Freshman

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.

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 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Where: Conference Center, Room 110

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 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Where: Crescent Arch

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 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Where: Conference Center, Room 110

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.

This webinar is designed to support high school counselors in assisting admitted students to the University of California, Merced. Counselors will learn about the role they play in guiding students through the transition process, including understanding UC Merced’s student support services and FERPA guidelines. The session will cover the importance of engaging with parents and families, as well as how to effectively communicate critical next steps for students.