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Undergraduate Admission 408-554-4700
Bursar’s Office 408-554-4412
Financial Aid Office 408-554-4505
Offices of Housing and Residence Life 408-554-4900
Disabilities Resources 408-554-4111
Drahmann Advising and Learning Resources Center 408-554-4318
New Student Programs (Orientation) 408-551-1995
LEAD Scholars Program 408-554-4439
University Honors Program 408-554-4439
International Student Services 408-551-7037
SCU Information Desk 408-554-4000
KEy EvEntS
Preview Days April 14 and 15, 2012 (Freshmen & Transfer Students)
Transfer Admit Day June 1, 2012
Transfer Orientation July 30, 2012
Welcome Weekend Sept. 15–16, 2012
First Day of Classes Sept. 17, 2012
Thanksgiving Recess Nov. 19–23, 2012
(Residence halls remain open during Thanksgiving recess.)
Fall Quarter Exams Dec. 3–7, 2012
Residence Halls Closed Dec. 7, 2012 (9 p.m.)–Jan. 5, 2013 (11 a.m.)
Classes Resume Jan. 7, 2013
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Undergraduate Admission500 El Camino RealSanta Clara, CA 95053-0513
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The Jesuit University in Silicon Valley
C o n g r at u l at i o n s o n y o u r a d m i s s i o n
Santa Clara University welcomes you to its vibrant community of friends and scholars. During
this exciting and rewarding time of your life, we invite you to learn what a Santa Clara education
can offer you and what it means to be a Bronco. We stand proud and committed to upholding our
national reputation for academic excellence. With the guidance of our stellar faculty and staff, we
are dedicated to fostering your intellectual and personal growth in preparation for your lifelong,
meaningful engagement with the world.
Our Jesuit, Catholic identity, focused on educating leaders of competence, conscience, and
compassion, will deepen your understanding of our great global society. Our commitment to social justice and care
for our environment takes place in many settings and activities on our campus. For example, our Residential Learning
Communities (RLCs) will regularly introduce you to important topics of our time through discourse with the faculty and
classmates you will live with, while our curriculum and academic research connect you to internship and professional
opportunities that abound in Silicon Valley—the capital of technology and innovation that surrounds our campus. And of
course, the plentiful opportunities for civic engagement, entertainment, and recreation through the many student clubs
and organizations will enliven your curiosity and fuel your quest for further discovery. Santa Clara University is indeed an
exciting campus.
This booklet is designed to guide freshmen and transfer students through the next steps toward becoming a Bronco and
help you fully transition into your first year at SCU. We encourage you to attend one of our admitted student events, where
you can take a closer look at our programs, speak with our faculty, and learn about the many opportunities that await
you. For more information about these events, see page 16. We also ask that all students register for their appropriate
orientation sessions that are held during the summer. Orientation offers you an opportunity to make new friends, register for
classes, and get excited as you begin this new chapter in your life.
Let no question about SCU go unanswered. For additional information, you can access our Admitted Students website at
www.scu.edu/admitted or call the Office of Admission at 408-554-4700 and the Office of Financial Aid at 408-554-4505.
We are here to help.
Once again, I extend my welcome to you with the highest of hopes that Santa Clara University will become your home
where you will enjoy the spirit of shared inquiry and a focus on the importance of building a better world.
Sincerely,
Michael Sexton
Vice President for
Enrollment Management
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Congratulations! We hope you will make Santa Clara University your home.
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A Commitment to ExcellenceSanta Clara University is one of the leading universities in the nation, supported by a 450-year-old Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person. Renowned for small class sizes, award-winning residential learning communities, and world-class career opportunities, Santa Clara’s values-based education provides the ideal framework for 21st-century social and global responsibility.
E n r o l l i n g At S C U
Y our acceptance to Santa Clara University is
an open door to a new and exciting education
and future. We’ve chosen you to join our dynamic
and diverse student body and be among the
brightest students at SCU. Here we outline
everything you need to do to reserve your spot
for September 2012.
YoUr eCampUS aCCoUntall steps to completing your enrollment—making
deposits, accepting or declining financial aid,
completing the Supplemental pre-enrollment
Information Form (SpIF), registering for orientation,
and applying for housing—are done online in
eCampus www.scu.edu/ecampus.
Your eCampus account was created when you
applied to SCU. You can find your eCampus user
ID in the lower, right-hand corner of your admission
letter. If you have forgotten your eCampus
password, enter your ID, select “forgot my
password” on the eCampus homepage, and
a new password will be sent to the email account
on record.
For eCampus assistance, contact the SCU
Information technology Service Center at
[email protected] or 408-554-5700.
Keep Up tHe GooD WorKWe were impressed with your application and are
eagerly awaiting your arrival on campus. remember,
your senior year or current academic term matters.
admission to Santa Clara’s freshman or transfer
class is contingent on a continued high level of
academic performance during the remainder of your
senior year or current program. Your final transcript
will be evaluated by the admission Committee. If
there is a significant deterioration in your academic
work during your final months of high school or
during the remainder of your current program,
please be advised that your offer of admission may
be rescinded.
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n E w S t u d e n t C h E C k l i S t
e know you’ve got many important deadlines to meet.
to help you stay on track, this checklist will guide your steps
toward becoming a Bronco.
