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Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University is a private, Roman Catholic university located in Santa Clara, California. It was founded in 1851 and is the oldest and largest private university in the Bay Area. The university offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including arts, sciences, business, education, and engineering. Santa Clara University is known for its strong focus on interdisciplinary studies, service learning, and community engagement. The university has a diverse student body, with a significant number of international students, and offers a range of resources and support services to help students succeed academically and personally.
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
8/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
66.67% placement rate
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Student Life
8,000 students (1,500 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Santa Clara, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.25, p25=3.2, p75=3.3 (n=2)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school