Admission Requirements
The following are the specific academic requirements for SCU colleges and schools. Please review this information carefully and plan your high school curriculum accordingly.
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| History/Social Science | 3 years Courses such as U.S. History, Civics, Government, Psychology, Sociology |
| English | 4 years All courses of at least College Prep level will be accepted |
| Mathematics | 3 years required, 4 years recommended Algebra 1, 2, Geometry, and Pre-Calc required, through Calculus recommended |
| Laboratory Science | 2 years required, 3 years recommended Courses such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy, Physiology, Oceanography |
| Language other than English | 2 years required, 3 years recommended, 4 years preferred
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| Visual & Performing Arts | 1 year recommended A yearlong course in the arts (dance, drama, music, or visual arts) is recommended but not required |
| College Preparatory Electives | 1 year All courses of at least College Prep level will be accepted in solid subjects including religious studies
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Please refer to the how to apply page for a list of all items required in the application.
Santa Clara does not have GPA or SAT/ACT minimum requirements. Take a look at the freshman class profile for a sense of the GPA and exam scores of recently successful applicants.
You may also want to read our application review criteria to learn more about how Santa Clara's admission staff evaluates your application.
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