UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other, combining the intimacy of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. UC Santa Cruz has earned national and international recognition both for the impact of its research and for its long-established commitment to quality undergraduate instruction.

Equity and inclusion, community engagement, and environmental stewardship are core values of UCSC, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, and the Career Success Organization. A campus with one of the most visually spectacular settings in higher education, UC Santa Cruz provides unparalleled opportunities for students to learn through hands-on experience.