University of California-Merced: programs, outcomes and local jobs

University of California-Merced at a glance

• 8,372

  students enrolled

• 2,019

  degrees and certificates a year

• 69%

  of students complete

  College Scorecard

• $11,983

  average net price a year

  Tuition $11,834 in state, $42,611 out of state

• $48,475

  median earnings, 6 years after entry

• $64,368

  median earnings, 10 years after entry

  91% working

What students study

AI and data programs

University of California-Merced reported no degrees or certificates in artificial intelligence, data science, data analytics or robotics for 2024. A new program with no graduates yet would not appear here.

The job market around University of California-Merced

Professional jobs listed in the cities of Merced County, where the college is.

• 14

  open professional jobs

• 2

  entry level

• 0%

  ask for AI skills

  0 jobs

• 8.1%

  unemployment in Merced County

  2026-09 · down 0.3 points from a year earlier

• $65,044

  median household income

  Merced County

• 26%

  of workers are in professional jobs

  estimated 4.9% unemployment among them

Jobs that fit what students study here: most degrees are in engineering, psychology, biological sciences, which lead to engineering (2 open), operations (2 open).

Hiring most: CommonSpirit Health (2), Merced Community College (2), Sensient Technologies (2), Brightpath Associates (1), CommonSpirit Health (1), Foster Farms (1), Jackson Therapy Partners (1), Jain Farm Fresh Foods (1).

What they hire for: Finance (4), Engineering (2), Operations (2), Clinical (1), Executive Leadership (1), Fundraising & development (1). Finance jobs

Job search help near campus

Workforce board: PROSPERO WORKFORCE BOARD.

• EDD Merced WSB / Merced County WorknetMerced · Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; First Thursday of every month 8:00 am - 7:00 pm.
• Prospero at Breaking BarriersLos Banos · 209-724-6043 · Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

American Job Centers are free, public career offices.

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Common questions

How big is University of California-Merced?

University of California-Merced enrolls about 8,372 students and is a public 4-year institution in Merced, California. It awards about 2,019 degrees and certificates a year.

What is the graduation rate at University of California-Merced?

69% of students complete, from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (IPEDS 2023 / Scorecard 2026-06).

What do University of California-Merced graduates earn?

Median earnings of students who received federal aid are $48,475 six years after entry and $64,368 ten years after entry, from the College Scorecard.

Does University of California-Merced offer AI or data science degrees?

University of California-Merced reported no degrees or certificates in artificial intelligence, data science, data analytics or robotics for 2024 (IPEDS completions). A new program with no graduates yet would not appear.

Are there jobs near University of California-Merced?

14 open professional jobs are listed in Merced County, 2 of them entry level and 0 saying no experience is needed. CommonSpirit Health has the most openings.