Visit UCSC
Where residential colleges encircle lecture halls and libraries, recital halls and theaters, studios and labs, overlooking the Monterey Bay.
Maps and directions
UC Santa Cruz is located in Central California on 2,000 acres overlooking the Monterey Bay. It is easily reached by major highways, with airports nearby.
Take a campus tour
Once on campus, you'll want to take a tour to experience all that UC Santa Cruz has to offer before beginning your own explorations.
Major UCSC destinations
McHenry Library, 10 unique colleges, Science Hill, the East Field, Quarry Plaza, the Farm and Garden, a Theater Arts center, and that's just a start.
Transportation and parking
The campus is best experienced on foot. Shuttles provide convenient transportation across campus and between the colleges and academic centers.
Take a virtual tour
If you can't make it to campus, take a virtual tour and explore the setting and many attractions of UC Santa Cruz.
University news
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May 9, 2023 UC Santa Cruz honored for innovative online Orientation Course
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May 9, 2023
UCSC part of regional partnership bringing bike share to Santa Cruz County
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April 30, 2023
Rejecting hate on our campus
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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.