WWhat I Need To Do
Confirm your enrollment by completing the following steps in eCampus:
Complete These Important Tasks By
Find More Details Here
Sucessfully Completed On This Date(you fill these)
❏ Pay the $400 enrollment fee (nonrefundable) maY 1 (Freshmen)
JUne 15 (Transfers)
page 3
❏ Submit the Supplemental Pre-enrollment information
Form (SPiF)
maY 1 (Freshmen)
JUne 15 (Transfers)
page 3
❏ Accept Financial Aid package maY 1 (Freshmen)
JUne 15 (Transfers)
page 22
www.scu.edu/financialaid
❏ register for orientation
NOTE: Reserve one of the six freshman sessions. Or, register for
Transfer Student Orientation.
maY 1 (Freshmen)
JUne 15 (Transfers)
page 18
www.scu.edu/orientation
If you are planning to LIVe on CampUS
❏ Select your top residential learning Community (rlC)
preferences
❏ Submit the $250 housing deposit, housing contract, and
rlC/housing Preference form
NOTE: You will not be able to request housing until you have
submitted your enrollment deposit. More and varied housing
options are available the earlier you apply and deposit.
maY 1 (Freshmen)
JUne 15 (Transfers)
pages 8, 14
www.scu.edu/rlc
www.scu.edu/housing
If you are planning to LIVe oFF CampUS
❏ Submit the Commuter rlC Preference form
maY 1 (Freshmen)
JUne 15 (Transfers)
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What I Need To Do
Confirm your enrollment by completing the following steps in eCampus:
Complete These Important Tasks By
Find More Details Here
Sucessfully Completed On This Date(you fill these)
❏ Submit official final high school transcripts and AP/iB
credits, or submit college transcripts
NOTE (for Freshmen): Send your final transcripts showing senior
grades and date of graduation to the Office of Undergraduate
Admission
JULY 2 www.scu.edu/ugrad/
applying.cfm
❏ Submit Disabilities resource documentation
NOTE: If you have a disability and will be requiring assistance as a
Santa Clara student, please send in the necessary documentation
to the Office of Disabilities Resources.
JULY 2 www.scu.edu/studentlife/
disabilities
❏ Submit freshman parking appeals
NOTE: If you have a medical condition that requires you to have a
vehicle on campus, please submit an appeal to Campus Safety.
JULY 2
❏ take the language placement exam if you plan to continue
study of a language; take the calculus readiness exam if
your major will require calculus
NOTE: Go to www.scu.edu/orientation/exams to register.
JULY 2 www.scu.edu/orientation/
exams
❏ Complete all loan and/or verification documents
NOTE: Make sure all forms and necessary signatures have been
submitted to secure your grants, scholarships, and/or loans. The
Financial Aid Office may contact you during this time to complete
these documents.
JULY/aUGUSt page 22
www.scu.edu/financialaid
❏ Submit proof of health insurance
NOTE: Enroll in SCU-sponsored health insurance plan,
or submit the online waiver form if you have your own insurance.
august 21 www.scu.edu/cshc/
insurance.cfm
❏ Payment deadline for fall tuition, housing, and fees
NOTE (for Freshmen): Statements will be available online
in eCampus on August 1. Billing/Payment information will
be discussed at Orientation and is available online.
NOTE (for International and Transfers): International and transfer
students have deferred billing for their first term at SCU only.
Statements will be available online via eCampus on October 1.
Billing/Payment information will be discussed at Orientation and
is available online.
aUGUSt 21
(Freshmen)
oCtoBer 21
(International &
Transfers)
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Y O U R F i r S t- Y E A r C O L L e G e E X P E r i E n C E
e are delighted to welcome you
to Santa Clara University and to the
challenges, opportunities, and pleasures
of undergraduate education. Santa Clara
offers many resources to support your
transition into the intellectual, social, and
cultural spheres of our campus.
pre-enroLLment In Core CoUrSeS as an admitted student you were asked
to complete an online Supplemental
pre-enrollment Information Form (SpIF),
which we use to pre-enroll new students
in Santa Clara’s Core Curriculum
Foundation sequences: Critical thinking
and Writing and Cultures and Ideas.
the SpIF allows us to place you in the
courses that best meet your graduation
requirements and match your interests.
We minimize scheduling conflicts, ensure
progress toward graduation, and
allow you to focus on choices available
when you register for your remaining
fall-quarter courses.
Beginning in the first year, our academic
programs encourage viewing issues
from many perspectives. Central to the
first-year experience are two-course
sequences built around themes such
as Civilization and its Histories, Cultural
Interaction, and personal Identity and
Choices. In one sequence, students look
at various philosophical conceptions of
the self throughout history and across
different cultures and then relate them to
their own sense of self and community.
In another sequence, students improve
their writing through research and
other activities related to their complex
relationships to food.
eLementS oF a JeSUIt eDUCatIonJesuit education is designed to help
you learn to think critically, reflect on
your actions and on the world, and to
act for the good of society. You’ll be
challenged to experience life beyond
the classroom. Getting involved in your
neighborhood, volunteering with a local
or national organization, and doing
work in other countries will help you
become a contributing member of the
global community. SCU will inspire and
challenge you in ways that go beyond
what you would find in most universities.
at Santa Clara, we educate leaders
who will have the knowledge, integrity,
and desire to go out and do some good
in the world. Consider the School of
engineering’s mission to send student
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members of engineers Without Borders
to tanzania, where they trained locals
on the use of solar power and
photovoltaic systems. Here on campus,
students are encouraged to post blogs
on ethical issues, with the best entries
winning prizes.
