41%

Acceptance Rate

$20,415

Avg.Financial Aid

001313

FAFSA Code

University of California, Davis (UCD)

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Public

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Not applicable

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    WASC

  • Website

    www.ucdavis.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    38,167

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

#N/A

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Fax:

Address

One Shields Avenue

Rankings

It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a university and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the university has a ranking. Considered one of the best publications when it comes to ranking universities, Forbes has placed University of California-Davis at the 88th position on the latest list of top colleges. However, it is to be noted that the rankings are decided based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    30th Nov

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    41%

  • SAT Range

    1160 - 1400

  • SAT/ACT

    Required

  • ACT Range

    24 - 32

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    $70

  • Accept Common App

    None

The admissions process is moderately difficult albeit selective in its approach. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $70. The SAT score in the range of 1170-1410 would boost a student's chances of securing admission. A candidate, in order to take admission to University of California-Davis, must score 28 in her ACTs. But, in certain cases, those having ACT scores less than 24 are also given admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at One Shields Avenue, Davis, California 95616-8678, or call (530) 752-1011.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $15,724

  • Average Annual Cost

    $11,442

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $1,136

  • Other Fees

    $2,960

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for ooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $15,645

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $3,994

Total One Year Cost

$35,177

The next two things to keep in mind before applying to UCD are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $48,393. For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Doctor's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

20:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

92%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

71%

Academic Calendar

Quarter

Research Funding per Student

$17,945

Faculty Overview

60%

Male Professors

40%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Research and Experimental Psycholog...

    736 Graduates

  • Economics

    562 Graduates

  • Business/Managerial Economics

    558 Graduates

  • Neurobiology and Neurosciences

    403 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    345 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    342 Graduates

  • Human Development, Family Studies,...

    320 Graduates

  • Computer Science

    294 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    345 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    342 Graduates

  • Human Development, Family Studies,...

    320 Graduates

  • Computer Science

    294 Graduates

  • Political Science and Government

    253 Graduates

  • Animal Sciences

    249 Graduates

  • Nutrition Sciences

    217 Graduates

  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...

    201 Graduates

  • Sociology

    200 Graduates

  • English Language and Literature, Ge...

    191 Graduates

  • International Relations and Nationa...

    191 Graduates

  • Mechanical Engineering

    170 Graduates

  • Design and Applied Arts

    164 Graduates

  • Civil Engineering

    150 Graduates

  • Natural Resources Conservation and...

    142 Graduates

  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...

    136 Graduates

  • Chemical Engineering

    130 Graduates

  • Statistics

    127 Graduates

  • Biomedical/Medical Engineering

    122 Graduates

  • Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences,...

    121 Graduates

  • Romance Languages, Literatures, and...

    116 Graduates

  • Food Science and Technology

    112 Graduates

  • Engineering, General

    111 Graduates

  • History

    105 Graduates

  • Computer Engineering

    90 Graduates

  • Physiology, Pathology and Related S...

    84 Graduates

  • Anthropology

    83 Graduates

  • Mathematics

    80 Graduates

  • Genetics

    76 Graduates

  • Wildlife and Wildlands Science and...

    74 Graduates

  • East Asian Languages, Literatures,...

    72 Graduates

  • Chemistry

    67 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    67 Graduates

  • Biotechnology

    63 Graduates

  • Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astrona...

    62 Graduates

  • Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...

    60 Graduates

  • Microbiological Sciences and Immuno...

    59 Graduates

  • City/Urban, Community and Regional...

    56 Graduates

  • Zoology/Animal Biology

    46 Graduates

  • Physics

    41 Graduates

  • Applied Mathematics

    40 Graduates

  • Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...

    40 Graduates

  • Philosophy

    40 Graduates

  • Film/Video and Photographic Arts

    34 Graduates

  • Agricultural Production Operations

    33 Graduates

  • Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, an...

    31 Graduates

  • Landscape Architecture

    31 Graduates

  • Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomica...

    30 Graduates

  • Environmental Design

    30 Graduates

  • Natural Resources and Conservation,...

    30 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    23 Graduates

  • Music

    23 Graduates

  • Pharmacology and Toxicology

    23 Graduates

  • Area Studies

    21 Graduates

  • Cognitive Science

    21 Graduates

  • Botany/Plant Biology

    18 Graduates

  • Materials Engineering

    18 Graduates

  • Visual and Performing Arts, Other

    17 Graduates

  • International Agriculture

    16 Graduates

  • Classical and Ancient Studies

    13 Graduates

  • Forestry

    12 Graduates

  • Plant Sciences

    12 Graduates

  • Apparel and Textiles

    11 Graduates

  • Religion/Religious Studies

    9 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    8 Graduates

  • Agricultural Business and Managemen...

    7 Graduates

  • Marine Sciences

    7 Graduates

  • Science, Technology and Society

    7 Graduates

  • Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...

    6 Graduates

  • Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languag...

    5 Graduates

  • Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorolog...

    3 Graduates

  • Physical Sciences, Other

    3 Graduates

  • Electrical, Electronics and Communi...

    1 Graduates

  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...

    1 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

30,718

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

39%

Full-time / Part-time

98% / 2%

Students Gender

Male

40%

US National: 44%

Female

60%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

26%

Unknown

1%

Black

2%

Hispanic

22%

Two or more races

5%

Non Resident alien

17%

Asian

27%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

4%

Out Of State

76%

In State

20%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$76,621 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

N/A

Undergrads in College Housing

25%

Averege Housing Cost

N/A

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around N/A.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

N/A

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Gunrock (Mustang)

School Colors

blue and gold

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Big Sky Conference

Total Male Athletes

274

Total Female Athletes

296

Intramural Sports

12

Sports Club

40

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Soccer

Tennis

Track and Field

Water Polo

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cross Country

Field Hockey

Golf

Gymnastics

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Water Polo

Campus Security

Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by UCD. A candidate will be needed to pay a normal expense of $15,775 per year for living on campus. University of California-Davis offers a number of dining and meal plan options for its students. The university considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At UCD, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. There are around 39% male and 61% female students enrolled at the university.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$40,400/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$58,200/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$11,000 - $17,726

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$114 - $184

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

59%

Average Aid Per Year

$20,415

Students Receiving Federal Grants

33%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,929

Students Receiving State Aid

40%

Average Aid Per Year

$11,585

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

57%

Average Aid Per Year

$10,279

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$25,623

$30K - $48K

$24,719

$48K - $75K

$21,357

$75K - $110K

$17,597

> $110K

$5,096

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$2,234,065

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$18,809,409

In case the students at University of California-Davis face any financial issues concerning the fees and cost of living, and find the same to be high, they can seek help from the financial aid department of the varsity. It focuses on settling the issues that students face, and candidates can be assisted with scholarships, grants, and student loans. At the university, the average federal grant comes to be around $5,043, whereas the financial aid is $9,231. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $11,347 as well as institutional aid worth $9,231. At UCD, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $2,234,065 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $18,809,409.

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