Why students look here
- Strong life sciences and agriculture-related programs
- Distinct college-town environment (less urban than many other UC campuses)
- Good fit for students who want rigorous academics alongside a balanced campus life
Public research university
Davis, CA
University of California, Davis
UC Davis is a public research university in Davis, known for strong life sciences, agriculture-focused pathways, veterinary options, and engineering—set in a classic bike-friendly college town feel.
Focus areasBiology · Agriculture · Veterinary pathways · Engineering · College town
At a glance
Fast facts for this college
Acceptance rate41.8%
Avg net price$14,741
Median earnings$80,838
SAT / ACTN/A
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Profiles reporting this college1Across approved acceptd profiles
Accepted profiles1Students on acceptd who reported an admit here
Observed admit share100.0%Among acceptd profiles that reported this college
Accepted outcomes recorded1Total admit outcomes stored in acceptd
Current major signal
Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior/Pre-Med
About this school
School typePublic research university
Campus settingCollege town
Student-faculty ratio22:1
Official snapshot
In-state tuition$16,774
Out-of-state tuition$50,974
SAT / ACTN/A
Campus diversity
Total student population32,253
Student-faculty ratio22:1
Enrollment mix
Full-time98%
Part-time2%
Race and ethnicity
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Best fit for students who want
UC Davis is a strong match for students drawn to biology, agriculture, veterinary pathways, and engineering within a classic college-town setting. It’s especially appealing to learners who want both strong academics and an active, bike-friendly campus culture.
Academic stylePublic research university
Campus feelCollege town
Known areasBiology + Agriculture
Current Acceptd major signalNeurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior/Pre-Med
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