The University of California (UC) system’s acceptance rate varies by campus and year. For Fall 2022, UCLA and UC Berkeley had rates around 9%, making them the most selective. UC Merced had the highest rate at 89%. Overall, UC’s average acceptance rate is approximately 60%, but this fluctuates based on applicant volume and campus capacity.
Admission competitiveness depends on factors like GPA, test scores (if submitted), extracurriculars, and personal essays. Prospective students should research individual UC campuses for precise rates, as selectivity differs significantly. UC publishes annual admissions data for transparency.
