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In-State Demand for UC Merced Admission Hits a Record High

The University of California, Merced, received more than 18,000 applications from California high school seniors seeking admission for Fall 2017 — a 10.1 percent increase from the previous year, or the largest percent increase in the UC system.

Boys & Girls Clubs Partner With UC to Prepare Youth for College

UC Merced is one of three campuses in the University of California system to team up with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America to prepare young Californians for college success.

Rising Student Demand Drives UC Merced Enrollment Growth

UC Merced’s total undergraduate enrollment for the 2016-17 academic year is 6,815.The University of California, Merced, enters its 12th academic year with a record-breaking incoming class, signifying strong demand for the newest campus in the UC system.

Young Students a Glimpse of College Life, Leadership

National Society of Black Engineers students highlight engineering careers. Ke-Myrion Anderson had never set foot on college campus before he spent a week at UC Merced in July.

Campus Awarded $500K for Undergrad Research, Support

The new Classroom and Office Building 2 will open for classes in the fall.Undergraduate humanities students at the University of California, Merced, will gain valuable research opportunities and support

Dedicated Student Breaks Ground With Ph.D., Autism Research

Nikko Da PazWhen Nikko Da Paz decided to go to graduate school, she didn’t limit herself to one degree — or even one campus.

Undocumented Student Makes History With Ph.D.

Yuriana AguilarA doctoral degree is the culmination of years of study and hard work — a mark of determination, willpower and excellence in research and scholarship.