Santa Clara University’s Jesuit education
will prepare you and move you to make
the world a better place.
L IV InG anD LearnInG toGetHerto help you get off to a great start, you’ll
be a member of one of our residential
Learning Communities (rLCs) whether
you live on campus or commute. Students
in rLCs take core classes together,
study together, and engage in many co-
curricular activities together. For example,
as part of a religious Studies course
linked to their rLC, a group of students
recently took a tour of the murals painted
on buildings in San Francisco’s mission
District, with a focus on the connections
between religious diversity and ethnic
diversity. another rLC group organized
a trip to the tech museum in San Jose to
visit the Star trek exhibit—along with their
physics professor—and learned about the
physics of warp drive, anti-matter, and
transporter beams. Some rLCs feature
immersion trips such as travel to new
orleans during spring break to contribute
to reconstruction efforts still ongoing after
Hurricane Katrina.
Santa Clara’s rLCs provide a holistic
educational experience by bringing
together the academic, residential,
and social components of campus life.
Because all of our rLCs are multiyear
communities, each has developed its
own history, traditions, and distinct
character over the course of many years.
nevertheless, the rLC experience—
getting to know the staff and faculty
associated with your rLC as well as
other students—is the same for all of
them. When people share interests,
knowledge, and experiences, everything
that happens in the community is more
enjoyable and more enriching.
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A B O u t o U r R e S I d e n t I A L L e A R n I n G C o M M U n i t i E S
Learn More Find more information about each RLC at www.scu.edu/rlc.
All eight of our RLCs are multiyear. Two RLCs are full, four-year communities. The members of the other six are mostly freshmen and sophomores.
ll students, including those who commute, begin their Santa Clara careers as
members of a residential Learning Community (rLC). Upperclassmen who live on campus
are also members, and students who move off campus continue their rLC connection.
each community has a theme, which is broad and not connected to any particular major.
Students find that being part of an rLC connects them immediately to the campus
community and enhances the SCU experience.
as a member of an rLC you have access
to the residence hall that houses your
community, participate in rLC activities,
and may take courses with other
community members. these courses
fulfill Core Curriculum requirements that
all Santa Clara students need to satisfy.
What’s so great about being in an rLC?
Having a wonderful community of friends
close by and taking classes together
allows students to have fun and help
each other with schoolwork. Living in an
rLC helps you make a smooth transition
to Bronco life right away.
all new and transfer students must
submit rLC preferences, whether or
not they will live on campus. Students
accepted to the University Honors
program should indicate preferences
among the alpha, da Vinci, modern
perspectives, and Unity rLCs. For
LeaD Scholars, rLC choices include
Communitas, Cyphi, Unity, and Xavier.
If you plan to commute, the rLCs are
also for you and a great way to stay
connected. all commuter students are to
complete the Commuter rLC preference
form in eCampus.
tHe rLC SUpport SYStemrLCs offer a wealth of resources to
support your studies and your personal life,
such as a leadership team that includes
faculty, staff, and fellow students. each
team is headed by a faculty director (FD)
and a resident director (rD), and includes
resident ministers (rms), and an rLC
academic advisor. all rDs and rms, and
most FDs, live in the residence halls. the
members of this leadership team can help
you with both personal and academic
concerns. each rLC has a staff of student
Community Facilitators (CFs) as well as a
student-led community council, so you can
also help run your rLC.
HoUSInG DepoSItSthe housing deposit is refundable until
may 1. Cancellation after this date will
result in the loss of your deposit and you
will be charged a cancellation fee that
escalates as the summer progresses.
For further information about the regis-
tration process and cancellation fee
schedule, contact the Housing office at
408-554-4900, visit the Housing website
at www.scu.edu/housing, or email
questions to [email protected].
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Santa Clara’s Residential Learning Communities combine academics, social activities, and service within several broad themes.
A B O u t o U r R e S I d e n t I A L L e A R n I n G C o M M U n i t i E S
In a unique exercise that combines academics and fun, da Vinci RLC students sweep across the ice during a broomball game to learn firsthand the physics-based concepts of friction and inertia.
Santa Clara’s residential Learning
Communities (rLCs) enable students to
thrive in a living-learning environment.
there are eight rLCs housed in 10
residence halls throughout the campus.
the chart and map on the following pages
provide an overview of the rLCs, their
themes, and the residence hall locations
and amenities. all accommodations are
fully furnished, include wired and wireless
Internet access and cable tV, and have
laundry and vending facilities in the
building. all buildings are coed, with
all in-room accommodations assigned
single-gender.
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RESIDENTIAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES Alpha
themes Understanding the modern world through the lens of
Western culture
Description alpha is committed to understanding the benefits and
challenges of Western culture, and to investigating
the modern world through visual and practicing arts,
literature, philosophy, history, and writing. alpha students
seek to develop community and meet the needs of each
individual by focusing on the ideals of compassion,
excellence, wisdom, and honor.
