University of California, Merced
Merced, CA. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Merced, CA · Rural |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduates | 8,372 |
| Acceptance rate | 91% |
| Testing policy | Not used |
| Graduation rate | 69% |
| First-year retention | 82% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 19:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $39,665 in-state · $73,865 out-of-state |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Regular Decision: Nov 30, 2026
Most popular majors: Engineering, Biology, Psychology, Social sciences, Business.
UC Merced campus map
On campus
Kolligian Library, Little Lake Amphitheater, Housing Services, Aquatic Center.
Around campus
- Museums and culture: Merced Irrigation District
- Parks: Lake Yosemite County Park