Official NCES IPEDS & Common Data Set Admissions Statistics (2025-2026 Cycle)
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University of California, Davis Acceptance Rate

Comprehensive admissions statistics, middle 50% SAT/ACT test score percentiles, GPA requirements, deadlines, and cost of attendance according to official NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

Official Acceptance Rate
41.8%

42 admitted per 100 applicants

Total Applicants
94,609
Undergraduate pool
Total Admitted
39,546
Offers extended
Enrolled Freshmen
6,100
Yield: 15.4%
Middle 50% SAT
1280-1460
25th-75th Percentile
Middle 50% ACT
26-32
Composite score
Average High School GPA
3.82
Unweighted 4.0 scale

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3.85
Composite SAT Score 1480
Harvard University
Institutional Acceptance Rate: 3.4%
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Estimated Admission Likelihood
6% - 10% (~2.4x baseline rate)
Reach (<35%) Target (35%-70%) Safety (>70%)
Academic Profile vs Middle 50% Benchmarks:
Your GPA vs School Avg
3.85 vs 3.98 Below Avg
Your SAT vs Mid-50%
1480 vs 1490-1580 Near 25th %
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UC Davis Standardized Test Score Distributions

Breakdown of the 25th percentile (bottom quarter) vs 75th percentile (top quarter) of matriculated students.

SAT Middle 50% Distribution

1600 Scale
Composite Total Range 1280 – 1460
Reading & Writing (EBRW) 610 – 710
Math Section 650 – 760
Current Testing Policy Test-Blind

ACT & GPA Academic Benchmarks

36 Scale / 4.0 GPA
ACT Composite 25th Percentile 26
ACT Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average High School Unweighted GPA 3.82 / 4.00
Estimated Class Rank Top 10% of high school graduating class

Application Deadlines & Admissions Plans

Regular Decision (RD) Deadline November 30
Early Application Deadline N/A
Early Admissions Plan Type None (Single UC Deadline)
Application Fee $80 (Fee waivers accepted)

Tuition & Estimated Cost of Attendance

In-State Tuition & Fees $15,309 / year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $49,509 / year
Institutional Type Public research university
Official Admissions Portal Visit UC Davis

University of California, Davis Admissions FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding admission requirements, GPA, and test percentiles for UC Davis.

What is the acceptance rate for University of California, Davis?

The official undergraduate acceptance rate for University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is approximately 41.8%. For every 100 applicants, around 42 students are admitted, according to latest NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

What GPA do you need to get into UC Davis?

Admitted students to UC Davis typically have an average unweighted high school GPA of around 3.82 on a 4.0 scale. Most successful applicants take rigorous AP, IB, or Honors courses and rank in the top quartile of their graduating class.

What are the middle 50% SAT and ACT scores for UC Davis?

The middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1280 to 1460. For the ACT, the middle 50% composite score is 26 to 32. Scoring in the upper 75th percentile significantly increases your admissions chances.

What is the application deadline for University of California, Davis?

The regular decision application deadline for University of California, Davis is November 30. Early applicants typically submit their materials by N/A under the None (Single UC Deadline) admissions plan.

Is UC Davis test-optional in 2025-2026?

University of California, Davis's testing policy status: Test-Blind. Please verify program-specific requirements on the official admissions portal before submitting.