Open House
Come on Saturday, October 19 to meet the students, faculty, staff and mentors that make Santa Clara University a vibrant campus. SCU is where values, intelligence, curiosity and drive converge to create a community like no other.
Please make sure you have fully registered for Open House before booking flights and accommodations.
If you cannot make it to in-person Open House or want to learn more beforehand, scroll below to see our Virtual options!
Schedule - Saturday, October 19
Click on each time slot to see the sessions available. We can’t wait to welcome you and show you around, Go Broncos!
Note: All offerings may be subject to change. Spacing is limited and registration will close for any session one it has reached capacity.
9:00AM-9:45AM
Event and Description | Location |
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Welcome Greeting Hear from our Vice President of Enrollment Management, Eva Blanco Masias, a few Admission Counselors, and Santa Clara University students as we welcome you to explore our academic programs and co-curricular activities, and get a glimpse of what makes an SCU Bronco education a unique a valuable investment in your future! |
SCDI Courtyard |
10:00AM-10:45AM
Event and Description | Location |
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Academic Overview College of Arts & Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest academic unit on campus and offers areas of study in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences in addition to many of the core courses required of all SCU students. In this session, faculty and students will provide a general overview of the College, touching the unique academic and extracurricular opportunities available. There will be time provided for questions. |
TBA |
Leavey School of Business Overview and Student Panel
Learn about the Leavey School of Business and what the business school has to offer. Meet some of the Leavey Ambassadors and get a glimpse into the daily lives of Leavey students. A Q&A session will be offered at the end of the presentation. |
TBA |
Navigating an Engineering Degree: An Overview of Curriculum and Opportunities at Santa Clara University
Join us for an informative session designed to give you an overview of Engineering programs at Santa Clara University. We’ll explore the curriculum structure, key courses, and the diverse opportunities available to students. We will also include resources available to our engineering students such as the career center, undergraduate research, student organizations, and study abroad. This session will provide valuable insights into how the School of Engineering prepares you for success while at school and for your future in this dynamic profession. |
TBA |
Campus Tour
Join our SCU Student Ambassadors on a 45 minute tour showcasing many interesting spots on campus such as our Malley Fitness and Recreation Center, Benson Dining Hall, Arts Plaza, Library, and, of course, our Santa Clara Mission. Please meet your ambassador at the main fountain for the tour. |
TBA |
Housing & Residence Life Tours
Explore Santa Clara University's unique Residential Learning Community program. You will be provided a preview of programming and services offered in each unique living-learning environment including the staff who live in the RLCs - faculty, professional Resident Directors, therapist-in-residence, spiritual facilitators and and a myriad of paid student leadership positions. Each tour will show our two types of residence halls - traditional style and suite style communities. |
TBA |
Streamline Your Success: A Mock Application Review
Ever wondered how your favorite Netflix characters would apply to college? Join us as we bring these characters to life in our mock application review. Whether you're a fan of Stranger Things, Never Have I Ever, or any other popular Netflix show, our admission counselors will try to offer valuable insights into crafting a compelling college application in a more fun and engaging format. |
TBA |
Streamline Your Success: A Mock Application Review [en Español] Camino a tu Solicitud Universitaria: De la Idea a la Realidad
En este taller, ustedes veran el proceso de llevar una idea a la realidad. Con un consejero como guia, analizaremos tres diferentes solicitantes y ustedes tomaran la iniciativa de seleccionar a quien admitir, negar, y poner el la lista de espera. Através de estos ejemplos aprenderemos como ustedes también podrán descubrir cómo una visión puede convertirse en una solución real. |
TBA |
11:00AM-11:45AM
Event and Description | Location |
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Academic Overview College of Arts & Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest academic unit on campus and offers areas of study in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences in addition to many of the core courses required of all SCU students. In this session, faculty and students will provide a general overview of the College, touching the unique academic and extracurricular opportunities available. There will be time provided for questions. |
TBA |
Leavey School of Business Overview and Student Panel
