Writing Placement at UC Merced
Incoming UC Merced students complete the Writing Readiness Review (WRR) to determine their initial writing course enrollment at UCM.
The Writing Readiness Review will be opening for Fall 2026 incoming students on March 16, 2026.
Students will receive the WRR link via their official UC Merced email account. Your official UC Merced email account ends in "@ucmerced.edu"
To log in to your official UCM email account directly, use this link: http://o365.ucmerced.edu
UC Merced’s Writing Readiness Review (WRR) is a tool designed to assist students in making an informed choice about their initial writing course selection at UC Merced.
Please keep in mind that a grade of C or higher in WRI 001 or self-placement into WRI 010 meets the University of California Entry Level Writing Requirement.
During the Writing Readiness Review, students will:
- engage with course materials (readings and assignments) from UC Merced's writing courses
- answer questions based on their experiences and confidence with reading and writing
- reflect on their past experiences with reading and writing
- upload or compose a piece of their own writing that they feel best represents their work
- learn more about our two first-year composition courses, WRI 001 and WRI 010
Students who complete the WRR and are still unsure which course is the best fit for them will have the opportunity to meet with a member of our Writing faculty before making their final enrollment decision.
Note: The ELWR must be satisfied either before beginning courses on a UC campus or during the first three quarters or two semesters of enrollment.
Additional Links & Resources
- Schedule an Appointment to Consult with Writing Faculty
- Writing Readiness Review FAQ
- Bobcat Advising Center
- UC Merced Admitted Students
For additional questions about the Writing Readiness Review, please email writingplacement@ucmerced.edu.
