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Admissions Events

MERCED AFTER HOURS: CAMPUS TOUR

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 | 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. PDT

Experience the charm and energy of campus life as the sun sets. This evening tour offers a unique opportunity to explore UC Merced under the glow of twilight, highlighting academic buildings and residence halls while showcasing what makes our Bobcat community vibrant after a day full of learning. We hope to see you and your family for a fresh perspective on student life as it unfolds in the evening!

Merced After Hours includes a complimentary dinner with the campus tour guides and entrance to the Women’s Volleyball game. Space is limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot today.

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!

 

College Fair & School Visits

UC Merced at a college fairWhen: 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. 

>> Find a college fair or school visit near you

 

Discover UC Merced Fall Events

10 Oct 2025    |   Explore UC Merced: School of Engineering

This event serves as a valuable opportunity for prospective students to learn more about the UC Merced Campus. Come learn more about your major and the academic experience within the School of Engineering. You’ll have the opportunity to meet with current Bobcats, meet with faculty and take a specialized tour of classroom and research space. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

When: 10/10/2025 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Where: Conference Center, Room 110

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In Person

Audience

Freshman

17 Oct 2025    |   Explore UC Merced: School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts

This event serves as a valuable opportunity for prospective students to learn more about the UC Merced Campus. Come learn more about your major and the academic experience within the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts. You'll have the opportunity to meet with current Bobcats, meet with faculty and take a specialized tour of classroom and research space. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

When: 10/17/2025 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Where: Crescent Arch

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Audience

Freshman

24 Oct 2025    |   Explore UC Merced: School of Natural Sciences

This event serves as a valuable opportunity for prospective students to learn more about the UC Merced Campus. Come learn more about your major and the academic experience within the School of Natural Sciences. You’ll have the opportunity to meet with current Bobcats, meet with faculty and take a specialized tour of classroom and research space. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

 

When: 10/24/2025 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Where: Conference Center, Room 110

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In Person

Audience

Freshman

06 Nov 2025    |   Merced After Hours

Experience the charm and energy of campus life as the sun sets. Our evening campus tour – Merced After Hours – offers a unique opportunity to explore campus under the glow of twilight. The tour highlights academic buildings and residence halls all while showcasing what makes our community vibrant after hours. Whether you are an applicant, parent or community member, this tour provides a fresh perspective on student life as it unfolds in the evening. Merced After Hours includes complimentary dinner with the campus tour guides and entrance to the Women’s Volleyball game.

For any inquiries about your campus visit, feel free to contact Lizbeth Lupi at llupi@ucmerced.edu or via phone at (209) 201-2868.

When: 11/06/2025 4:30 PM - 7 PM

Where: Welcome Center, ADMIN 155

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In Person

Audience

Freshman

Recent Events

16 Sep 2025    |   Merced After Hours

Experience the charm and energy of campus life as the sun sets. Our evening campus tour – Merced After Hours – offers a unique opportunity to explore campus under the glow of twilight. The tour highlights academic buildings and residence halls all while showcasing what makes our community vibrant after hours. Whether you are an applicant, parent or community member, this tour provides a fresh perspective on student life as it unfolds in the evening. Merced After Hours includes complimentary dinner with the campus tour guides and entrance to the Women’s Soccer game.

For any inquiries about your campus visit, feel free to contact Lizbeth Lupi at llupi@ucmerced.edu or via phone at (209) 201-2868.

 

When: 9/16/2025 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Where: Welcome Center, ADMIN 155

Register Now

In Person

Audience

Freshman

06 May 2025    |   Discover UC Merced: Spring TAG

Interested in submitting a Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) to UC Merced for Spring 2026? Join us to learn more about the requirements and how to submit a TAG through the UC TAP!

Webinar
Audience

Transfer