The 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) open October 1, 2026.
Welcome to the Highlander One-Stop Shop!
We are located at the Student Services Building between Costo Hall and the Student Success Center. Appointments have priority, but walk-ins are always welcome!
HOSS Services
You can get in-person assistance at the Highlander One-Stop Shop with the following services:
- Financial Aid: Understanding your award offer, submitting the right verification documents, maintaining eligibility, VA benefits, etc.
- Cost of Attendance: Understanding the costs associated with your tuition and fees.
- Your Student Account: Payment methods and determining how to clear account holds from Student Business Services.
- Office of the Registrar: Registration, Academic Calendar, Time Tickets, Holds, and more!
- Documents: Transcripts, enrollment verifications, forms, and diplomas.
- Scholarships: How to find scholarships and submitting physical scholarship checks.
- Summer Sessions: Summer classes are typically only 5 weeks long and are a great opportunity to catch up, get ahead, or explore new opportunities!
Please have the following ready when you arrive at the HOSS:
- Students: UCR student ID number AND a photo ID
- Parents/Guardians/Authorized Users: Photo ID AND documented proxy access in R'Web. In order to speak with HOSS representatives, parents/guardians MUST be established as Authorized Users in R'Web by their student.
Important Dates & Deadlines
| Fall 2026 Fee Payment Deadline for Undergraduate Students | September 15, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 Fee Payment Deadline for Graduate and Medical Students | September 24, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 First Day of Instruction | September 24, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 Last Day to Add/Drop Courses in R'Web (no fee) Without a "W" appearing on your transcript | October 9, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 Last Day to Add a Course without Dean Approval (no fee) Last Day to Withdraw from a Course (no fee) Last Day to Lock in Units for Financial Aid Census |
October 16, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 Schedule of Classes Published Online | October 22, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 Registration Time Tickets Viewable in R'Web | October 27, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 Undergraduate Student First Pass Registration | November 2-30, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 Graduate Student Registration | November 2-January 15, 2026 |
| Final Examinations | Saturday, December 5; Monday - Friday, December 7-11, 2026 |
See more important dates and deadlines on the UCR academic calendar here.
Parents & Guardians
In order to speak to HOSS representatives about financial aid, grades, etc., your student MUST make you an AUTHORIZED USER in R'Web.
Students
In order to speak to HOSS representatives about financial aid, grades, etc., your student MUST make you an AUTHORIZED USER in R'Web:
1) Log into R'Web using your UCR NetID and password
2) Click on the Authorized User icon
3) Enter your Authorized User's information and click "Add Proxy"
The Highlander Handbook
There's a lot to discover at UCR. The Highlander Handbook puts helpful information for navigating student resources, course registration, how to get questions answered and more all in one place.
Whether you're looking for campus resources, academic guidance, or tips for everyday college life, use the Highlander Handbook as your go-to guide for navigating UCR.
Download the guide here or visit the HOSS to pick up a printed copy!
Orientation 2026
Missed something during orientation or just want a refresher? Download our Navigating the Details presentation to revisit important information from the Office of the Registrar, Student Business Services, and the Office of Financial Aid. Review important information about registration, billing and payments, financial aid, and other key next steps as you prepare for your first year at UCR.
Follow @ucr_hoss on Instagram!
Don't forget to follow us on Instagram for everything HOSS related, including reminders about important dates and deadlines, registration tips, financial aid explanations, and more!
