Verified College DataA Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with very high research activityNCAA Division III

University of California-Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, CA, United States

59% admit rate78% graduationpublic

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University of California-Santa Cruz is a public institution in Santa Cruz, CA. IPEDS-reported enrollment is approximately 4,155 students. The published admit rate is 59%. Out-of-state tuition is listed at $58,903 before aid. The graduation rate in federal outcomes data is 78%. CollegesRef separates verified metrics from this editorial overview — confirm figures on the admissions, financial, and outcomes tabs before making decisions.

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