by our College Data Analytics TeamA traditional college student is defined as being between the ages of 18-21. At UC Merced, 79.3% of undergraduate students fall into that category, compared to the national average of 60%.
| Student Age Group | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3,948 | 43.3% |
| 20-21 | 3,275 | 35.9% |
| 22-24 | 776 | 8.5% |
| 25-29 | 489 | 5.4% |
| Under 18 | 309 | 3.4% |
| 30-34 | 184 | 2.0% |
| 35 and over | 129 | 1.4% |
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