Santa Clara University
Location: Santa Clara, CA (suburban)
Size: 5,895 students
Avg percent need-met: 81%
Acceptance rate: 54%
Middle 50% ACT: 30-33 **Test Optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1340-1470 **Test Optional**
Santa Clara University is a beautiful school located in Silicon Valley. They have a strong connection to technology, and the campus is eco-friendly with a focus on social justice. There is an emphasis on study abroad and holistic learning. Professors are knowledgeable and caring, with class sizes being small. They also boast a strong alumni network that students can take advantage of.
Popular majors / known for: Business, Economics, Engineering, Communications, Psychology
Academic approach: Liberal arts with separate schools of Engineering and Business
Fun fact / campus tradition: Spending time at (and pinning $1 bills to the ceiling of) the Hut!
Check out campus photos here!
Application Details
RD deadline: January 7th
Early Action deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $70
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due February 1st
Interviews: Not Considered
School also featured in: Tech/Computer Science