Residence Hall(see map for location)
Graham Hall
Living Space 2 double rooms sharing adjoining bath
Floors 3, north side; 4, south side
Community make-up Freshmen & sophomores
additional Features Lounge, kitchen, and laundry in each “neighborhood” of
30 students; air conditioned; large courtyard green space;
classrooms, study areas, and multipurpose meeting
rooms in public areas
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Communitas CyPhi
Individualism, community, and social responsibility; a commitment to local
action with compassion
the environment, sustainability, and the arts—characterized by caring,
creating, and conserving
Communitas is Latin for “community” and signifies the sense of fellowship
that students enjoy in this rLC. Communitas explores the role of the
individual as a member of a group and the tension between an individual’s
rights and his or her responsibilities to the group’s goals. Communitas
provides many opportunities for community-based learning, civic
engagement, and for exploring local ways to make a difference. (this rLC
is housed in two residence halls.)
Cyphi, with the mission “Sustainability and the arts: making the world a
better place,” concentrates on building tight communities on each floor
throughout the hall. two special opportunities within Cyphi are SLUrp,
the Sustainable Living Undergraduate research project, and SparC, the
Swig performing arts residential Community. SLUrpers engage in applied
research designed to promote a culture of sustainability throughout the
University, and receive academic credit for their work. SparClers are
musicians, artists, actors, photographers, dancers, and poets with a special
take on Cyphi’s theme.
Bellarmine Hall Campisi Hall Swig Hall
Single and double studios with
bath and kitchenette
traditional residence hall with
double rooms off hallway
traditional residence hall with double rooms off hallway
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Sophomores, juniors & seniors Freshmen & sophomores Freshmen & sophomores
Underground gated parking, air
conditioned, 1st floor tV and
lounge and laundry facility, study
lounge, central ground floor
secured entrance with service
desk, conference room, interior
corridors, and elevator
First floor single-gender wings with
upper floors coed; air conditioned;
rooms recently renovated,
including sink with granite vanity;
floor lounges and restrooms;
surrounded by large barbeque
lawn courtyard
Building fully renovated in 2010, large vanity with sink in rooms; floor
lounges and restrooms; 11th floor Sky Lounge and common-area kitchens;
music/dance practice rooms, conference rooms, and movie-viewing rooms
on lower level with laundry
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RESIDENTIAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES da Vinci Loyola Modern Perspectives
themes a focus on science and
celebrating Italian heritage and
culture—inspired by the broad
interests of Leonardo da Vinci
Faith, social justice, and the
exploration of your place in
the world
Student-directed toward
leadership, vision, and action,
engaging the 21st century in the
Ignatian tradition
Description Students in da Vinci are
connected by a common thread
of interest in the natural world,
as well as all things Italian. Da
Vinci students are encouraged
to stay together throughout their
four years at Santa Clara.
true to the Jesuit principle of
educating the whole person—heart,
mind, and spirit—Loyola offers
an innovative program integrating
courses, community-based
learning, and the role of religion and
spirituality in modern life. Loyola
students have a wide range of
opportunities to explore their role
in our world as well as the place of
faith and justice.
modern perspectives brings
together students of diverse
backgrounds who want to
join a community marked by
a range of exciting intellectual
and recreational activities. their
interest in social issues and
world events focuses them on
the possibilities for leadership
locally and globally, now and in
the future.
Residence Hall(see map for location)
Casa Italiana Sobrato Hall Dunne Hall
Living Space 4-bedroom (doubles)/2-
bath suites; designed single
rooms with hall bath and
kitchen apartments with single
bedrooms (upperclassmen only)
5-bedroom (single and double)/
2-bath suites and 4 single-bedroom/
2-bath kitchen apartments
traditional residence hall with
double rooms off hallway
Floors 4 3, north side; 4, south side 5
Community make-up Freshmen, sophomores,
juniors & seniors
Freshmen, sophomores,
juniors & seniors
Freshmen & sophomores
additional Features 8-person/4-bedroom/2-bath
suites for freshmen and
sophomores; junior and senior
singles in 4-bedroom kitchen
apartments; units are carpeted
and air-conditioned. Designed
single rooms with hall lounge
and restroom for sophomores,
juniors, and seniors in separate
wing; classrooms in building,
courtyard garden and bocce ball
6-person/5-bedroom/2-bath suites
for freshmen and sophomores;
junior and senior 4-person/4-
bedroom/2-bath apartments with
kitchens; carpeted units with air
conditioning; building features
classrooms, multipurpose meeting
rooms, courtyard garden, and
parking under building
Large double rooms with sinks,
built-in vanity, dresser, and closet;
tile floors; floor lounges and
restrooms; 1st floor single-gender
wings; basement common tV,
kitchen, and study areas
For more information about RLCs and housing, visit www.scu.edu/rlc and www.scu.edu/housing.
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Unity Xavier
Understanding and appreciating diversity; social and
civic engagement
International issues and global
solidarity; integration of faith
and justice
Unity’s theme is grounded in one of the University’s
fundamental values, to cherish our diverse community
and the roots that sustain it. Students with different
backgrounds and academic interests join to understand
the role diversity plays as a catalyst for social change
and engagement, as well as to appreciate its historical
importance. (this rLC is housed in two adjacent
residence halls.)
Xavier students recognize the
global reality of today’s world
and see their community as a
place where students interested
in global issues come together
to better understand that world.
Xavier is an rLC for those who
want to make a difference and
who want to participate in the
Jesuit tradition of the integration
of faith and justice.