Learn about the Leavey School of Business and what the business school has to offer. Meet some of the Leavey Ambassadors and get a glimpse into the daily lives of Leavey students. A Q&A session will be offered at the end of the presentation. |
TBA |
Navigating an Engineering Degree: An Overview of Curriculum and Opportunities at Santa Clara University
Join us for an informative session designed to give you an overview of Engineering programs at Santa Clara University. We’ll explore the curriculum structure, key courses, and the diverse opportunities available to students. We will also include resources available to our engineering students such as the career center, undergraduate research, student organizations, and study abroad. This session will provide valuable insights into how the School of Engineering prepares you for success while at school and for your future in this dynamic profession. |
TBA |
Campus Tour
Join our SCU Student Ambassadors on a 45 minute tour showcasing many interesting spots on campus such as our Malley Fitness and Recreation Center, Benson Dining Hall, Arts Plaza, Library, and, of course, our Santa Clara Mission. Please meet your ambassador at the main fountain for the tour. |
TBA |
Housing & Residence Life Tours
Explore Santa Clara University's unique Residential Learning Community program. You will be provided a preview of programming and services offered in each unique living-learning environment including the staff who live in the RLCs - faculty, professional Resident Directors, therapist-in-residence, spiritual facilitators and and a myriad of paid student leadership positions. Each tour will show our two types of residence halls - traditional style and suite style communities. |
TBA |
Financial Aid 101
Join us for a brief overview of the financial aid process including how to apply for institutional and federal aid. |
TBA |
Ayuda financiera 101
Únase a nosotros para una breve descripción general del proceso de ayuda financiera, incluido cómo solicitar ayuda institucional y federal. Este informativo taller le ayudara a navegar el proceso financiero que lleva la matriculacion universitaria. |
TBA |
12:00PM-12:45PM
Event and Description | Location |
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Academic Overview College of Arts & Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest academic unit on campus and offers areas of study in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences in addition to many of the core courses required of all SCU students. In this session, faculty and students will provide a general overview of the College, touching the unique academic and extracurricular opportunities available. There will be time provided for questions. |
TBA |
Leavey School of Business Overview and Student Panel
Learn about the Leavey School of Business and what the business school has to offer. Meet some of the Leavey Ambassadors and get a glimpse into the daily lives of Leavey students. A Q&A session will be offered at the end of the presentation. |
TBA |
Navigating an Engineering Degree: An Overview of Curriculum and Opportunities at Santa Clara University
Join us for an informative session designed to give you an overview of Engineering programs at Santa Clara University. We’ll explore the curriculum structure, key courses, and the diverse opportunities available to students. We will also include resources available to our engineering students such as the career center, undergraduate research, student organizations, and study abroad. This session will provide valuable insights into how the School of Engineering prepares you for success while at school and for your future in this dynamic profession. |
TBA |
Campus Tour
Join our SCU Student Ambassadors on a 45 minute tour showcasing many interesting spots on campus such as our Malley Fitness and Recreation Center, Benson Dining Hall, Arts Plaza, Library, and, of course, our Santa Clara Mission. Please meet your ambassador at the main fountain for the tour. |
TBA |
Recorrido Universitario
Únase a nuestros Embajadores Estudiantiles de SCU en un recorrido de 45 minutos que muestra muchos lugares interesantes en el campus, como nuestro Centro de Aptitud Física y Recreación Malley, el Comedor Benson, la Plaza de las Artes, la Biblioteca y, por supuesto, nuestra Misión de Santa Clara. Favor,de reportarse con los embajadors en la fuente principal para el recorrido. |
TBA |
Housing & Residence Life Tours
Explore Santa Clara University's unique Residential Learning Community program. You will be provided a preview of programming and services offered in each unique living-learning environment including the staff who live in the RLCs - faculty, professional Resident Directors, therapist-in-residence, spiritual facilitators and and a myriad of paid student leadership positions. Each tour will show our two types of residence halls - traditional style and suite style communities. |
TBA |
Forging Your Own Bronco Path: Transferring to Santa Clara
If you're considering transferring to SCU, this panel is an opportunity to hear directly from current transfer students. Learn about their experiences, ask questions about the transfer process and transition, and get insights into life on our campus. Discover how SCU's supportive community and resources can help you thrive as a transfer student. Don't miss this chance to connect and learn more about becoming a Bronco! |
