A great place to pursue Ph.D. - Graduate Student Researcher UC Riverside Employee Review

5.0
Mar 14, 2015
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Pros

Great research community with global connections at technical universities and National Laboratories. The academic programs are high quality and the students are diverse.

Cons

As with most graduate programs, work-life balance depends on your relationship with your adviser. Choose an adviser who fits you.

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5.0
Jun 18, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great institution serving a diverse student population. Plenty of interesting research labs. Decent benefits.

Cons

Commuter school so traffic and parking can be terrible. Select your PI wisely, and ensure healthy work life balance.

5.0
Jun 7, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good balance and structure depending on the professor you work for. Good recommendations from professor for life.

Cons

Professors will take credit for your work and overwork you at times.

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