February 9 - 11, 2027, and February 23, 2027
RSVP by December 1, 2026
When: Community College: February 9-11th 2027 and High School MAAP Counselors: February 23rd 2027
Where: UC Merced Campus
A small group of educators will be selected to participate in the in-person Educator Tour Program. You must submit an online application to be considered for the in-person program.
To apply for the in-person Educator Tour Program, please complete this form. If you have questions, please contact Lizbeth Lupi, llupi@ucmerced.edu.
If you have any questions about the Community College Educator Tour, please contact Amanda Putnam, aputnam2@ucmerced.edu.
If you have questions about the High School MAAP Educator Tour, please contact Aaron Garcia, aarongarcia@ucmerced.edu.
This invitation-only event allows educators to explore UC Merced and learn why our beautiful campus could be the right fit for your students!
The Educator Tour includes two separate programs:
When applying, please choose the one that best fits your role and the work you do with students.
- Community College Educator Tour Program: Feb. 9 - 11, 2027
The Office of Admissions will coordinate travel for participants from the hotel to campus in the morning and back to the hotel at the conclusion of the program in the evening.- View last year's agenda (PDF)
- View last year's agenda (PDF)
- High School Educator Tour Program: Feb. 23, 2027
The Office of Admissions will coordinate travel for participants from the hotel to campus in the morning and back to the hotel at the conclusion of the program in the evening.- View last year's agenda (PDF)
Each program includes:
- Welcome - Campus Overview
- Admissions Presentation
- Campus Tour
- Student Panel
- Lunch
- Academic Overview and Highlights
- Student Services
- Merced Tour
- Dinner
Apply for the 2027 Educator Tour Program
The application period for our 2027 Educator Tour Program is now open.
Travel and Expenses
Our goal is to confirm all lodging details and/or travel details with approved attendees by January 4, 2027.
Please note: We would like to inform you that while we are not able to cover travel expenses to the event, we may provide lodging, meals, and transportation during the event. We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and seamless experience once you arrive.
Maps & Directions
To get directions to the campus, input the address 5200 Lake Road, Merced, CA 95340. You can also view a campus map at ucmerced.edu/maps.
For More Information
For more information about the Educator Tour Program, please contact Lizbeth Lupi, Associate Director, Visitor Experience and Events, at llupi@ucmerced.edu or 209-201-2868.
Educator Resources
You can find a list of resources and information about UC Merced on our Counselors and Educators page. To view or request publications about UC Merced, please visit our publication request page.
