Santa Clara University - Ratings, Reviews & Ranking

Santa Clara, California, United States

4.2

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Overview

4.2
out of 5

Overall Score

100%

of those seeking jobs were employed in their area of study within 6 months of graduation.

71.4%

say the majority of the classes record their attendance.

85.7%

say they always feel safe on Campus

Academic Staff

5 Stars 12.5%

4 Stars 87.5%

3 Stars 0%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Campus Facilities

5 Stars 62.5%

4 Stars 12.5%

3 Stars 25%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Area of Study

5 Stars 37.5%

4 Stars 37.5%

3 Stars 25%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Administrative Staff

5 Stars 66.7%

4 Stars 16.7%

3 Stars 16.7%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Sports Facilities

5 Stars 42.9%

4 Stars 28.6%

3 Stars 28.6%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Social Scene

5 Stars 42.9%

4 Stars 28.6%

3 Stars 0%

2 Stars 28.6%

1 Star 0%

Reviews

 
Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Arts & Humanities
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Graduated
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 2004 

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?Yes

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Loved my time at SCU. I'd encourage students to explore the surrounding areas, get involved with volunteer work, and live on campus for at least 2 years. I don't know if I needed to go to this school specifically for my area of study, but I'm thankful for those 4 years. I'd also encourage students to take classes that challenge them and to not limit your focus. "
					
	24 May 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Social Sciences
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 2021 

		Specific Area of StudyPsychology

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?No

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Given the area that the university is located in, the cost of living can be quite high depending on the financial situation of students. I felt that I was well-supported by the faculty within the Psychology department, but I can't say for sure that all departments function similarly. Santa Clara itself doesn't have much of a social scene, so students tend to go to surrounding areas such as San Jose or Santa Cruz . Overall, I was pleased with my experience at SCU, but prospective students should note there are limitations within the school but to me, I don't think they are dealbreakers. "
					
	9 Sep 2024 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Other
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Graduated
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 2015 

		Specific Area of StudyPsychology

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Overall, great! Graduated in 2019, enjoyed all 4 years of it! I was able to spread my wings and try out different clubs. Most of my professors were amazing, and because of relatively small class size, I could get assistance with assignments and ask questions. Highly recommend! "
					
	7 Dec 2021 

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husky
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 2019 

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?No

 " Professors have been very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Resources like career development have been highly accessible and helpful. Strong education but not as much school spirit/emphasis on athletics as I had hoped for. "
					
	8 Nov 2020 

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Mac
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Prefer_not_to_say 
Started Here In :						

 2017 

		Specific Area of StudyBusineses management

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Santa Clara is a special place because it's in the heart of Silicon Valley and offers a wide variety of opportunities in essentially every field. The demographic of people who attend Santa Clara is primarily white middle to upper class, so that can be bothersome, but they also do have many minority and activist groups on campus to make sure that there is representation everywhere. The social scene is really fun, and the business department is great. The only department I highly don't recommend is the math department. "
					
	8 May 2020 

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