University of California-Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California · City: SmallOfficial Website ↗
Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →
University of California-Santa Cruz is a public four-year university located in Santa Cruz, California. With 17,812 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 63%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $11,834 per year ($42,611 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 74%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.
The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.
- ✓Strong 6-year graduation rate of 74%, above the national average of 63%
- ✓Publicly funded institution — tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
- ·Room and board costs ($20,100/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost, and students who prioritize colleges with a strong record of graduate completion.
All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.
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