University of California at Santa Cruz
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of California at Santa Cruz
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of California at Santa Cruz is a large public university located on an urban campus in Santa Cruz, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 17,812, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 61%. The university offers 73 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 74%, and a student-faculty ratio of 22:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $11,834, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $42,611.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
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 enrollmentNo
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 Percentile25-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1160-1360
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
20k
Students enrolled
29%
Online student enrollment
22:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
28%
Unknown
2%
Black
2%
Hispanic
26%
Two or more races
8%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
22%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
32% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
5,803
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.29% online, 71% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,834 | $42,611 |
| Graduate | $12,264 | $27,366 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,315 |
| On-campus room and board | $18,785 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,692 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,697 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,191 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,839 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $33,626 | $64,403 |
| Off-campus without family | $35,037 | $65,814 |
| Off-campus with family | $17,988 | $48,765 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
32%
State Grant Aid
52%
Institution Grant Aid
57%
Pell Grant
32%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
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
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Golf
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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