$18,059/yr
Average net price per year, what students actually pay
University of California-Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA·Public · 4-year
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Overview
This school is accessible, giving a well-prepared applicant a realistic shot. Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $18,059 a year against a $44,047 list price, a 59% gap.
University of California-Santa Cruz is a urban public four-year institution located in Santa Cruz, CA. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 19,938 undergraduate students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Admissions
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Academics
Student:faculty
22:1
Avg class size (est.)
~55 students
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Costs
Sticker price
$44,047
Avg net price after aid
$18,059
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
61%
Avg grant aid
$21,866
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Student body
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Campus life
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Housing & living costs
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Location
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