UC Merced

Premium education, incomparable experiences

 
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Learn more about UC Merced by requesting more info.

 
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Top Reasons to see yourself at UC Merced

A premium education with incomparable experiences. That’s what to expect at UC Merced. But we’ve also got 10 more reasons JUST for YOU to consider as you search for the right university.

 
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Be a first at the first 

 

As the first American research university built in the 21st century, we offer early interdisciplinary research in nanotech, climate change, AI and other areas. 

 
 
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Be prepared to make an impact

 

Participate in specially designed academic events designed to challenge, inspire and prepare you to create real change in your chosen field.

 
 
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Get that EX-PERI-ENCE

 

Build technical and personal skills through internships with NASA or the Yosemite Leadership program and study abroad programs in places such as Korea, Australia and China. 

 
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At UC Merced, all incoming first-year students are guaranteed

on-campus housing. 

 
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Join an active, caring, diverse campus community that will help you go further.

 
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Be in the middle of the action. Merced is two hours or less

from everything.

 
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At the #15 Best Overall Public University (Wall Street Journal, 2023), you’ll have incomparable experiences to help you meet your goals. 

 
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Money shouldn’t stand in your way. Average gift aid = $21K for those who qualify. 

 
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We’re the #2 university for creating social mobility (Wall Street Journal, 2023). 88% of grads are employed within 6 months of graduation.

 
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From our environmentally certified buildings to our resident cows who keep the ecosystem in check, we mean green.

 
first. further. forward.
 

University of California, Merced
 5200 North Lake Rd.
Merced, CA 95343