BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT UC MERCED
2019-2020
UCEAP Reciprocity Information
UC Merced Study Abroad
5200 North Lake Road
Kolligian Library, Room 101
Contact your advisor: Craig Harmelin
Reciprocity Student Resources
Visa and Immigration Information
International Students and Scholars (ISS) Office
5200 North Lake Road
Kolligian Library, Room 101
Contact your advisor: Becky Mirza
International Student Resources
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Reminders
- Housing is not guaranteed.
- Rental agreement last through the end of the academic year (June). If you leave your housing before the end of the agreement, you may be subject to a cancellation fee. Check all terms and conditions.
- If you apply for more than one housing option, accept only one. You will be financially responsible for all agreements you accept.
On-Campus Housing (UC Housing)
Undergraduate Students
Spring 2020 Housing Application
Application Deadline: Apply as soon as you receive your UCMNetID. Apply as a transfer level student.
Even if the deadline has passed, there still may be places available in campus housing. E-mail the assignments office if you are interested in applying for housing after the announced deadline. For the best chance of placement, include "any room type, any location" in your list of housing preferences.
Community Housing (Non-UC Housing)
Students should be aware that this housing is not UC sponsored or endorsed and that it is not advisable to rent before arrival when you can visit the rental in person.
Finding a Place
- Off-Campus Housing Frequently Asked Questions
- Off-Campus Housing Search Database
- Finding Apartments in the Merced area
Finding a Roommate
- Off-Campus Housing Search Database
"Roommate Wanted" is one of the listing and search features in this database. - UC Merced International Center Facebook page
California Housing Board
Dates
When should I arrive?
No later than
- Fall: August 25, 2019
- Spring: January 16, 2020
No earlier than
- Fall: July 29, 2019
- Spring: December 22, 2019
You may arrive no more than 30 days prior to the start date printed on your visa certificate of eligibility (DS-2019). Students who do not have pre-arranged housing should arrive as early as possible.
Start Date on Certificate of Eligibility (DS-2019)
- Fall: August 28, 2019
- Spring: January 21, 2020
Orientation
Fall: August 26, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: COB2-290 (campus map)
Spring: January 17, 2020
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: To be announced
Take the following to the check-in and orientation meeting:
- Visa
- Passport
- DS-2019 form
- I-94 form - a document you download from the Customs and Border Protection website after your arrival in the U.S.
Move-In Dates
Residence Hall Move-In Date
Spring 2020: Check your housing contract. Earlier move-in by arrangement is possible, check with Housing.
Temporary Accommodation Information
Non-UC Housing
Costs are subject to change.
Ground Transport to Campus
Costs and times are subject to change.
Enrollment Resources
- Department links
- Class schedule
- Course catalog
- MyUCMerced
- Enrollment instructions
- Registration error help
- Enrollment calendar
- Prerequisite clearance request form
My.UCMerced
- Use MyUCMerced to access your student account and enroll in courses.
- Once you receive your SID, click the "First Time Users, claim your UCMNetID" link.
- SID (Student Identification) is a 9-digit number assigned by UCM to every new student.
- UCMNetID is a unique identifier that you claim using your SID number and other required personal information to confirm your identity.
Get Duo
You will need Duo 2-factor authentication to access your UCM account.
Registering for Classes
Undergraduate
- Enrollment Time- Check "MyRegistration" in your MyUCMerced account for your appointment time. All times are California time.
Advisor Contact Information:
- School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts (SSHA)
- School of Natural Sciences
- School of Engineering
Graduate Students
Graduate students usually register after consultation with the department’s graduate advisor. Check with your host department for registration advising.
Student Account
Check your account regularly to pay your fees and avoid late fees.
- Log-in to access your dashboard: UCM Portal and pay your fees
Fees
Health Insurance Fees: Fees will be billed to your account each term. See Health Insurance and Services information.
2019-2020 costs and information are listed below.
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
You will automatically be enrolled in your host university health insurance plan. No action is required.
- Fall: $944.21 (undergraduates); $1,237.40 (graduates)
- Spring/Summer*: $1,321.91 (undergraduates); $1,732.38 (graduates)
Payment Deadline
- Fall: August 21, 2019
- Spring: January 15, 2020
Effective Dates
- Fall: August 15, 2019 - January 14, 2020
- Spring/Summer*: January 15, 2020 - August 14, 2020
*If you are a registered student during Spring semester, your Spring SHIP fee provides coverage through the end of Summer.
Immunization and TB Screening (Mandatory)
Health Requirements and Recommendations
Deadline
- Fall: August 28, 2019
- Spring: January 21, 2020
Waiving SHIP
To waive SHIP, you must apply for waiver by submitting documentation of comparable health insurance. Waiver must be approved by your host UC.
Waiver Deadlines
Students may return the waiver request form using the online form.
- Fall: May 1 - August 1, 2019
- Late waiver deadline with $50 fee: August 2, 2019
- Spring: November 12, 2019 - January 8, 2020
- Late waiver deadline with $50 fee: January 9, 2020