McLaughlin Hall Walsh Hall Sanfilippo Hall
traditional residence hall
with double rooms off
hallway
traditional residence hall
with double rooms off
hallway
traditional residence hall with
double rooms off hallway
3 3 3
Freshmen & sophomores Freshmen & sophomores Freshmen & sophomores
Large double rooms with
sinks, built-in vanity,
dresser, and closet; tile
floors; floor lounges and
restrooms; common tV,
and study areas
Large double rooms with
sinks, built-in vanity,
dresser, and closet; tile
floors; floor lounges and
restrooms; common tV,
and study areas
Double rooms, new vanities
with sink, and large closets; hall
restroom, tV lounges and laundry
on each floor; surrounded by
large barbeque lawn courtyard
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What will you do at SCU? We’ll help you settle in quickly so you can get started.
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roommateSWho will your roommate be? Santa
Clara’s roommate-matching process is
effective—based on your preferences, we
do our best to get it right.
the online rLC/Housing preference
form is the key to selecting a compatible
living-learning environment and
roommate. You will answer questions
regarding personality, personal habits,
and general interests. Complete this form
honestly and openly so we can find the
best possible match for you.
If you have a specific roommate request,
we will do our best to accommodate
you. In this case, it is important that both
students do the following:
• Mutually request each other as a
roommate choice on the rLC/Housing
preference form (Please note that you
must request your roommate choice
and confirm the request that they send
to you.)
• Indicate the same RLC preferences,
in the same order.
• Submit your requests no later than
may 1 (freshmen). If one roommate’s
submission is late, you will likely not be
assigned as roommates.
D InInG pLanSon the rLC/Housing preference form,
you will choose between two dining plan
options—preferred or Basic. With each
plan, you have the flexibility of dining
when and how you like, or purchasing
groceries on campus to cook your own
meal. the dining plan is a quarterly
allocation of purchasing points, with
the preferred plan offering slightly more
points than the Basic plan, with no
predetermined number of meals per
week. Find more information about dining
options on the Dining Services website,
www.scu.edu/diningservices. as you
enter into your junior year, you will have
the option of selecting additional plans.
Juniors and seniors can select from three
plans: preferred, Basic, or Junior/Senior.
Juniors and seniors living in an apartment-
style accommodation also have a fourth
option to select the apartment plan.
D InInG For a HeaLtHY BoDY, SatISFIeD SoUL, anD V IBrant CommUnItYSCU Dining offers great food, good value,
convenience, and flexibility. We recognize
the importance of providing healthy food
while demonstrating sustainable practices
and ecological awareness. our menus are
created based on seasonal, regional fresh
ingredients purchased from local farming
communities and served in six distinct
venues that offer continuous dining
service throughout the day and night.
among our wide selections you will find
fair trade coffees, antibiotic-free chicken,
and in-house baked breads. Vegetarian
and vegan options are available at every
meal. our chefs are also able to create
custom dishes for those with special
dietary needs or preferences. please
contact the Dining Services general
manager at [email protected] if you have
questions regarding special dietary
accommodations.
FreSHman CampUS reSIDentS anD parKInGFreshman resident students are not
permitted to bring cars to campus. Instead,
SCU has developed a number of alternative
transportation programs that will allow you
to take advantage of the many opportunities
off campus and throughout the Bay area.
If you have an extraordinary need for a
vehicle, such as a medical condition, you
can request an exception.
Hardship request forms are available at
www.scu.edu/pkgexcep.
l i v i n g A n d D i n i n g O n C A m p u S
2011–12 TUITION
$39,048 / year
2011–12 ROOM & BOARD
Dining Plan Options
Room Assignment Preferred Plan Basic Plan
Standard Double $12,645 $11,997
Suite Double* $13,326 $12,678
Suite Single** $14,961 $14,313
*da Vinci and Loyola RLCs only
**Loyola RLC only
The rates above are for the academic year
2011–12 and are presented for general
reference only. For other options available
to upperclassmen and final room and board
rates for 2012–13, please visit the Housing
Office website, www.scu.edu/housing, in
January. Final tuition rates will be available in
March at www.scu.edu/bursar/tuition.
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O p p O R t u n I t I e S t O v i S i t
e have several on- and off-campus events,
allowing you and your family the opportunity to
further explore SCU and answer any questions
you may have.
on-CampUS eXperIenCeS
PrEviEw DAYS
(Freshman & transfer Students)
April 14 –15, 2012
We are celebrating your admission to Santa Clara
at our biggest event of the year, preview Days. at
preview Days you will get an in-depth look at what
SCU is all about and what it’s like to be a Bronco.
the event is free to the over 2,000 guests
attending. please note that housing is not
provided. register online for preview Days at
www.scu.edu/previewdays. For a listing of
local hotels and accommodations please visit
www.scu.edu/hotels.
noChE lAtinA
April 12–13, 2012
For admitted freshman students of Latino heritage
this program will introduce you to the vibrant Latino
community at SCU. In addition to a festive dinner
for parents and students, this overnight program
includes student panels, faculty presentations, and
bilingual financial aid and housing overviews. Some
program sessions will also overlap with SaDIe,
giving you yet another opportunity to make lasting
relationships with other future Broncos.
SADiE (StUDEntS oF AFriCAn DESCEnt invitAtionAl EXPEriEnCE)
April 12–13, 2012
For admitted freshman students of African descent
Come join the fun! meet faculty, staff, alumni, and
current students who will all share their experiences
with you and your parents. this overnight program
will give you a feel for the broad academic,
extracurricular, and cultural facets of the campus
community. Some program sessions will overlap
with noche Latina for the opportunity to make
more friends.
