Admissions

UC Santa Cruz students are making a world of difference.

Undergraduate admissions

Undergraduates enjoy access to 65 majors across five divisions and the opportunity to conduct original research on their own or with faculty mentoring.

Graduate admissions

UC Santa Cruz offers 65 graduate programs with students exploring connections between related fields.

Silicon Valley building

UC Santa Cruz Extension

In the heart of Silicon Valley, UCSC Extension offers an accredited, convenient, and attractively priced alternative to degree programs.

UCSC Summer Session

Summer Session at UCSC provides students with the opportunity to fill in a needed class or try something different during a beautiful time of year.

Financial aid and scholarships

The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office works with students and families to make college more affordable, with more than $270 million in aid distributed yearly.

About UCSC

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the intimacy of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.

Academic Divisions

Looking for a specific division, undergraduate major, or graduate program?

The Colleges

UCSC residential learning colleges provide students with academic support, activities, and events that enhance the intellectual and social life of the campus.

Support UCSC

Learn more about the need for private gifts — and please consider making a gift today.