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Undergraduate Admissions

Grow beyond
your expectations

51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú is one of the most prestigious public universities in the world for a reason. The university and the amazing college town of Davis are designed to help you grow beyond even your own expectations.

How to get into 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú
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First-year admission

Take your first steps toward becoming an Aggie!

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Transfer admission

Get the information you need to successfully plan your transfer to 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú.

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International admission

International scholars can learn the requirements for admission and applying to 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú.

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Our rankings

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Ranked 6th nationally among public universities

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Admission resources

The admission process can be stressful. 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú has an abundance of resources to help you take the first step toward becoming an Aggie.

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Top academics
at an affordable cost

51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú ranks second among affordable elite colleges, and the City of Davis offers a low cost of living and numerous discounts to students to make the student experience accessible to all.

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Schedule a campus tour

Experience the beauty of campus in person with a student-led tour.

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Take a 360° virtual tour of campus based on your area of interest.

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Students walking into the 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú Memorial Union to start their day.
The Memorial Union at 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú provides students with several places to eat and study, an information center, resources for food insecurity, a book store, a Veterans Success Center and much more.
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There are many places in the Arboretum to study, relax or just take in the view.
Students chatting next to a food truck
The Silo offers many options for food including food trucks, Peet’s Coffee and the newly opened Silo Market.
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The Activities and Recreation Center is a 150,000 square foot destination full of ways to stay active.
First year students charging the football field
One of the great 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú traditions is the Running of the First-years, where new Aggies run into 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú Health Stadium together to show their spirit.
Foor students enjoy the sun and water of the 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú rec pool
The 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú Recreation Pool is open all Spring and is a great chance to get out in the sun.
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Students like Akira Hood get first hand experience at the Sheep Barn, where she can apply her skills as an Animal Science major.
Students ride their bicycles past the Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú
The Manetti Shrem Museum offers students and the public a place to admire famous artworks, listen to unique speakers, attend a class or just sit and soak in the creativity.
A red double decker bus rolls through campus during the Picnic Day parade
Picnic Day is a family-friendly event offered each spring where you can experience the richness of diversity and achievement at 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú, as well as the surrounding community in areas of research, teaching, service and campus life.
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The Quad is a perfect spot on campus to take a nap, hang out with friends or get some studying done as you enjoy the weather and the surroundings.
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Hammocks lining the Quad offer students a place to take a nap or just unwind after a busy day.
A horse drawn carriage rolls down east quad avenue on the 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú campus
During homecoming week students have the chance to hitch a ride on a horse drawn carriage!
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Greek life at 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú offers many opportunities to expand your social horizons.
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51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú has a multitude of comfortable and quiet study lounges throughout campus.
Maggie the Aggie storms the football field mounted on her pony
51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú loves school spirit. We have many traditions that allow our students to show their Aggie Pride!

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