University of California-Santa Cruz (UC Santa Cruz) is a four-year, public school located in Santa Cruz, CA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The UC Santa Cruz's 2024 tuition & fees is $14,560 for California residents and $45,337 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 65% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $20,896.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 19,478 and the students to faculty ratio is 23 to 1 (4.35%).

UC Santa Cruz's acceptance rate is 63.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 10.00%.

UC Santa Cruz ranked 193rd in National Universities and 43rd in California Colleges rankings. University of California-Santa Cruz is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of California-Santa Cruz is $14,560 for in-state students and $45,337 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $14,855 for in-state students and $29,957 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,887 for California residents and $46,386 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,526 for California residents and $30,613 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$14,560$45,337
Graduate$14,855$29,957
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$14,887$46,386
Graduate$15,526$30,613

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »63.00% Acceptance Rate / 10.00% Yield
Graduation Rate »76%
Transfer-out Rate5%
Retention Rate88%(full-time), 52% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio4.35% (23 to 1)
Student Population »19,478 (17,502 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$20,896

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of California-Santa Cruz offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at UC Santa Cruz
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of California-Santa Cruz Directory Information

Address1156 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95064-1011
Phone831-459-0111
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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