Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of California-Santa Cruz has a 63% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. University of California-Santa Cruz has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
63%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
68,845
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
10%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of California-Santa Cruz has a 63% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of California-Santa Cruz evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$80
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredNot Considered for Admission
Standardized Test Scores
Not ConsideredPersonal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Admission Statistics
68,845 students applied to UCSC. Of those, 63% were accepted (43,054 students). Of these 43,054 accepted students, 4,381 chose to enroll.
68,845
Total Applicants
43,054
Students Admitted
4,381
Students Enrolled
63%
Acceptance Rate