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University of California-Santa Cruz How to Apply

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Earning a place at University of California-Santa Cruz requires a standout application — review the admission guidelines below and make sure your submission distinguishes itself.

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Key Application Details

Application Undergraduate Fee $80
Online Application Website admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply-now.html

Academic Factors in Admission

GPA Required
Secondary School Rank Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Record Required
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.) Neither required nor recommended
College-Preparatory Program Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended

What Credits Are Accepted

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted? Implied no
Dual-Credit Classes Yes
Life Experience Credits Implied no

How to Reach the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website admissions.ucsc.edu/
Admissions Office Address 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95064-1011
Admissions Department Phone (831) 459-0111

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