Admissions Events

Do you need last minute assistance on your UC application? You can sign up for open house hours. Admission Advisors will be available to respond to your questions in a group advising session and one-on-one format. Session attendance is limited to allow for more time for questions to be asked and answered. 

Join our webinar, "Discover UC Merced: Completing Academic History as an International Student," where you'll learn how to accurately document your academic background for your application. Our admissions experts will guide you through the specific requirements for international credentials, ensuring your records meet UC application requirements. This session will also include tips, best practices, and a Q&A segment to address your unique questions. Perfect for students at any stage of the application process, this webinar will help you submit a strong, complete application.

The Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) are your chance to express who you are, what matters to you and what you want to share with the University of California. Join us to learn about the Do's and Don'ts and how to best present yourself while composing your responses. We'll delve into the UC application and look closely at each question. We'll also provide resources and suggestions for additional help.

Join us to learn how Electrical Engineering can prepare you for the most sought by employers in California both today and also those anticipated in the future. Our program covers important topics like clean energy, renewable energy, electric vehicles, high-capacity rechargeable batteries, etc.

Explore UC Merced's commitment to global diversity in a two-part series designed for international students. This session highlights the vibrant, multicultural community that awaits you at our university, showcasing the resources, support, and opportunities available to international students. Learn how UC Merced fosters an inclusive environment where students from around the world can thrive. Join us to hear from current students and staff about their experiences and the unique value of being part of our diverse campus community.

This webinar will provide an overview and focus on important changes to application format, submission processes and new deadline dates for the SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Pathway. This webinar is highly recommended for students to distinguish between old details and those relevant to the new application cycle. The SJV PRIME+ BS/MD Pathway is an 8-year, workforce development model for high school graduates / newly-incoming freshman to become a doctor for the San Joaquin Valley of California. An SJV PRIME+ scholar who completes this medical education pathway receives their medical degree from UCSF School of Medicine, after obtaining a Bachelor of Science from UC Merced and finishing medical training UCSF Fresno.