Overview
Student Population
19,457National Rank
#127| Location | Santa Cruz, California |
| Online | ucsc.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Santa Cruz, California, University of California Santa Cruz is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 52,969 prospective students applied, and 26,984 were granted admission. Of those admitted 4,048 enrolled in the school. 18,892 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 565 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $11,502 plus fees of $2,518. UCSC is ranked 127 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Very High| SAT | 1230/1400 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
$11,502| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,152 |
| Other Fees | $2,518 |
| Room and Board | $16,055 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,813 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,040 |
Out of State Tuition
$39,516| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,152 |
| Other Fees | $2,518 |
| Room and Board | $16,055 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,813 |
| Total One Year Cost | $64,054 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$50,400 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
73% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Biology | 14% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| Business | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110714 IPEDS survey data for University of California Santa Cruz.
