Visiting UC Merced is the best way to gain firsthand knowledge of our academic programs, housing, and student life. We host several on-campus events throughout the year, and we invite you to join us for the chance to find out what makes our campus so special. We also host online events and travel throughout the state to host admission receptions.
We invite you and your family to visit us and take a tour with our student ambassador tour guides or book a session to meet with our advisors!
SJV Prime+ BS/MD Pathway Webinar
When: July 21 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Where: Online
The SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Program is an 8-year, 15-student cohort for high school graduates / newly-incoming freshmen to become a doctor for the San Joaquin Valley of California. An SJV PRIME+ scholar who completes this medical education program receives their medical degree from UCSF School of Medicine after obtaining a Bachelor of Science from UC Merced and finishing medical training at UCSF Fresno. This program is designed to educate, train, and retain physicians within the San Joaquin Valley (SJV) to address severe regional physician shortages and improve health equity in central California. This webinar will discuss the history, purpose, partnership, structure, and timeline of this opportunity. The application workshop is a separate webinar scheduled for Fall 2026.
College Fair & School Visits
When: Ongoing
Where: Off Campus, Multiple Locations
UC Merced participates in college fairs and school visits throughout the year. These fairs are a great opportunity for interested students to learn about our admission process, student life, financial aid, and more.






