Merced, CA

University of California-Merced

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of California-Merced is a four-year, public school located in Merced, CA.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
University of California-Merced is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

91% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 31,928 applied, 28,906 accepted, and 2,093 enrolled in UC Merced.
1,201 men and 892 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $14,653 for California residents and $46,541 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $14,753 for California residents and $29,855 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.55% compared to last year at University of California-Merced.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

7,125 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $23,874.
For freshmen, 2,022 students (85%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $24,868.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 9,110 students enrolled UC Merced in 2025.
By gender, 5,012 men and 4,098 women students are enrolled.
There are 8,372 undergraduate and 738 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

76 Major Programs

  • 45 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UC Merced is 69% and the transfer-out rate is 11%.
The retention rate is 82% for full-time and 82% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
69%
Transfer-out Rate
11%
Retention Rate
82%
Students to Faculty Ratio
20 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 458 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UC Merced and the average faculty salary is $133,623. The studetns to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.
There are 1,863 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $87,761.
Number of Faculties
458
Average Faculty Salary
$133,623
Number of Staffs
1,863
Average Staff Salary
$87,761

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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