UCSC’s 10 Colleges

UC Santa Cruz combines the resources of a world-class public research university with a distinctive undergraduate experience characterized by our college system. Each college is a vibrant living/learning community supported by faculty and staff who provide academic support, organize student activities, and sponsor events that enhance the intellectual and social life of the campus.

After accepting the UC Santa Cruz offer of admission, all undergraduate students become affiliated with one of our 10 colleges. During the admissions acceptance process students have an opportunity to indicate their college preferences.

All 10 residential college communities are interdisciplinary and house students from all different majors. Although each college has a theme, they aren’t tied to a specific major or discipline. All 10 colleges are dynamic, engaging learning communities that offer opportunities for students to help build and shape their experiences.

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The Colleges Brochure
(PDF 890KB)

College Brochure: Quick overview of UC Santa Cruz's 10 colleges.

 

Campus Map (PDF 2.2MB)
Printable version of our campus map. Includes all colleges and dining locations (8.5 x 14)