Explore the UC Merced experience through The College Tour student segments.
Join the School of Engineering in a discussion regarding the programs it offers. The conversation will be lead by the Director of Undergraduate Student Services for the School of Engineering: Karla Gonzalez and include faculty and the Dean of Engineering: Rakesh Goel. Topics will cover majors, emphasis tracks, areas of research, and much more. Come with questions in mind as we will have a Q&A portion.
Meet the faculty in the Management of Complex Systems Department and learn about the majors we offer in Data Science and Management!
As a physicist, we work on hard problems, and employers find that “can-do attitude” attractive. Physics majors succeed as scientists doing fundamental research, consultants helping businesses reinvent business processes, project team members launching and supporting new products, and policy makers grappling with worldwide challenges. If you enjoy physics, there’s a job for you. Meet physicists from different walks of life in this evening’s webinar.
Chemistry connects mathematics and physical principles to properties of atoms and molecules, and employs this molecular-level understanding to rationalize the behavior of biological systems, the environment, and materials. Biochemistry, foundational to the practice of modern medicine, develops understanding of biology at the scale of atoms to molecules. At this webinar, you will meet some of the Chemistry and Biochemistry instructors who will be teaching classes and you will also have the chance to hear from current students and alumni.
Join the School of Natural Sciences for our newly admitted student webinar and explore the opportunities waiting for you at UC Merced. Discover our innovative programs in biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental sciences while connecting with passionate faculty. Learn about hands-on research, modern facilities, academic support, and career pathways. See how UC Merced combines personalized attention with world-class training to prepare you for success in science.
In this Welcome Webinar, students and families are invited to connect with the Liberal Studies Undergraduate Faculty Chair and academic advisors to learn more about the major and its opportunities. We will discuss coursework, campus-based research and internship experiences, and the wide range of career pathways available to Liberal Studies graduates. For those interested in pursuing a career in teaching, we will also provide an overview of the Liberal Studies pathway to a multisubject (elementary) teaching credential and how the major supports preparation for the profession.
The Writing Studies Online Mixer hosted by UC Merced brings together prospective students, current majors, alumni, and faculty for an interactive, student-centered conversation about identity and experiences in the Writing Studies program. Participants will introduce themselves, make connections, and share their experiences in Writing Studies courses and across campus. Alumni will reflect on how they transitioned from UC Merced into graduate study and diverse professional paths, offering insight into challenges they faced and how they grew along the way.
This webinar will introduce students to the Environmental Systems Science (ESS) and Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology (EECB) majors. We will introduce the two majors, briefly discussing each major and potential careers, then introduce current undergraduate students in each major. Students will talk about their experiences in the major, in particular focusing on opportunities to gain career experience through activities like the ¿field curious? immersion experience, field-to-lab, and classes and research with faculty members in the majors.
Congratulations, you’re admitted! Join the Office of International Affairs to understand your I-20 and visa process, learn about international student scholarships, Next Steps, and discover the benefits of attending UC Merced. We will share upcoming admitted student events, important dates and deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare for Fall 2026.
Time:
China Standard Time (CST) – 9:00 PM
Korea Standard Time (KST) – 10:00 PM
India Standard Time (IST) – 6:30 PM
Central European Time (CET) – 3:00 PM
This webinar is designed to help incoming students learn about both Chemical Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering. Dr. Edward Kolodka will first describe both Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering, discuss possible careers paths and potential employers, and finally share some details regarding average salaries. Spoiler... Chemical Engineers have the highest (sometimes second highest) earning potential from all undergraduate degrees and Materials Scientists and Engineers are right behind them.
