College profile

University of California-Santa Cruz: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of California-Santa Cruz admits about 65.8% of applicants.

  1. See University of California-Santa Cruz's key stats below.
  2. Check whether your SAT score is a Reach, In Range, or Likely.
  3. Compare University of California-Santa Cruz with another college on your list.
Acceptance rate 65.8%
SAT range Not reported
Net price $18,549
Graduation rate 73.7%

University of California-Santa Cruz At a Glance

LocationSanta Cruz, California
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment17,940
Acceptance Rate65.8%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)Not reported
SAT Range (Math)Not reported
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)Not reported
Average SAT (Combined)Not reported
ACT RangeNot reported
Average Net Price$18,549/yr
Tuition (In-State)$16,585/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$54,187/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate73.7%
Full-Time Retention Rate88%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$73,362
Median Debt at Completion$15,000

How University of California-Santa Cruz Compares

University of California-Santa Cruz is more selective than about 68% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 17,940 students, it is larger than about 56% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of California-Santa Cruz's acceptance rate?

University of California-Santa Cruz's acceptance rate is about 65.8%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of California-Santa Cruz?

SAT score data for University of California-Santa Cruz is not currently reported by the College Scorecard.

Does University of California-Santa Cruz require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of California-Santa Cruz's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of California-Santa Cruz?

The average net price reported for University of California-Santa Cruz is $18,549 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of California-Santa Cruz's official site.