Santa Clara University admissions
Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara University acceptance rate
48.0%
9,105 of 18,970 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Selective. With a rate like this, Santa Clara University is a target or reach depending on how your profile compares with admitted students.
Key numbers
- Yield: 18% of admitted students enrolled (1,611 of 9,105).
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Common questions about Santa Clara University
What is the acceptance rate at Santa Clara University?
Santa Clara University admitted 48.0% of applicants (9,105 of 18,970) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Santa Clara University?
1,611 of the 9,105 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 18%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Santa Clara University?
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