Santa Clara University
Location: Santa Clara, CA (suburban, small city)
Size: 5,608 students
Avg percent need-met: 89%
Acceptance rate: 51%
Middle 50% ACT: 28-32 **test optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1280-1430 **test optional**
Santa Clara has a beautiful, eco-friendly campus located in Silicon Valley. They have strong connections to technology, are a leader in sustainability, and passionately pursue social justice. They place an emphasis on study abroad and holistic learning, boasting small class sizes and knowledgeable, caring professors. Santa Clara also has an exceptional alumni network with many career opportunities post-undergrad.
Popular majors / known for: Business, Economics, Engineering
Academic approach: Research university with Jesuit tradition
Fun fact: The Forge is a ½ acre organic garden that’s also a hub for sustainable food system education.
Check out campus photos here!
Opportunities for Tech/CS
Offered as a Bachelor of Arts through the College of Arts and Sciences and a Bachelor of Science through the School of Engineering, which also has a 5-year Bachelors/Masters degree program
Activities and resources such as the Frugal Innovation Hub and Hack for Humanity engage students in solving humanitarian problems through technology
Small department and classes allow interactive and engaging learning
Location in Silicon Valley provides a lot of networking and internship opportunities
Application Details
RD deadline: January 7th
Early Action deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $70 (waivers available)
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due February 1st
Interviews: not considered
School also featured in: West Coast Schools