by our College Data Analytics TeamA traditional college student is defined as being between the ages of 18-21. At UC Santa Cruz, 75.5% of undergraduate students fall into that category, compared to the national average of 60%.
| Student Age Group | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 18-19 | 8,028 | 40.3% |
| 20-21 | 7,017 | 35.2% |
| 22-24 | 2,371 | 11.9% |
| 25-29 | 1,184 | 5.9% |
| Under 18 | 512 | 2.6% |
| 30-34 | 474 | 2.4% |
| 35 and over | 352 | 1.8% |
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