GPA Calculator for UC Merced
UC Merced is the newest UC campus and the most accessible. Great option for students wanting a UC education with developing programs.
3.35
Avg Admitted GPA (Unweighted)
80%
Acceptance Rate
GPA Requirements for UC Merced
The average unweighted GPA for admitted students at UC Merced is 3.35 with an acceptance rate of 80%. To be competitive, aim for a GPA at or above this average.
UC Merced uses the UC GPA system, which calculates Capped Weighted, Uncapped Weighted, and Unweighted GPAs from your 10th and 11th grade a-g courses. Our calculator automatically uses the UC system when you select this school.
Tips for UC Merced Applicants
- Target 3.2+ UC Capped Weighted GPA
- Complete all a-g requirements
- Show academic potential in essays
- Research opportunities available as a smaller campus
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Open the CalculatorLast updated: February 2026