Located on California’s Central Coast, 75 miles south of San Francisco and 30 miles southwest of San Jose, Santa Cruz is a medium-sized (population 56,000) town with its own vibrant personality. UC Santa Cruz offers graduate study in 34 academic fields and 46 concentrations. Many graduate programs have interdisciplinary components, and students are encouraged to explore the conceptual connections between related fields as they acquire mastery in their areas of specialization.

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Essential Program Details

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Deadlines

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Requirements

View the current application requirements, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, test scores and supplemental materials.

Instructions

The application to graduate school is made up of many parts. These instructions are here to help you navigate the application process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I send my transcripts? Do I need to take the GRE subject test? Can I apply to more than one program? Find out here!

International Applicants

Helpful information for our prospective international students.

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Our Mission: To attract, recruit and retain an outstanding cohort of diverse graduate students, while providing the highest quality educational experience possible as we support them towards their graduation and prepare them for successful careers.

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Information about the GRE and TOEFL tests and general study tips.

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Activities in and around Santa Cruz.

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UCSC-sponsored graduate school preparation programs for undergraduate students.

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Principles of Community

The University of California, Santa Cruz is committed to promoting and protecting an environment that values and supports every person in an atmosphere of civility, honesty, cooperation, professionalism and fairness.

What's Next?

A guide to graduate studies at the 10 UC campuses.