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University of California-Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, California, United States

University Overview

University of California-Santa Cruz is a public institution in Santa Cruz, California, United States. The 10 June 2026 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard reports 17,940 undergraduate students and an out-of-state tuition baseline of USD 50,205. Students in Nepal should verify current international tuition, program availability, entry requirements, English scores, scholarships, deadlines and I-20 steps on the official institution website before applying.

Profile presentation reviewed July 18, 2026. Institution facts can change and require current official-source confirmation.

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Santa Cruz, California, United StatesPublic
LocationSanta Cruz
Tuition50205
Est. Total CostUSD 41179
Acceptance Rate65.8%

Admissions Snapshot

English RequirementsEnglish-language requirements vary by institution, program and level. Confirm accepted tests, scores and waiver rules on the current official admissions page.
Acceptance Rate65.8%
Tuition
  • USD 50205
Fee and Scholarship NotesDisplayed College Scorecard amounts are institution-level federal baselines, not current international-student tuition quotes. Verify the selected program, campus and intake on the official institution website.
In-State TuitionUSD 16005
Estimated Total CostUSD 41179

Study Options

Institution TypePublic
Study LevelsUndergraduate, Graduate
Programs
  • Computer and information sciences and support services
  • Interdisciplinary studies
  • Biological and biomedical sciences
  • Social sciences
  • Visual and performing arts
  • Business
  • management
  • marketing
  • and related support services
  • Engineering
  • Physical sciences
Program Area Count19
Undergraduate Enrollment17940

Cost, Funding & Outcomes

Completion Rate75.1%
Full-Time Retention87.9%
Counsellor Note

Why This University May Fit

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Questions from students in Nepal

Frequently asked questions about University of California-Santa Cruz

Can students from Nepal apply to University of California-Santa Cruz?

International eligibility depends on the chosen program

What are the current tuition and admission requirements for University of California-Santa Cruz?

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