The Program

UC Merced research student working in a laboratory

The goal was to add significant amounts of new teaching, research, housing and student life facilities in 2020.

The Project included 1.2 million gross square feet (790,000 ASF) of critically needed facilities. It doubled the physical capacity of the campus and supported enrollment growth. Construction began in October 2016 and was completed in Fall 2020.

The Project was completed in three phases between 2018 and 2020.

The effort included LEED Gold certified space and infrastructure, delivered in three phases:

Program Summary

The campus addressed two key needs: existing space limitations and future enrollment growth.

Academic Facilities

Includes research, instructional and office space totaling 373,400 ASF.

Student Wellness and Counseling, Recreation, and Student Life

Includes counseling, enrollment, dining and recreation facilities totaling 115,500 ASF plus outdoor space.

Student Housing

Includes 289,600 ASF and adds 1,700 beds.

Parking and Mobility

Includes 1,570 new parking spaces and expanded campus access.

Campus Operations

Includes public safety and environmental health space totaling 11,405 ASF.

Infrastructure

Includes utilities such as water, sewer, power, stormwater and telecommunications systems.


Map of UC Merced 2020 campus expansion