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University of California - Davis

#30 in Top Public Universities in America
  • 4 Year
  • Davis, CA
  • 4,467 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A
    2. Value
      A+
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      A-
    5. Athletics
      A-
    6. Party Scene
      B+
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      B+
    9. Dorms
      A-
    10. Campus Food
      A
    11. Student Life
      A
    12. Safety
      B
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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 29,284 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the UC Davis acceptance rate is 41%. Popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Economics, and Managerial Economics. Graduating 86% of students, UC Davis alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $40,400.
    ucdavis.edu
    (530) 752-1011
    One Shields Avenue
    Davis, CA 95616
    Branch of
    University of California System
    About University of California - Davis...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Big Sky Conference
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    University of California - Davis Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    41%
    Application Deadline
    November 30
    SAT Range
    1160-1400
    ACT Range
    24-32
    Application Fee
    $70
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $15,724/ 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
    $20,415/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    67%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    20:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    77%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.264 responses
    43%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.322 responses
    43%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.322 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Research and Experimental Psychology
      753 Graduates
    • Economics
      666 Graduates
    • Managerial Economics
      580 Graduates
    • Neuroscience and Neurobiology
      432 Graduates
    • Computer Science
      326 Graduates
    • Communications
      325 Graduates
    • Biology
      295 Graduates
    • Animal Sciences and Husbandry
      291 Graduates
    • Human Development
      279 Graduates
    • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
      232 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    29,284Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    782
    Undergrads Over 25
    6%
    Pell Grant
    32%
    Varsity Athletes
    2%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 218 responses
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    • Studious, but fun
      45%
    • Studious and driven; passionate about something
      22%
    • Studious
      7%
    • Competitive at certain majors, individualistic
      6%
    • Studious, fun, and passionate
      5%
    • Asian
      4%
    • Bicyclist
      3%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
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    Poll
    67%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.366 responses
    Poll
    57%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.445 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 231 responses
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    • Bikes
      40%
    • Environmental
      14%
    • Community
      13%
    • Academic
      11%
    • Beautiful
      10%
    • Unique
      4%
    • Fulfilling
      3%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $58,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    86%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    72%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.185 responses
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    University of California - Davis Reviews

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    University of California Davis is the place for me, and it just might be the place for you! It is a place characterized by students who care about learning and are eager to help out each other. The professors and TAs are consistently passionate about their research and their teaching, and want their students to succeed. The campus is a warm friendly environment, filled with trees and nature and opportunities galore. The location is ideal, with davis being a lovely college town with quick access to Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco among other locations. Transportation on campus is easy, with reliable bus and train transportation and a strong bicycle culture. UC Davis is a beautiful haven of learning and passion, and is truly a gem for anyone looking at college!
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    Don't let the 3 stars fool you. I loved Davis and still cherish my days in Davis. I have many fond memories of making new friends and being helped by friendly people around Davis. People are chill and very nice!

    The area is quiet and the university generally has very friendly students and staff. You MUST know how to bike and know how to avoid other bikers if you don't. It's like a rite of passage to get into at least one bike accident before graduating. The university and downtown is bike friendly (smooth, flat, and places to park your bike) HOWEVER, it's also easy to get your bike stolen.

    The classes are rigorous and I (and the majority of my friends from various majors) never got used to the 10 weeks quarter system. It's difficult to learn a subject in 10 weeks and the university never gave the students a dead week, let alone a dead day! Just know this before you come.
    If you are looking to attend a university with a nurturing and encouraging environment, UC Davis is the place for you! Undergraduate students have so many research and extra-curricular opportunities; you truly feel that the school values its undergraduate students and wants them to excel. For the most part, all of the professors you will get are extremely capable and passionate teachers as well.