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Santa Clara University

About Santa Clara University

Santa Clara University (SCU) was founded in 1851 as Santa Clara College, a boys' preparatory school by John Nobili, S.J. It began delivering college courses in 1853 and by 1875 had enrolled over 275 students. The college was expanded in 1912 to include engineering and law schools, and it became the University of Santa Clara. In 1961, the university opened its doors to 75 female students, making it California's first co-educational Catholic university. In 1985, it was given its current name.

The university currently maintains WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) accreditation, and its varied programmes have been accepted by a number of prestigious organisations.

The Santa Clara University campus spans 106 acres in Santa Clara, California. It has excellent infrastructure and provides students with world-class facilities. Modern classrooms, well-equipped research laboratories, the Mission Santa Clara de Asis, a large library, a vast television studio, the Centre of Performing Arts, and the de Saisset Museum are among the facilities on the site. Students have a variety of accommodations to choose from, including 10 comfortable and spacious residence halls. It also has vast facilities for sports like as basketball, baseball, soccer, golf, tennis, volleyball, and softball, among others.

Santa Clara University Rankings

  • #53 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021
  • #1 Regional Universities West - US News & World Report 2018

Santa Clara University Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
MBA (1 Courses) 2 year USD 37380
Engineering (5 Courses) 2 Year - 4 Year USD 24943 - USD 52998
Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) 24 month USD 27234
Banking & Finance (2 Courses) 1 Year - 4 Year USD 49233 - USD 57575
Management (2 Courses) 15 month USD 46060

Santa Clara University Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Banking & Finance GMAT , GRE , TOEFL , IELTS , PTE , SAT
Engineering GRE , TOEFL , IELTS , PTE
Information Technology (IT) GMAT , GRE , TOEFL , IELTS
Management GRE , GMAT , TOEFL , IELTS
MBA GRE , GMAT , TOEFL , IELTS

Admission Standards - Elite

SAT 1280/1440
ACT 28/32
GPA 3.66

Applications Accepted - 48.8% 

Applications Due Jan 7, 2021
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $60

Santa Clara University English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

All overseas students must demonstrate their English language skills by uploading TOEFL or IELTS scores together with other papers when applying to the university. The official testing agency must send the university the results of these tests.

Test Minimum Scores Required (UG) Minimum Scores Required (Graduate)
IELTS 6.5 bands 6.5 bands
TOEFL (iBT) 90 79-80
TOEFL (PBT 575 -
Duolingo English Test 115 -

Santa Clara University Highlights

Type of University Private
Faculty Members 568
Percentage of International Students 11
Acceptance Rate 48.2 Percent
Campus Size 106 acres
Student: Faculty Ratio 10:1
Total Alumni 96,120
Minimum ELP scores TOEFL-79, IELTS- 6.5
Official Website Santa Clara University: Home
Employment Rate 85 Percent
Graduation Rate 96 Percent
Application Fees 60 USD

Santa Clara University Annual Cost to Attend

Fee Cost
Tuition $52,998
Books and Supplies $1,971
Other Fees $636
Room and Board $15,507
Budget for Other Expenses $3,717
Total One Year Cost $74,829

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
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Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

Santa Clara University Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 43,810

Postgraduate

$ 21,240

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 20,152

Campus accommodation

$ 9,804

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.