Bobcat Advising Center
Advisors in the Bobcat Advising Center (BAC) assist all first-year and undeclared students in planning their academic program, adjusting to the academic rigor of a research university, and accessing resources tailored to the student’s needs. Students attend regular appointments throughout their first year with a personal academic advisor who is committed to their individual success.
Calvin E. Bright Success Center
At the Calvin E. Bright Success Center (BSC), we are committed to helping UC Merced scholars feel welcomed, valued, and supported, contributing to their sense of belonging. Providing tools and resources needed to succeed academically, personally, and professionally, the BSC serves students from diverse backgrounds, supporting the retention and success of student scholars, recognizing their resilience and strengths as they navigate higher education. Through connections, collaborative support, and intentional community building, we strive to create an environment where students can grow, thrive, and make the most of their UC Merced experience.
- Bobcat Underground Scholars – provides support & services alongside leadership opportunities for formally incarcerated or system-impacted scholars and their families.
- Guardian Scholars Program – Supports scholars who are current or former foster youth or have experienced homelessness.
- Success Mentor Program – Mentor program designed to pair students with upper-division scholars.
INVITE ONLY PROGRAMS
- Fiat Lux Scholars Program – Living-learning community that is specifically designed for first-generation low-income scholars.
- Gateway Scholars Program – Peer mentoring for scholars who reside in Merced County.
For more information about the Calvin E. Bright Success Center, contact us:
- Phone Number: (209) 228-7252
- Email: learning@ucmerced.edu
- Website: learning.ucmerced.edu
- Instagram: @ucmbsc
Mid-Semester Grades
So that you are empowered to stay on the path toward graduation, you will receive mid-semester grades in your lower-division courses. If faculty and advisors see a potential for academic improvement, they will give you early feedback about your performance so far that semester, and motivate you to rise to the challenge of getting back on track if you need to.
More info at catalog.ucmerced.edu.
Support Services
- Campus Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE)
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Disability Services
- Student Health Services
- Veteran Services
Student Learning Centers
- Peer-Led Undergraduate Study Center (PLUS) Humanities courses
- STEM Center
- University Writing Center
- English Language Institute (ELI)
