University of California-Davis

Davis, CA · Public

Acceptance rate
42%
Average SAT
ACT midpoint
Enrollment
32,253
In-state tuition
$16,774
Out-of-state tuition
$50,974
Avg net price
$14,741
4-yr grad rate

Popular programs at University of California-Davis

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Research and Experimental Psychology.924
2Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.596
3Economics.559
4Neurobiology and Neurosciences.519
5Biology, General.418
6Computer Science.402
7Animal Sciences.368
8Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.350
9Political Science and Government.330
10Communication and Media Studies.293
11Sociology.291
12Design and Applied Arts.244
13Statistics.239
14Natural Resources Conservation and Research.227
15Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.222
16Cognitive Science.188
17English Language and Literature, General.187
18Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.167
19Mechanical Engineering.166
20Nutrition Sciences.136

Showing top 20 of 78 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of California-Davis?

University of California-Davis has an acceptance rate of 42% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for University of California-Davis?

SAT score data for University of California-Davis is not currently published.

How much does University of California-Davis cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of California-Davis is approximately $14,741 per year.

What is the graduation rate at University of California-Davis?

4-year graduation rate data for University of California-Davis is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.