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Public4-Yearlarge campus
University of California-Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
3.7Very Good
63%
Open Admissions
76%
Graduation
About University of California-Santa Cruz
University of California-Santa Cruz is a public four-year institution located in Santa Cruz, California. With an enrollment of approximately 17,812 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 63%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 76%. Graduates earn a median salary of $68,396 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $16,607 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
63%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
76%
Enrollment
17,812
Total students
Median Earnings
$68,396
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$14,560
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$45,337
Per year
Average Net Price
$16,607
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$45,337/yr
In-State Tuition$14,560/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$16,607/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$66,428
10-Year Earnings
$683,960
ROI Multiple
10.3×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of California-Santa Cruz
Student Outcomes
76%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$68k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
17,812
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