ShADow SCU: ClASS AnD ovErnight viSitS
Come be a student for a few hours or overnight.
our Shadow SCU program is available most
weekdays from February through may. please rSVp
at least 10 days in advance for best availability.
to register online, go to www.scu.edu/shadowscu.
toUrS & inFo SESSionS
Get a comprehensive look at Santa Clara through an
information session, student panel, and student-led
campus tour. these tours are offered daily, monday
through Friday, and on most Saturdays until may.
register online at www.scu.edu/ugrad/visit.
oFF-CampUS reCeptIonSIn the spring, Santa Clara representatives travel all
over the country to meet with admitted students
and their families.
Check this spring’s schedule of receptions to
see when we will be near your hometown:
www.scu.edu/admitted/events.
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Come to Preview Days or take a tour of our beautiful campus to see what life is like in the scenic, vibrant Silicon Valley. After your visit, enjoy shopping in nearby San Jose or take a trip to San Francisco, just 45 miles north.
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FreSHmen– CLaSS oF 2016after confirming your enrollment, reserve an
orientation session in eCampus before may 1, 2012.
reservations will be accommodated in the order
received.
orIentatIonnew Student orientation is your first chance to
experience Santa Clara University as a student. at
orientation, you will meet fellow students, discover
your residential Learning Community assignment,
learn about our academic and campus resources,
register for fall quarter classes, and stay overnight
in one of our residence halls.
orientation is an exciting time for new students and
necessary to prepare for your first quarter at Santa
Clara. Because it is so important to your success,
all students are required to attend one of the six
sessions offered.
although we strongly encourage all students to
attend a July session, a limited number of spaces
are available in the September orientation session
(September 12–13, 2012) for students with
special circumstances. requests to attend this
session must be sent to [email protected]
before may 15.
the office of new Student programs will begin
reviewing requests in mid-april. all requests will
be reviewed in the order received. Because space
in this final session is limited and not all requests
will be granted, students are asked to sign up for
one of the six July sessions as well. If your request
is granted, we will move you to the September
orientation session and send a new confirmation.
Student Fees
all first-year students are charged a one-time $290
program fee. the fee covers all meals, lodging,
materials, publications, activities, and administrative
costs for both orientation and Welcome Weekend.
InternatIonaL StUDentSSanta Clara University (SCU) currently hosts
approximately 650 active international students
on the F-1 and J-1 visas in addition to other
non-immigrant and immigrant visa types. We
are excited to welcome you to join our diverse
community in an effort to enrich the diversity of the
campus community and to promote international
understanding and global awareness.
to apply for the F-1/J-1 student visa or to maintain
your F-1/J-1 status, you must receive a SeVIS I-20
or DS-2019. For additional information on how to
obtain the I-20 or the DS-2019 from SCU, please
contact the International Student office at
[email protected], or visit our websites: for the I-20
www.scu.edu/iss-i20; for the DS-2019
www.scu.edu/iss-ds2019.
international Student orientation
Incoming freshman international students who are
unable to attend an orientation session in July,
should plan to attend the September 12–13, 2012
orientation session. this fall orientation session will
be similar to those held in summer (see the entire
orientation schedule on page 20).
In addition to orientation, international students are
required to attend the special informational session
on September 11, 2012, which addresses the
specific needs of international students and also
informs them of important visa rules and regulations
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At Orientation, you’ll spend a lot of time with other members of your RLC, including faculty and student leaders. So you’re sure to see familiar faces when you return in the fall.
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FReshMAN sUMMeR ORIeNTATION RegIsTRATION BegINs:
March 1, 2012
Orientation 1 July 9 and 10
Orientation 2 July 12 and 13†
Orientation 3 July 16 and 17†
Orientation 4 July 19 and 20
Orientation 5 July 23 and 24*
Orientation 6 July 26 and 27*
† University LEAD Scholars are required to
attend the second or third sessions.
* University Honors Program students
are required to attend the fifth or sixth
sessions.
INTeRNATIONAl sTUDeNT ORIeNTATIONRegIsTRATION BegINs:
March 1, 2012
Orientation 7 September 12 and 13
TRANsFeR sTUDeNT ORIeNTATION RegIsTRATION BegINs:
May 1, 2012
Orientation July 30
For more details, please see the enclosed
Transfer Students insert.
for maintaining their non-immigrant
status in the U.S.
It is especially important for all
international students on the F-1 or J-1
visas to attend both the informational
session on September 11 and the
orientation session during September
12–13. new international students
planning to live on campus are able to
move into their housing assignment as
early as Sunday, September 9.
tranSFer StUDentSonce you have submitted your enrollment
confirmation and fee, you will be
prepared to make your reservation for
transfer Student orientation in eCampus.
You should complete these action items
no later than June 15.
more information regarding dates and
times can be found in the Transfer
Students insert at the back of this
brochure, and will be available on the
website, www.scu.edu/orientation,
on June 11.
transfer Student orientation
all transfer students are required to
attend transfer Student orientation.
at orientation, you will register for
fall quarter classes, learn about our
academic and campus programs, meet
fellow students, and find out how you
can get involved in the Santa Clara
community. parents are encouraged,
but not required, to attend transfer
Student orientation. more information
will be provided over the summer
and also be available online at
www.scu.edu/orientation.
Student Fees
all transfer students are charged a
one-time $130 program fee. this fee
covers all meals, materials, publications,
activities, and administrative costs for
both transfer Student orientation and
Welcome Weekend.
