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Acceptance Rate History
Santa Clara University
CA · Current rate: 44%
CDS · IPEDSU.S. Dept. of Education
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 43.84% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 52.11% | 16,650 | 8,677 |
| 2021 | 53.98% | 16,848 | 9,095 |
| 2020 | 50.72% | 16,488 | 8,362 |
| 2019 | 48.82% | 16,300 | 7,958 |
| 2018 | 49.91% | 16,242 | 8,107 |
| 2017 | 53.56% | 15,061 | 8,067 |
| 2016 | 48.3% | 15,834 | 7,648 |
| 2015 | 48.8% | 14,899 | 7,270 |
| 2014 | 49.35% | 14,985 | 7,395 |
| 2013 | 51.22% | 14,339 | 7,344 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Trend Analysis
Santa Clara University's acceptance rate has decreased from 51.2% in 2013 to 43.8% in 2026, reflecting increased selectivity. The most notable shift occurred in 2026.
Analysis generated based on official data trends.
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