BECOME A BOBCAT!
Visiting UC Merced is the best way to gain first-hand knowledge of our academic programs, housing, and student life. We offer several on-campus, off-campus, and online events for admitted students. We invite you to join us to find out what makes our campus so unique, and we look forward to meeting you soon!
Regional Admit Receptions
UC Merced comes to you with our regional receptions!
Starting on March 18, 2025, we will welcome you to five locations throughout California. Registration opens soon!
- March 18 | South Valley Reception
- April 4 | San Bernardino Regional Admission Reception
- April 5 | Los Angeles Regional Admission Reception
- April 11 | North Valley Admissions Reception
- April 13 | Bay Area Admissions Reception
Bobcat Day April 19, 2025
Join us from 8 am - 2 pm for our largest on-campus event! Click here for details on this fantastic day.
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January 15, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
You're Admitted Celebrate with Bobcats & Next Steps 2025 (First Year) Congratulations, you’re admitted! Kick off your admission to the University of California, Merced by celebrating with the campus community. Hear what it means to become a Bobcat from campus leadership and current students 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 2025. |
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January 21, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
School of Engineering Join the School of Engineering and learn about the academic majors and opportunities available to our students. Perennial favorites like Computer Science will be highlighted and new offerings like Chemical Engineering and Electrical Engineering will be introduced. Learn what are qualifications for both First Year and Transfer students. Find out what courses are being taken and research opportunities that will enhance your experience to becoming a Bobcat Scholar. |
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January 23, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
School of Natural Sciences |
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January 28, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
School of Social Science, Arts, & Humanities Join the School of Social Science, Arts & Humanities (SSHA) and learn about the academic majors available to our students. An overview will be provided of the majors with the introduction of new emphases. Learn what are the qualifications for both First Year and Transfer students. Find out what courses are being taken and research opportunities that will enhance your experience to becoming a Bobcat Scholar. |
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February 4, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
Honors Program
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February 6, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
Parents and Guardians Description: Your student has recently been admitted to the University of California, Merced; it can feel chaotic, but we have years and years of experiential knowledge to ensure this new journey runs smoothly. Join us to hear more about communicating with your students through their transition to UC Merced. You would also learn how to stay informed on what is happening on campus. |
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February 11, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Financial Aid Letter and More Join the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships webinar to learn about how to understand your financial aid offer letter and the various types of aid you may be eligible to receive. You will learn about the next steps to securing your aid and important dates and deadlines. You will also learn the benefits of attending UC Merced. |
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February 12, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
We are Family |
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March 11, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
You're Admitted - Celebrate with Bobcats & Next Steps |
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March 13, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Office of Student Involvement We are here to encourage involvement in campus life, support student initiatives and serve as a primary liaison for students. Education happens both inside and outside the classroom and a successful college career includes social as well as intellectual development. Invest in your own success by getting involved! |
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March 19, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
MAAP Presentation |
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March 20, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Discover Housing, Dining and Transportation |
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March 21, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm Registration Opens Soon |
UC Merced Affordable Education: Out of State and International Students |
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March 25, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Bright Success Center The Calvin E. Bright Success Center is designed to provide support in the areas of educational equity and access, learning support, and transition to and through the university which empower students to achieve their academic, personal, and career goals and dreams. Join this webinar to learn more about how we foster an inclusive campus for marginalized communities and empower our students. |
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March 27, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
UC Merced Pre-Health |
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April 1, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Fostering Latinx Success We invite you to connect with members of our Latinx community at UC Merced and learn about the different resources, opportunities, and staff that will help you thrive at the university and beyond. Take some time to listen to the unique experiences of some of our Latinx students as they navigate higher education and find community in the heart of California! |
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April 2, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Counselors’ Guide: Supporting New Admitted Students for a Success Start |
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April 3, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Native American & Indigenous Community |
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April 9, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Becoming Health Scholars This is an invitation-only webinar for Health Scholars and their families to bridge the transition from offered, admitted, and to registered student. Understand the context and next steps expected from Spring 2025 through summer by start of Fall 2025 semester of all Health Scholars. Ask questions about the admissions offer, financial offer, and staff support to help make a decision to accept the offer then submit your SIR (Statement of Intent to Register). Learn who the point persons are for various parts of the process. |
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April 10, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Becoming a SJVP+ Scholar This is an invitation-only webinar for SJV PRIME+ Scholars and their families to bridge the transition from offered, admitted, and to registered student. Understand the context and next steps expected from Spring 2025 through summer by start of Fall 2025 semester of all SJV PRIME+ Scholars. Meet key Office of Medical Education staff, ask questions about the admissions offer, UCSF School of Medicine contract, pathway curriculum, and staff support to help make a decision to accept the offer then submit your SIR (Statement of Intent to Register). Learn who the point persons are for various parts of the process. |
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April 15, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Bright Beginnings |
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April 16, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
New Majors |
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April 17, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Parents and Guardians |
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April 23, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Office of Student Involvement |
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April 29, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
How to Secure Housing & Prepare for Fall 2025 Congratulations on your admission to UC Merced! Join us to learn more about how to secure |
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May 6, 2025 @ 7 pm - 8 pm |
Spring 2025 TAG |
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Recordings for Past Virtual Events - Become a Bobcat Virtual Series |
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Recordings for Past Virtual Events - I'm a Bobcat Virtual Series |
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