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Planning AheadMore information about Orientation is
available at www.scu.edu/orientation,
including a sample schedule, information
on local travel and accommodations, plus
other helpful information for students
and parents. If you have any questions,
contact the Office of New Student
Programs at 408-551-1995
parent orIentatIonparents of entering students are strongly
encouraged, but not required, to attend
orientation with their children. parent
orientation introduces parents to the
values, goals, and practices of Santa
Clara University. parents will meet and
interact with administrators, faculty, staff,
and student leaders. In addition, valuable
and pertinent information about the
financial aid billing and payment process
will be discussed with parents. although
students and parents attend orientation
together, programs for each group are
presented separately.
parent FeeSparents or guests of first-year students
are charged a one-time $120 program fee
per person. parents or guests of transfer
students are charged a one-time $50
program fee per person. this fee covers
all meals, materials, and administrative
costs (lodging is not included for parents)
for both parent orientation and Welcome
Weekend.
For parents and guests who attend
only Welcome Weekend, the cost of the
programs is $20 per person.
Fee WaIVerSStudents who are Federal pell Grant
eligible may request a fee waiver for
orientation. the fee waiver request
must be made at the same time as the
orientation reservation request. an email
should be sent to the office of new
Student programs, [email protected],
stating the reasons for the waiver request,
including any supporting documentation
that may be relevant.
all requests will be reviewed by the
Financial aid office and, if approved, an
adjustment will be made to the student’s
financial aid award.
WeLCome WeeKenDIn addition to orientation, students
and parents are also encouraged to
attend Welcome Weekend. Welcome
Weekend is significantly different from
orientation. the official start of the
academic year begins with move-in
on Saturday, September 15, although
please remember that international and
September orientation attendees
will move-in earlier. Students and
parents participate in Welcome
Weekend events beginning Saturday,
September 15, which include a resource
fair, president’s Welcome, rLC activities,
and the Welcome mass. the parent
program ends at 1 p.m. on Sunday,
September 16. more information
will be provided over the summer
and will also be available online at
www.scu.edu/welcomeweekend.
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FormS For F InanCIaL a ID ConSIDeratIonIf you have not applied for financial aid,
complete the Free application for Federal
Student aid (FaFSa) and the CSS/Financial
aid proFILe® as soon as possible.
www.fafsa.ed.gov
Federal School Code: 001326
www.collegeboard.com
CSS/proFILe Code: 4851
Steps to view Your Award
Completing the steps below will ensure
timely processing of financial aid for the
upcoming academic year.
1. Go to www.scu.edu/ecampus
2. type your eCampus ID number and your
password in the eCampus login box
3. Under “Finances” select “View/print
award Letter”
4. Select the “View” link to access your
award; you can print your award letter
by selecting the pDF icon under “print”
5. Be sure to accept or Decline your
Financial aid by may 1
Student loan Borrowers
First-time recipients of the Federal Direct
Loan program must complete both Loan
entrance Counseling and the Direct Loan
master promissory note (mpn) before
they can receive their federal loans. Visit
the StudentLoans.gov website at https://
studentloans.gov to complete these
requirements.
keeping informed about Financial Aid
Santa Clara University’s Financial aid
office will be sending you important
information and updates. It is important
that you monitor your email. avoid
jeopardizing your financial aid just
because an email from the Financial aid
office went unnoticed.
F i n A n C i A l A I dStudents receiving financial aid from Santa Clara University have been or will be notified via email by the Financial Aid Office at the following times:
• EarlyAction:LateDecember
• RegularDecision:LateMarch
• Transfers:Rolling,basedonadmission
Reminder: Be sure to keep your eCampus ID
and password in a secure location, so that you
will be able to access the award via eCampus.
Santa Clara University’s Financial aid
office is committed to helping students
and their families meet the costs of
education. We administer a variety of
financial aid programs, from federal,
state, University, and private sources.
our experienced staff can assist you in
the process of applying and receiving
aid, as well as provide you with
information to help you make thoughtful
decisions.
once you have received notification
of your financial aid award, review
the information via eCampus. as you
examine your award, note that your
expenses for the 2012–13 academic
year may be paid from a variety of
resources. these resources could
include any combination of contributions
from you, your parents, government-
sponsored grants, University-
sponsored grants, or scholarships,
student employment, student loans,
parental loans, private educational, and
scholarship assistance from private
agencies. Your award reflects your
family’s particular circumstances, the
eligibility requirements of different
financial aid programs, and the
availability of funds.
Electronic Billing • Students will receive monthly billing
statements via electronic format only,
which are available to view and print
through their SCU eCampus. as a
courtesy, an e-bill notification will be sent
to their assigned SCU GroupWise email
address when a new statement is available
to view. Billing is processed on actual
enrollment so it is imperative that students
review their billing monthly, and/or forward
the information to the responsible party
paying the bill (parent, guardian, employer,
etc.). they also have the option to add a
secondary/preferred email address or set
up an authorized payer to receive an email
notice and pay bills on their behalf. please
note that the SCU GroupWise email is
the official email communication method
of Santa Clara, so students are strongly
encouraged to review pertinent information
to stay informed on important deadlines.
Paying a Student’s Billonline: Students and authorized payers
can make payments quickly and securely
online via eCampus with an electronic
check, free of charge. payments made
online are reflected on the student’s
account immediately so there are no
delays. Students must be enrolled in
courses before this link is activated. For
more information, visit the “How do I”
section on the Bursar’s website,
www.scu.edu/bursar.
