SCU is a nonprofit private institution that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Santa Clara, California, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Nearly 8,700 students enroll at SCU per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Santa Clara University offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Engineering Technology
- Communications And Journalism
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to SCU earn an SAT score within the range of 1150 to 1350, or an ACT score within the range of 26 to 30. An estimated 60 percent of all applicant were admitted at Santa Clara University, with 19 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $43,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Santa Clara University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The SCU "Broncos" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Rowing (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students should take a look at the school's http://www.scu.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students SCU accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Santa Clara University has a total student population of about 8,700. The student body is made up of 62% undergraduate students and 15% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $45,000-$54,000 per year
- Per unit charges are around $1,400 for part time students
- The average estimated cost for on campus housing and meals is listed to be around $16,000
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 72% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $24,056 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 33% | $6,705 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Santa Clara University may offer services including:- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Day care for children
Graduation Rates
With a high graduation rate of around 84%, Santa Clara University is among the most successful schools in the area.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 77% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 6% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 0.7% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Law Program
- * Accredited by the American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar (since 1937)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Santa Clara University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-AAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (West Coast Conference)
- Basketball (West Coast Conference)
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Santa Clara University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Accounting (B, C)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Information Resources Management, Cio Training (M)
- Information Systems (B)
- Business Economics (B)
- Organizational Behavior Studies (B)
- Accounting and Business and Management (B)
- Entrepreneurship (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Web Design (B)
Education
- Secondary Education (C, M)
- Elementary Education (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, M)
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs
- Special Education
Engineering
- Computer Engineering (B, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, M)
- Software Engineering (M)
- Engineering Physics (B)
- Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- Italian Language and Literature
- German Language and Literature
- Latin Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Public Health (B)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Mathematics and Computer Science (B)
- Ancient Civilization Studies (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
- Programs for Foreign Lawyers (M)
- Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies (M)
- International Law and Legal Studies (M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
- Applied Mathematics (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (B)
- Environmental Science (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Christian Studies (M)
- Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology and Religious Vocations (M)
- Theology (D, M)
- Religious and Sacred Music
- Ministry
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Santa Clara University.
- San Jose State University in San Jose, CA (1 miles away)
- California State University - East Bay in Hayward, CA (22 miles away)
- University of California - Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz, CA (27 miles away)
- San Francisco State University in San Francisco, CA (39 miles away)
- California State University - Monterey Bay in Seaside, CA (49 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- See all colleges in California
- Compare other California private colleges
- Review a list of California Bible and Christian Colleges
Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Santa Clara University for official up-to-date information.
