Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University is a private Jesuit institution in Santa Clara, California, located in Silicon Valley. It offers undergraduate programs across arts and sciences, business, and engineering, placing a strong emphasis on ethics, leadership, and community involvement.
Acceptance rate
44%
Undergrad enrollment
6,484
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$75
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early DecisionEarly Decision I | November 1, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidED I / EA Financial Aid Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 7, 2027 |
| Early Decision IIEarly Decision II | January 7, 2027 |
| Financial AidRD / ED II Financial Aid Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Term Priority Transfer | March 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
At Santa Clara University, we value our diverse and inclusive community. Our campus learning environment is enriched by the lived experiences of people from different backgrounds. What people, places, events, or circumstances have shaped the individual you are today and how you could contribute to our community?
At Santa Clara University, we push our students to be creative, be challenged, and be the solution. Think about an ethical dilemma that you care about that our society is currently facing. This can be something happening in your local community or more globally. How can an SCU education help you prepare for and address this challenge?
Why are you interested in pursuing the [Division or Major] selected above?