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UC Davis is a highly rated public university located in University of California-Davis, California in the Sacramento Area. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 30,673 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the UC Davis acceptance rate is 37%. Popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Management Sciences and Information Systems, and Economics. Graduating 86% of students, UC Davis alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $40,400.
About
About UC Davis...
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Big Sky Conference
Compare to Other Colleges
- California
- University of California-Davis
University of California - Davis Rankings
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UCD Admissions
Acceptance Rate
37%
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
November 30
SAT Range
1160-1400
ACT Range
25-33
Application Fee
$70
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Will You Get Into UCD?
Test Scores and High School GPA for University of California - Davis
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Net Price
$17,385/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$20,548/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
63%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
11:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
78%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.329 responses
44%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.418 responses
43%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.418 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Research and Experimental Psychology
924 Graduates
Management Sciences and Information Systems
596 Graduates
Economics
559 Graduates
Neuroscience and Neurobiology
519 Graduates
Biology
402 Graduates
Computer Science
402 Graduates
Animal Sciences and Husbandry
368 Graduates
Human Development
350 Graduates
Political Science and Government
330 Graduates
Communications
293 Graduates
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Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
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Online Associates Programs
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Online Bachelor's Programs
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
4%
On Campus
96%
Online
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Students
Full-Time Enrollment
30,673Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
859
Undergrads Over 25
4%
Pell Grant
27%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
305 responses
Studious, but fun
38%
Studious and driven; passionate about something
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Studious, fun, and passionate
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Competitive at certain majors, individualistic
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Studious
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Welcoming & fun
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Bicyclist
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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66%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.462 responses
Poll
59%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.541 responses
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What one word or phrase best describes your school?
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327 responses
Bikes
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Community
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Environmental
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Academic
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Beautiful
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Unique
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Fast-paced
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$58,200/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
86%
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Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
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72%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.197 responses
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University of California - Davis Reviews
Rating 3.9 out of 5 5,648 reviews
Rating 3 out of 5
I liked meeting the students! Davis is pretty isolated, and there wasn't too much to do unless you traveled outside of Davis. Most of my enjoyable memories were from when I met new people and got to know them better. I met some friends that I know will impact me for the rest of my life. I am and will always be forever grateful for them. There were so many new perspectives that I was introduced to, and I feel that they made me more solidified in who I am and who I want to be. I do wish that I had more time to explore my interests both socially and academically, but I'm glad that to some extent I did this. I also found that while the students were fairly united in their preferences for some things, the university itself wasn't the most perceptive to student requests and concerns. My only suggestion for the university would be for it to take the time to listen to its students, especially if the students feel strongly about what they are bringing attention to.
- Senior
- 11 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
As an international student from India, I can confidently say that UC Davis offers an exceptional experience. The campus provides a welcoming and inclusive environment, making it easy for students from diverse backgrounds to feel at home. The academic programs are top-notch, with dedicated faculty who are experts in their fields. The campus facilities are modern and well-equipped, providing ample resources for both learning and recreation. Additionally, the university's location in California offers numerous opportunities for internships, research, and cultural exploration. Overall, UC Davis has exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to any prospective student seeking a world-class education.
- Freshman
- 26 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
It is a great environment, everyone is very nice! Professors are decent, although many don't record lectures or provide lecture notes.
- Junior
- 8 days ago
