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Enrollment Deposit
How much is UCSC's enrollment deposit?
University of California-Santa Cruz requires a deposit of $250 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
50.70%
University of California-Santa Cruz is in the top 50.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
38.50%
University of California-Santa Cruz is in the top 38.50% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
67.90%
University of California-Santa Cruz is in the top 67.90% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is UCSC's enrollment deposit?
University of California-Santa Cruz requires a deposit of $250 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
50.70%
University of California-Santa Cruz is in the top 50.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
38.50%
University of California-Santa Cruz is in the top 38.50% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
67.90%
University of California-Santa Cruz is in the top 67.90% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at University of California-Santa Cruz's website.
Student Population
University of California-Santa Cruz educates a diverse community of 19,478 students, with 17,502 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,976 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
19,478
Total Undergraduates
17,502
Total Graduates
1,976
96% Full-Time
4% Part-Time
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Student Population
University of California-Santa Cruz educates a diverse community of 19,478 students, with 17,502 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,976 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
19,478
Total Undergraduates
17,502
Total Graduates
1,976
96% Full-Time
4% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at University of California-Santa Cruz has a 47% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. University of California-Santa Cruz has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.
Acceptance Rate
47%
Application Fee
$80
How Do I Apply to University of California-Santa Cruz?
You can apply to University of California-Santa Cruz by going to the official application page and paying the $80 application fee.
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Admissions
The admission process at University of California-Santa Cruz has a 47% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. University of California-Santa Cruz has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.
Acceptance Rate
47%
Application Fee
$80
How Do I Apply to University of California-Santa Cruz?
You can apply to University of California-Santa Cruz by going to the official application page and paying the $80 application fee.
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Location
Located in Santa Cruz, CA, University of California-Santa Cruz offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Santa Cruz
County
Santa Cruz County
State
California
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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Location
Located in Santa Cruz, CA, University of California-Santa Cruz offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Santa Cruz
County
Santa Cruz County
State
California
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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About
University of California-Santa Cruz features a student-focused approach with a 23 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
23 : 1
Religious Affiliation
None
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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About
University of California-Santa Cruz features a student-focused approach with a 23 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
23 : 1
Religious Affiliation
None
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
University of California-Santa Cruz makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $17,975 with 65% of students receiving financial assistance including 33% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$17,975
Received Aid
65%
Pell Recipients
33%
$7,280 In-State
$22,668.5 Out-of-State
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Cost
University of California-Santa Cruz makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $17,975 with 65% of students receiving financial assistance including 33% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$17,975
Received Aid
65%
Pell Recipients
33%
$7,280 In-State
$22,668.5 Out-of-State
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Demographics
The University of California-Santa Cruz student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 91% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The University of California-Santa Cruz student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 91% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
University of California-Santa Cruz prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 76% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
76%
Outcomes
University of California-Santa Cruz prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 76% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
76%
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