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Enrollment Deposit
How much is SCU's enrollment deposit?
Santa Clara University requires a deposit of $500 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
84.70%
Santa Clara University is in the top 84.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
82.10%
Santa Clara University is in the top 82.10% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
80.50%
Santa Clara University is in the top 80.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is SCU's enrollment deposit?
Santa Clara University requires a deposit of $500 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
84.70%
Santa Clara University is in the top 84.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
82.10%
Santa Clara University is in the top 82.10% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
80.50%
Santa Clara University is in the top 80.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at Santa Clara University's website.
Student Population
Santa Clara University educates a diverse community of 9,960 students, with 6,340 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 3,620 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
9,960
Total Undergraduates
6,340
Total Graduates
3,620
86% Full-Time
14% Part-Time
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Student Population
Santa Clara University educates a diverse community of 9,960 students, with 6,340 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 3,620 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
9,960
Total Undergraduates
6,340
Total Graduates
3,620
86% Full-Time
14% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at Santa Clara University has a 44% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Santa Clara University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1420 and the average ACT score is 15.
Acceptance Rate
44%
Application Fee
$70
SAT
Students submitting SAT
25%
400
1600
1340 – 1500
200
800
660 – 730
200
800
680 – 770
ACT
Students submitting ACT
12%
0
36
30 – 33
0
36
0 – 0
0
36
27 – 0
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Admissions
The admission process at Santa Clara University has a 44% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Santa Clara University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1420 and the average ACT score is 15.
Acceptance Rate
44%
Application Fee
$70
SAT
Students submitting SAT
25%
400
1600
1340 – 1500
200
800
660 – 730
200
800
680 – 770
ACT
Students submitting ACT
12%
0
36
30 – 33
0
36
0 – 0
0
36
27 – 0
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Location
Located in Santa Clara, CA, Santa Clara University offers students a dynamic urban experience with all the advantages of a midsize city environment.
City
Santa Clara
County
Santa Clara County
State
California
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Midsize
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Location
Located in Santa Clara, CA, Santa Clara University offers students a dynamic urban experience with all the advantages of a midsize city environment.
City
Santa Clara
County
Santa Clara County
State
California
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Midsize
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About
Santa Clara University features a student-focused approach with a 10 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Roman Catholic values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
10 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Website
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About
Santa Clara University features a student-focused approach with a 10 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Roman Catholic values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
10 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
Santa Clara University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $50,551 with 75% of students receiving financial assistance including 11% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$50,551
Received Aid
75%
Pell Recipients
11%
$29,293.5 In-State
$29,293.5 Out-of-State
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Cost
Santa Clara University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $50,551 with 75% of students receiving financial assistance including 11% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$50,551
Received Aid
75%
Pell Recipients
11%
$29,293.5 In-State
$29,293.5 Out-of-State
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Demographics
The Santa Clara University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 53% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The Santa Clara University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 53% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
Santa Clara University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 91% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
91%
Outcomes
Santa Clara University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 91% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
91%
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