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A place like no other
A global research university, UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ is part of the world’s most celebrated system of public higher education, and stands among the leading institutions of higher learning.
The campus rests among redwood forests on former ranchlands above the city of Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ and the Pacific Ocean—both of which provide opportunities for study, research, and recreation.
We invite you to find your voice at UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ—which is not just a place, but a ߣߣÊÓƵ of learning that spans the globe.
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17,312
Undergraduate students
1,861
Graduate students
19,173
Entire student body
73
Undergraduate majors
66
Graduate programs
84%
California residents (undergraduates)
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Overview
UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ—acclaimed for high-impact research and a commitment to teaching and public service—leads at the intersection of innovation, social justice, and sustainability.
Leadership
As UCSC’s 11th chancellor, is committed to student success and guiding a purpose-driven campus ߣߣÊÓƵ.
Residential colleges
Our system of residential colleges—living and learning communities within the university—provides support for the whole student and makes their success a priority.
A place for all to thrive
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Diversity makes us better
We seek to embed principles of because we aspire to extraordinary outcomes in research, scholarship and creative activities, teaching, and other related pursuits.
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A campus sublime
Redwood forests. Breathtaking vistas. Trails to class. Room to breathe. UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ is famed worldwide for its jaw-dropping beauty.
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What does it cost?
Going to college is a worthwhile investment. that can help to bring a UC education within reach.
We’re united by our mission. Energized by our vision.
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A metropolis or
a natural setting?
Why not both?
Our sweet spot
UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ, located along the Pacific Ocean on California’s Central Coast, is uniquely positioned at the intersection of ߣߣÊÓƵ and agriculture. Just 45 minutes from the high-tech center of Silicon Valley and 25 minutes from the fertile farmlands of Watsonville, our geographic placement helps us live our social justice values, by developing ߣߣÊÓƵ for the social good and producing industry-leading research in organic agriculture and sustainable farming.
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Employment at UCSC
UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ—where the promise of tomorrow drives our best work today. .
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A campus with impact
The work of our students and faculty ripples out from UC Santa ߣߣÊÓƵ across the ߣߣÊÓƵ, the state, and the world. Examples span a broad range, from art exhibits on prisons, policing, and justice; to water conservation research; to releasing a draft of the first human pangenome. .
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