCR Outreach Programs
- Include STEM related activities and interests