BA/BS in Social Science
at Santa Clara University, Santa Clara

3.9 /5

(18 Reviews)

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BA/BS in Social Science
at
Santa Clara University
Overview

Santa Clara University offers courses at UG level. The course lasts for a duration of 4 years. It is among the top-ranked courses in the country. To be eligible for the course, the students must fulfil the eligibility criteria, which includes valid score in exams such as TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The Santa Clara University tuition fee for BA/BS in Social Science for the first year is USD 59,241 (INR 5,686,544). Also, the students have to make budget for the other costs which includes:

Rent
Hostel fees
Food
Books
Supplies
Utilities, etc.

The average Santa Clara University cost of living is USD 18,984 (INR 1,822,274).

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹56.72 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BA/BS in Social Science

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BA/BS in Social Science
at
Santa Clara University
Fees

To get admission in BA/BS in Social Science at Santa Clara University students need to cover tuition fees and living costs. The fee structure varies based on whether the student is domestic or international. For international students the tuition fee for the first year is USD 59,241 (INR 5,686,544). In addition to these students should budget for

Other living expenses
including
housing
food
transportation
books and personal expenses

These costs can differ based on lifestyle and personal choices. According to the data available the average Santa Clara University cost of living for international students is USD 18,984 (INR 1,822,274). Students can plan their stay accordingly. Since the cost of living varies from student to student it’s important to plan accordingly. For a breakdown of the Santa Clara University BA/BS in Social Science fees refer to the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 56,72,347

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 18,17,725
Books and supplies	INR 89,910

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.75036 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 8ᵗʰ September 2025

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BA/BS in Social Science
at
Santa Clara University
Entry Requirements

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Applicants must have passed high school with good grades

Minimum high school course requirements: History and Social Science, English, Mathematics, Laboratory Science, Language Other Than English, Visual and Performing Arts

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TOEFL

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BA/BS in Social Science
at
Santa Clara University
Rankings

University Ranking

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#59	National University US News & World Report, 2026

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Santa Clara University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

6% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Academically oriented

Fun loving

Liberal

Internships3.1

Part time work2.8

Post study jobs4.4

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.8

Value for money3.1

Public transportation3.9

Safety4.7

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3

Anonymous

MS in Information Systems - Batch of 2027

3.8

Good place for growth.

Tips: Santa Clara provides a balance of academics and ethics along the way. You can learn a lot if you are proactive and my experience included learning outside of classrooms as well. People are friendly and politically correct so you'll have to be respectful as well. Good place for those interested in technical fields although the job scenario is unpredictable. A lot of independence is expected from students as well but part time jobs on campus are limited so be quick to act if you're interested.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1850

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 105275

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Bioengineering - Batch of 2026

3.9

Enriching experience here.

Tips: Very supportive environment and everyone plays a role in your education here. The city is quite safe and peaceful with plenty of Indian restaurants and items available but the rent near campus can be a bit much. Not worth coming without a scholarship or work possibilities.

Likes (Safety): I've never really had to worry too much about safety while on campus. The space is enclosed and there's an app for emergencies and alerts. The campus shuttle also works till late and I've spent hours in the library and left at 1 am absolutely fine and safe.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1925

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100650

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Arts in Communication - Batch of 2026

3.8

Great student life in California.

Tips: The lessons and teaching style were very different from what I was used to. Here the interaction is way more multifaceted and assignments expect a lot of originality and creativity especially if you are pursuing a liberal arts degree. The weather is slightly dry but beautiful almost all year long and the Indian student community is very strong and present. Keep an eye out for deadline and campus events.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1700

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025Read more

Vidz

Master of Science in Civil, Environmental, and Sustainable Engineering - Batch of 2027

4.0

Great place to grow as a person.

Tips: Coursework here is challenging and heavily application based. The learning environment is supportive and engaging and you're expected to think out of the box. The best thing about SCU is the location as you're right in the hub of teach. Cost of rent and living is quite high so consider coming if you have strong internship or job prospects here.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Great professors and very involved faculty. I have greatly enjoyed my lessons and learnt way more than I had anticipated because of them and what I like the most is that they bring very real and relevant experience to the table which helps in giving us a real image of what to expect after university.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1650

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 109900

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology - Batch of 2026

3.4

My life in California.

Tips: The culture here is very fascinating and people both in and outside of the university are very hardworking. Lots of acceptance and diversity, so plenty of Indian representation, especially in terms of festivals, food and more. Some parts of the city are more expensive, especially when it comes to rent, so be prepared, and there are a lot of networking prospects if you find like minded individuals.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2075

Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 104500

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2025Read more

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