by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SCU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SCU measures up.
SCU is ranked #3,200 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within California, it ranks #302 of 304 for value.
Among the majors SCU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Hardware Engineering | #7 of 7 |
| Mathematics & Computer Science | #16 of 16 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #16 of 16 |
| Accounting / Finance | #43 of 43 |
| Accounting and Business/Management | #43 of 43 |
| Human Resources | #50 of 50 |
| Organizational Behavior Studies | #50 of 50 |
| Economics | #89 of 89 |
| Business Economics | #89 of 89 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | #89 of 89 |
Read the full SCU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Santa Clara University is ranked #2 out of #346 in California for quality and #302 out of #304 for California value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SCU financial aid page to be sure.
Santa Clara University is ranked #3,200 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Santa Clara University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SCU costs about $59,075. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $236,300 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $82,251 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $50,062 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $59,075 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $236,300 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SCU net price and the factors that affect it.
What SCU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SCU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $329,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $236,300 | #3,200 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $200,248 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $329,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $236,300 | #302 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $200,248 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SCU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $36,094 |
| $30K–$48K | $51,894 |
| $48K–$75K | $41,599 |
| $75K–$110K | $30,672 |
| Over $110K | $60,212 |
About 72% of SCU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,294 per year. Get more details on the SCU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average SCU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.