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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 integrity to create a more just, humane, and sustainable world, 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 the internships 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. 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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Make Santa Clara University On the following pages, we outline important actions and dates that require your attention to reserve your enrollment spot at SCU.
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your new home. A Commitment to Excellence Santa Clara University is one of the leading universities in the nation, supported by the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person. Renowned for small class sizes, awardwinning 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.
Elements of a Jesuit Education A Jesuit education is designed to help you learn to think critically, reflect on your actions and on the world, and act for the good of society. You’ll be challenged to experience college 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. At Santa Clara, we educate leaders who will have the knowledge, integrity, and desire to go out and effect change in the world. For example, the School of Engineering sends students to Tanzania, where they engage with locals on uses of solar power and photovoltaic systems. And 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.
SCU Academic Integrity Pledge I am committed to being a person of integrity. I pledge, as a member of the Santa Clara University community, to abide by and uphold the standards of academic integrity contained in the Student Conduct Code.
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Your What I Need To Do Confirm your enrollment by completing the following steps:
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❏ We know you have many important deadlines to meet. To help you stay on track, this checklist will guide your steps toward becoming a Bronco. For additional information, visit www.scu.edu/admitted. To confirm your enrollment, complete the following tasks on eCampus: www.scu.edu/ecampus.
Complete These Important Tasks By
Supplemental Pre-enrollment Information Form (SPIF) via eCampus, see page 6
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Register for Orientation, see pages 18–21
NOTE: Reserve one of the seven first-year sessions. Or, register for Transfer Student Orientation.
MAY 1 (First-year students) JUNE 15 (Transfers)
NOTE: International students are also required to attend the GEO International Student Welcome; see page 19. If you are planning to LIVE ON CAMPUS
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elect your top Residential Learning S Community (RLC) preferences, see page 9
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Submit the $250 housing deposit, housing contract, and RLC/Housing Preference form, see page 14
MAY 1 (First-year students) JUNE 15 (Transfers)
NOTE: You will not be able to request housing until you have submitted your enrollment deposit.
Keep Up the Good Work We 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 first-year 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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NOTE (for first-year students): Send your final transcripts showing senior grades and date of graduation to the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
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Submit AP/IB credits
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next steps Confirm your enrollment by completing the following steps in eCampus:
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or international students who do not hold F a U.S. passport, submit a completed I-20 request form, see page 19
NOTE: International Transfers include those students who are transferring their SEVIS records to SCU from any other school or institution.
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NOTE: Enroll in the SCU-sponsored health insurance plan, or submit the online waiver form if you have your own insurance.
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NOTE (for first-year students): 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 transfer students): International and transfer students have deferred billing only for their first term at SCU. Statements will be available online via eCampus on October 1. Billing/payment information will be discussed at Orientation and is available online.
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 ecampus@scu.edu or 408-554-5700.
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.
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AUGUST 21 (First-year students) OCTOBER 21 (International & Transfers)
Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate Credit, and University of Cambridge International Examinations Santa Clara participates in the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, and University of Cambridge International Examinations to recognize college-level academic achievement prior to matriculation and to encourage students to pursue advanced studies in their areas of interest. Credit or placement is determined by the appropriate department based on review of the student’s test scores, sometimes in the context of supplemental departmental examinations. Students will be notified of credit upon matriculation at the University. For specific AP and IB exam equivalencies, refer to the charts located on pages 451– 452 in the Undergraduate Bulletin at www.scu.edu/ugbulletin.
Calculus Readiness Exam (CRE) Some majors require one of the calculus courses, Math 11 or Math 30. Business majors, with a few exceptions, take Math 30 (Calculus for Business I), while majors in the physical sciences and engineering take Math 11 (Calculus and Analytic Geometry I). Both courses are traditional calculus courses and require that students have a solid background in high-school mathematics. The purpose of the Calculus Readiness Exam is to let you know if you have the mathematical knowledge that is a prerequisite for studying calculus at SCU. Students receiving AP test credit for Math 11 or Math 30—or transfer credit for Math 9, Math 11, or Math 30—are not required to complete the CRE. For more information, visit www.scu.edu/orientation.
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Pre-Enrollment in Core Courses
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We 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. Together with major requirements and electives, the Santa Clara Core Curriculum prepares students to be effective and positive contributors to society. Our Core is designed to challenge, surprise, and excite your imagination with courses that encourage you to grow intellectually and as a whole person. You will have opportunities to build on the knowledge, skills, and interests you bring to Santa Clara and to learn about people, places, and accomplishments unfamiliar to you.