By Mail: SCU utilizes a lockbox service for
processing payments by mail, therefore
it is extremely important to include the
remittance portion when sending payment
by mail to ensure proper credit to your
account. the mailing address is on all bills
and found by clicking the pDF icon under
the “View accounts” link.
in Person: payment by check or cash is
accepted at the Bursar’s office counter,
located in the Walsh administration
building, during normal business hours.
Payment Plan: Santa Clara does offer
term payment plans to assist with
budgeting needs. We are currently
enhancing this product and more
information will be available in January
2012 at www.scu.edu/bursar.
Please note: Credit Cards and Debit/
ATM cards are not accepted for tuition
or fee payment through any of the above
payment methods.
Bursar’s office Assistance Helpful financial information is
located on the Bursar’s website at
www.scu.edu/bursar. please take a
moment to become familiar with our
processes. all this and more will also be
discussed during summer orientation.
paYment DeaDLIneSpayment is due on the 21st of every month
for all billed charges. any financial aid that
has been approved and accepted by the
student will appear on the billing statement
to decrease the balance owed. If you
believe the aid showing on your statement
is inaccurate, you may wish to contact the
Financial aid office at 408-554-4505 for
verification. remember: the approximate
completion time for external loans and the
Federal pLUS Loan is three to four weeks,
so please make sure your application and
required documents are submitted well in
advance of payment deadlines.
tUIt Ion InSUranCe proteCtIonWe have partnered with a.W.G. Dewar,
Inc., to offer an optional tuition refund
plan. this plan is designed to protect your
educational investment by reimbursing
tuition costs should students find it
necessary to leave the University, for
medical reasons, after the term begins.
although the University provides refunds
for students taking a leave of absence or
withdrawal, it is limited to the first three
weeks of school. this plan is extremely
reasonable and significantly extends
SCU’s published tuition refund policy.
Families may receive 100 percent of out-
of-pocket cost paid for tuition for students
withdrawing due to personal illness or
accident, even when our own refund policy
has expired. the unexpected happens,
so please consider this option carefully.
Detailed information about the plan is
located at www.collegerefund.com.
F InanCIaL reSponSIBIL ItY• All students are required to accept the
financial terms and conditions outlined
by the University in order to begin or
continue their enrollment at SCU. Students
will be prompted to accept the terms
and conditions, on an annual basis, upon
their login to eCampus. Students will not
have any access to their Student Center
until they have read and agreed to the
information contained on the page(s)
prompted. Students are basically agreeing
to pay for services rendered by the
University and to abide by all policies and
procedures as published.
why do students have to do this? • Students assume full financial
responsibility once they cross over to
college life, regardless of who pays the
bill on their behalf. Students become the
“borrower” for all educational debt charged
to their student account and we want to
ensure they understand the responsibilities
and deadlines associated with enrollment.
Documents have to be completed,
procedures followed, enrollment and
payment deadlines met, and loans have
to be repaid or consequences can be
severe. Knowledge is key to preventing
unnecessary actions.
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Undergraduate Admission 408-554-4700
Bursar’s Office 408-554-4412
Financial Aid Office 408-554-4505
Offices of Housing and Residence Life 408-554-4900
Disabilities Resources 408-554-4111
Drahmann Advising and Learning Resources Center 408-554-4318
New Student Programs (Orientation) 408-551-1995
LEAD Scholars Program 408-554-4439
University Honors Program 408-554-4439
International Student Services 408-551-7037
SCU Information Desk 408-554-4000
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Preview Days April 14 and 15, 2012 (Freshmen & Transfer Students)
Transfer Admit Day June 1, 2012
Transfer Orientation July 30, 2012
Welcome Weekend Sept. 15–16, 2012
First Day of Classes Sept. 17, 2012
Thanksgiving Recess Nov. 19–23, 2012
(Residence halls remain open during Thanksgiving recess.)
Fall Quarter Exams Dec. 3–7, 2012
Residence Halls Closed Dec. 7, 2012 (9 p.m.)–Jan. 5, 2013 (11 a.m.)
Classes Resume Jan. 7, 2013
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Undergraduate Admission 408-554-4700
Bursar’s Office 408-554-4412
Financial Aid Office 408-554-4505
Offices of Housing and Residence Life 408-554-4900
Disabilities Resources 408-554-4111
Drahmann Advising and Learning Resources Center 408-554-4318
New Student Programs (Orientation) 408-551-1995
LEAD Scholars Program 408-554-4439
University Honors Program 408-554-4439
International Student Services 408-551-7037
SCU Information Desk 408-554-4000
KEy EvEntS
Preview Days April 14 and 15, 2012 (Freshmen & Transfer Students)
Transfer Admit Day June 1, 2012
Transfer Orientation July 30, 2012
Welcome Weekend Sept. 15–16, 2012
First Day of Classes Sept. 17, 2012
Thanksgiving Recess Nov. 19–23, 2012
(Residence halls remain open during Thanksgiving recess.)
Fall Quarter Exams Dec. 3–7, 2012
Residence Halls Closed Dec. 7, 2012 (9 p.m.)–Jan. 5, 2013 (11 a.m.)
Classes Resume Jan. 7, 2013
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408-554-4700
The Jesuit University in Silicon Valley