The rapidly growing City of Riverside currently ranks as the 12th largest city in California, 6th in Southern California, and is the largest city in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States. It is home to four internationally recognized universities and colleges which support 50,000+ students. The University of California, Riverside, California Baptist University, La Sierra University, and Riverside Community College, offer specialized training, research partnerships, and a high-technology environment to support emerging and innovative companies. As an important financial and professional center, Riverside offers the support of numerous legal, accounting, brokerage, architectural, engineering and technology firms as well as banking institutions. It is also the county seat for the fastest growing county in California. Businesses also benefit from an exceptional freeway system, BNSF and UPSP rail access, high-speed fiberoptic telecommunications, city-owned electrical and water systems, and a large corporate jet and general aviation airport.