Known for engineering — excellent value
University of California-Merced is a public institution in Merced with particular strength in engineering and psychology.
A mid-sized campus of 8.4K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,368 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,744.
Established
2005
Motto
Fiat lux
Mascot
Rufus the Bobcat
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
National Association of
39%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
8,372Students
21:1Student:Faculty
69%Grad Rate
$64,368Earnings 10yr
$12,744Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate39.2%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$14,167
Tuition (out-of-state)$44,944
Room & Board$20,293
Books & Supplies$1,214
Total Cost of Attendance$37,098
Average Net Price$12,744
Median Debt at Graduation$16,144
Monthly Payment (10yr)$171
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$8,572
$30–48K$9,581
$48–75K$11,594
$75–110K$17,323
$110K+$30,561
Programs (65)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,372
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
57%
Pell Grant Recipients
59%
Race & Ethnicity
White 9%
Black 5%
Hispanic 58%
Asian 22%
Two+ 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate69.2%
Freshman Retention83.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$48,475
8 Years$56,207
10 Years$64,368
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Source: Wikipedia