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Santa Clara University
91.00
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STRONG FIT
Academic
39/40
Culture
23/30
Environment
20/20
Special
9/10
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Santa Clara University
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91.00
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39/40
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23/30
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20/20
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9/10
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Top Strengths Comparison
Santa Clara University
- 1 Perfect 10:1 ratio with small classes (15-35 students) and strong professor accessibility for needed academic support
- 2 Exceptional Silicon Valley location provides unmatched internships (70%+ participation) and 94% job placement with $75,000+ Business salaries
- 3 Ideal climate with 300 sunny days, 30 min to beaches, access to mountains/hiking - perfect for nature and sunshine lover
- 4 Strong Business/Marketing program (#68 nationally, AACSB accredited) with tech industry partnerships and digital marketing focus
- 5 Division I Dance Team with walk-on tryouts plus multiple club dance options (Lavish hip-hop, cultural teams)
- 6 NOT a commuter school - 95% retention rate, active weekends, vibrant campus community without Greek life exclusivity
Things to Consider
Santa Clara University
- 1 High tuition cost ($58,680) with moderate financial aid - 40% of graduates have $28,000 average debt
- 2 School spirit is moderate, not Big 10/SEC intensity - basketball games popular but lacks major football culture
- 3 Psychology and Pre-PT programs less distinguished than Business school, though still viable pathways
- 4 Required Jesuit theology/ethics courses - ensure comfort with Catholic mission-driven education model
- 5 48% live on campus and some students go home weekends, though campus stays active and retention is 95%