Santa Clara University is a Jesuit university in Silicon Valley with particularly strong appeal in business, engineering, and the intersection of technology with ethics and leadership. Its location is one of its biggest advantages, giving students direct access to startups, major tech firms, and Bay Area internships.

The university often fits students who want strong academics in a mid-sized private environment, a values-based education, and a campus culture that combines professional ambition with reflection, service, and community engagement.

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Additional essay questions of the application.

Briefly describe what prompted you to apply to Santa Clara University. If you have had the opportunity to visit campus, please describe what aspect of your experience most influenced your impression of SCU. (Maximum 200 words)*

Driven by the Jesuit values outlined in our mission statement, Santa Clara University promises to educate citizens and leaders of competence, conscience, and compassion. We strive to cultivate knowledge and faith to build a more humane, just, and sustainable world. Write about an experience from your life that embodies an aspect of our mission. (between 150 - 300 words)*