Overview
Student Population
8,642National Rank
#94| Location | Santa Clara, California |
| Online | scu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | 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 16,242 prospective students applied, and 8,107 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,391 enrolled in the school. 7,569 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,073 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $51,081 plus fees of $630. SCU is ranked 94 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Exceptional| SAT | 1270/1440 |
| ACT | 28/32 |
| GPA | 3.66 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 7, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$51,081| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,917 |
| Other Fees | $630 |
| Room and Board | $14,910 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,240 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,778 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$81,900 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
85% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 33% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=122931 IPEDS survey data for Santa Clara University.
