Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Merced, California |
| Online | ucmerced.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| 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 27,793 prospective students applied, and 24,068 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,410 enrolled in the school. 8,996 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 97 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $11,442 plus fees of $2,215. UC Merced is ranked 561 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UC Merced is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of California Merced within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#561 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#185 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#40 in Best Colleges in California
#13 in Best Public Colleges in California
#253 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1140 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.55 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,073 |
| Other Fees | $2,215 |
| Room and Board | $18,901 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,603 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,234 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,073 |
| Other Fees | $2,215 |
| Room and Board | $18,901 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,603 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,988 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 22% |
| Biology | 21% |
| Engineering | 14% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Business | 12% |
Other Colleges to Consider
Students considering UC Merced are frequently interested in these similar colleges.
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=445188 IPEDS survey data for University of California Merced.
Current students may use the University of California Merced GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.