More Than Just a Pretty Place
Celebrated for its extraordinary beauty, our oceanside campus is a center of learning, research, and the free exchange of ideas. We are near the Pacific Ocean, Silicon Valley, and the San Francisco Bay Area -- an ideal location for internships and future employment.
Visit Us!
For a smoother arrival, plan to arrive early, and download the ParkMobile app in advance.
![Aerial view of campus](/sites/default/files/styles/ping_pong_circle/public/2021-11/visit%20us.jpeg?itok=fXAi_sKL)
Maps to Guide You
Interactive maps showing classrooms, residential colleges, dining, parking, and more.
Events
We offer a number of events – both in-person and virtual – in the fall for prospective students, and in the spring for admitted students. Our events are family-friendly and always free!
![UCSC event showing a student panel on stage](/sites/default/files/styles/ping_pong_circle/public/2023-06/events%20photo.jpeg?itok=sUPl-2MY)
The Santa Cruz Area
A popular seaside tourist destination, Santa Cruz is known for its warm Mediterranean climate, its scenic beaches and redwood forests, and its lively cultural scene. We are also within a short drive to Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area.
![West Cliff](/sites/default/files/styles/ping_pong_circle/public/2021-11/west%20ciff.jpg?itok=Xpk9pE-C)
Join our Community
We have an exciting array of opportunities for you! Get involved in one of our 150+ student organizations, our Resource Centers, or the residential colleges!
![Cornucopia](/sites/default/files/styles/ping_pong_circle/public/2023-09/Cornucopia-2019-7%20%281%20of%201%29.jpg?itok=Sm1QtwWV)