Parents & Families

Welcome, Parents & Families

At UC Merced, we recognize that the support and encouragement of family members, guidance counselors and educators can make a big difference in helping students consider higher education and apply for college.

Join the Bobcat Den!

Engage with future Bobcat parents and guardians in our social platform community. Here you can ask questions from our Student Ambassadors and other helpful community members. Sign up here.

Subscribe to Our Family and Educator Newsletter

• Family and Educator Admitted Student Newsletter subscription

Sign up for Text Notifications

• Admissions Text Notifications

Information & Resources

Below you'll find information that will help you and your student get settled into the newest University of California campus.

• Parent & Families of UC Merced Bobcats
• Academics & Majors
• Campus Tours
• Career Preparation
• Campus Life
• Financial Aid
• Housing

Conditions of Admission

• Fall 2023 Student Conditions of Admission
• Fall 2023 Transfer Student Conditions of Admission

Admissions Checklist

• Fall 2023 First Year & Transfer Student Admissions Checklists

Dates & Deadlines

• View Important dates & deadlines for admitted students 
• Visit the Students First Center comprehensive calendar of dates & deadlines

Parent & Family Guide

• 2022-2023 Parent & Family Guide

Contact Us

Please feel free to contact us if you have any other questions: (209) 228-7178 or admissions@ucmerced.edu.