University of California Merced
Overview
Student Population
8,544National Rank
#461| Location | Merced, California |
| Online | ucmerced.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Merced, California, University of California Merced is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 25,131 prospective students applied, and 16,628 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,214 enrolled in the school. 8,472 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 72 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $11,442 plus fees of $2,096. UC Merced is ranked 461 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Average| SAT | 1020/1190 |
| ACT | 19/27 |
| GPA | 3.51 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
$11,442| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,006 |
| Other Fees | $2,096 |
| Room and Board | $16,814 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,305 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,663 |
Out of State Tuition
$40,434| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,006 |
| Other Fees | $2,096 |
| Room and Board | $16,814 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,305 |
| Total One Year Cost | $64,655 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Data Not AvailableBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
58% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 22% |
| Biology | 21% |
| Engineering | 14% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Business | 12% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=445188 IPEDS survey data for University of California Merced.