TBA |
1:00PM-1:45PM
Event and Description | Location |
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Campus Tour
Join our SCU Student Ambassadors on a 45 minute tour showcasing many interesting spots on campus such as our Malley Fitness and Recreation Center, Benson Dining Hall, Arts Plaza, Library, and, of course, our Santa Clara Mission. Please meet your ambassador at the main fountain for the tour. |
TBA |
Housing & Residence Life Tours
Explore Santa Clara University's unique Residential Learning Community program. You will be provided a preview of programming and services offered in each unique living-learning environment including the staff who live in the RLCs - faculty, professional Resident Directors, therapist-in-residence, spiritual facilitators and and a myriad of paid student leadership positions. Each tour will show our two types of residence halls - traditional style and suite style communities. |
TBA |
The Perks of the University Honors Program
Learn about the application process and the benefits of the honors program. Hear from current students in leadership roles and working on their honors thesis projects. |
TBA |
College of Arts and Sciences Departmental Open House
Drop in to explore a number of spaces where students in the College of Arts and Sciences get hands-on experience in their chosen disciplines. Faculty and students will be present to talk with visitors and answer questions. Open spaces will include: studio art and performing arts spaces, our film studio, science labs, and the Imaginarium AR/VR lab. Pick up a map of our open spaces at the College of Arts and Sciences table at the Resource Fair. |
TBA |
Happening Throughout the Day (10:00AM-2:00PM)
Note that these opportunities do not require pre-registration.
Event and Description | Location |
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Academic Department, Campus Resources, and Student Organization Fair
Current Students, Staff, and Faculty representing all different components of our SCU community will be here to answer any questions you have! Learn about the supportive campus resources, meet with professors and learn about various academic majors/minors, and see the fun student clubs that you can potentially join! |
TBA |
Admission Counselors Available
Drop by our office if you have any questions regarding SCU and the application process. Our counselors are here to support you! |
TBA |
Bronco Bookstore Opened!
Grab some SCU Swag! The bookstore will be opened from 10:00AM-2:00PM. |
TBA |
Santa Clara Women's Soccer Game!
Santa Clara Women's Soccer vs. Pacific! Happening at 1:00PM at Steven's Stadium. |
TBA |
Virtual Open House
For those who cannot make it to our on-campus Open House, we still want to bring SCU to YOU! Virtual Open House 2024 will showcase our mission and vision of developing our 3 C's: Competence, Conscience, and Compassion through student panels representing all different aspects of Santa Clara University. Join us for one or all the sessions!
Open House 2024 Virtual Sessions
Event and Description | Date/Time |
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International Student Panel As a prospective international student, join this special session to gain insight about the transition to life at SCU in all facets - academically, personally, and professionally! |
Friday, September 26 (6:00PM-6:45PM PT) |
SCU 3C's: Competence Join a special student panel as they discuss how an SCU education fosters competence both within and beyond the classroom. |
Tuesday, October 1 (4:00PM-4:45PM PT) |
SCU 3C's: Conscience Join us as our student panel discuss the tangible ways SCU inspires and guides students and the overall SCU community to consider how conscious plays a role in a holistic Jesuit education. |
Wednesday, October 9 (4:00PM-4:45PM PT) |
SCU 3C's: Compassion This session features the discussion in compassion in many different areas of growth in our holistic education. Gain insight to how SCU students show empathy and care for themselves and others, both within our campus community and beyond. |
Thursday, October 17 (4:00PM-4:45PM PT) |
3 College/Schools Overviews
Santa Clara University offers a variety of Undergraduate Majors and Minors across multiple different disciplines and fields! Learn more about each of our 3 College/Schools. Click the button below to see what each department has to offer to you!
College of Arts and Sciences
Promoting discovery, deepening knowledge, & fostering artistic expression.
Leavey School of Business
Shaping leaders who change the world.
School of Engineering
Creating leaders equipped to face engineering & ethical challenges of the future.
By the Numbers
94%
OF SCU STUDENTS IN THEIR FIRST YEAR RETURNED
10:1
STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO
72°F
AVERAGE ANNUAL HIGH TEMPERATURE
91%
EMPLOYED OR ATTEND GRAD PROGRAM WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF GRADUATION
85%
4 YEAR GRADUATION RATE
23
STUDENT AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
100K
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