Boldly Californian

The University of California drives the economy and improves lives through education, research and healthcare.

Degrees that bring a lifetime of benefits

From the classroom to the workplace, UC degrees equip graduates to succeed, lead and make an impact.

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Is college still worth it? We ran the numbers

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How real-world learning prepares students for evolving careers

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Data show UC alums in high-growth careers across industries

Nine undergraduate campuses, one application

Across our nine unique undergraduate campuses, UC students learn to ask questions, push boundaries, transform themselves and prepare to shape our collective future. Join a community of thinkers, explorers and dreamers — find your place at UC.

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About UC

#1
public university in the U.S.
85%
of UC undergraduates are from California
2nd
largest employer in California

Campuses and locations

UC is one university made up of 10 campuses, 6 academic health centers, 3 national laboratories and more. 

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Campuses

Each of our campuses ranks among the best in the world. Nine campuses offer undergraduate and graduate education, while one is exclusively focused on graduate health education. 

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Health centers

UC’s six academic health centers and 21 hospitals keep millions of Californians healthy across the state.

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National laboratories

We help oversee three national labs for the US Department of Energy.  It’s where cutting-edge science meets the curiosity and vibrancy of UC life.