Santa Clara University
Overview
Student Population
8,629
Best Colleges National Rank
#100
| Location | Santa Clara, California |
| Online | scu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Santa Clara, California, Santa Clara University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 15,061 prospective students applied, and 8,067 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,404 enrolled in the school. 7,383 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,246 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $49,233 plus fees of $625. SCU is ranked 100 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
Exceptional
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 1330/1480 | |
| ACT | 28/32 | |
| GPA | 3.66 |
Applications Accepted
53.6%
| Applications Due | Jan 7, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$49,233
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,854 |
| Other Fees | $625 |
| Room and Board | $14,487 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,240 |
| Total One Year Cost | $69,439 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$81,900 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
85% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 33% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Psychology | 6% |