Santa Clara University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Santa Clara University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Santa Clara University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Santa Clara, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,249, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 44%. The university offers 53 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 88%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $56,880.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
93.6% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
88% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentImplied no
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile30-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1300-1470
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
10k
Students enrolled
4%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
25%
Unknown
1%
Black
2%
Hispanic
13%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
14%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
8% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
6
Total Online Enrollment
399
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.4% online, 96% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
94% On-campus
6% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's20% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
10%
State Grant Aid
7%
Institution Grant Aid
72%
Pell Grant
8%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$64k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Water Polo
- Beach Volleyball
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 11 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History. | |||
| 14 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 15 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 18 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.