We select Core Curriculum Foundation sequences (Critical Thinking and Writing and/or Cultures and Ideas) for you before you attend New Student Orientation. This minimizes scheduling conflicts, ensures progress toward graduation, and allows you to focus on available choices when you register for your remaining fall-quarter courses during Orientation. To help us identify courses that best match your interests, you must complete the online Supplemental Pre-enrollment Information Form (SPIF). Beginning in the first year, our academic programs encourage you to consider issues from many perspectives. Central to the first-year experience are two-course sequences built around themes such as art and music, human rights and social justice, and the environment and sustainability. 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.
Living and Learning Together 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, study, and engage in many cocurricular 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 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, antimatter, and transporter beams. Santa Clara’s RLCs provide a holistic educational experience by bringing together the academic, residential, and social components of campus life. When people share interests, knowledge, and experiences, everything that happens in the community is more enjoyable and enriching.
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RLCs Students find that being part of a Residential Learning Community (RLC) immediately connects them to the campus community and enhances their SCU experience. All students begin their Santa Clara careers as members of an RLC. Each community has a theme, which is broad and not linked to any particular major. Students quickly discover that there is more about the RLCs that makes them similar than makes them different. Wherever you end up, you will find lots of new friends and a supportive community. As a member of an RLC, you will take one or more Core Curriculum courses with other community members and be invited to participate in RLC activities. Whether you are a first-year or transfer student, and whether or not you live on campus, you must submit RLC preferences through eCampus. Students not living on campus should complete the Commuter RLC Preference Form in eCampus and indicate preferences among the Alpha, da Vinci, Modern Perspectives, and Xavier RLCs. Students accepted to the University Honors Program should indicate preferences among the Alpha, da Vinci, Modern Perspectives, and Unity RLCs. For LEAD Scholars, the RLC choices are Communitas, CyPhi, Unity, and Xavier. Santa Clara University is a smoke-free campus.
How to Select an RLC
After reading about each RLC, when you are ready to make your decision, log in to eCampus using your ID and password (see page 5). Select â&#x20AC;&#x153;manage on-campus housingâ&#x20AC;? on the left-hand side and proceed through the prompts.
The RLC Support System
RLCs 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 spirituality facilitators (SFs) and an RLC academic advisor. All FDs, RDs, and SFs 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.
Housing Deposits
The 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 registration process and cancellation fee schedule, visit www.scu.edu/admitted.
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Santa Clara’s Residential Learning Communities (RLCs) enable students to thrive in a livinglearning environment. There are eight RLCs at Santa Clara, each housed in a different residence hall. 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. (One RLC offers single-gender floors, as noted in the chart.) RLC assignments are determined by students’ preferences and available space.
RESIDENTIAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Alpha
Themes
Understanding the modern world through the lens of Western culture
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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.
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Graham Hall
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2 double rooms sharing adjoining bath
Floors
3, north side; 4, south side
Community Makeup
First-year students and 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
RLCs 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 and civic engagement, and for exploring local ways to make a difference.
CyPhi, with the mission “Sustainability and the Arts: making the world a better place,” concentrates on building tight communities on each floor. Three special opportunities within CyPhi are SLURP, the Sustainable Living Undergraduate Research Project; SPARC, the Swig Performing Arts Residential Community; and the Students Wild About Nature (SWAN) floor. SLURPers engage in applied research designed to promote a culture of sustainability throughout the University. SPARClers are musicians, artists, actors, photographers, dancers, and poets with a special take on CyPhi’s theme. SWAN students are members of Into the Wild, a Santa Clara club that engages in hiking, backpacking, and whitewater rafting.
Campisi Hall
Swig Hall
Traditional residence hall with double rooms off hallway
Traditional residence hall with double rooms off hallway
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Single-gender wings on 1st floor, with upper floors coed; air conditioned; double rooms with vanity and sink; floor lounges and restrooms; surrounded by large barbecue lawn courtyard
Double rooms with vanity and sink; 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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Modern Perspectives
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An interest in science and a celebration of Italian heritage and cultureâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;inspired by the broad interests of Leonardo da Vinci
Faith, social justice, and the exploration of your place in the world
Leadership, vision, and action, and 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. Within da Vinci is the Ciao da Vinci! community, home to students who have a special interest in Italian culture and cuisine. Da Vinci students are encouraged to stay together throughout their four years at Santa Clara.
True to the Jesuit principle of educating the whole personâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;heart, mind, and spiritâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;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 roles in our world as well as in 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
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
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First-year students, sophomores, juniors and seniors
First-year students, sophomores, juniors and seniors
First-year students and sophomores
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8-person/4-bedroom/2-bath suites for first-year students 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
6-person/5-bedroom/2-bath suites for first-year students 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
Double rooms with sink, builtin vanity, dresser, and closet; tile floors; floor lounges and restrooms; basement common TV, kitchen, and study areas
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RLCs LUCAS HALL DALY SCIENCE
MAYER THEATRE
ARTS & SCIENCES
MISSION CHURCH ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
BUCK SHAW STADIUM
Understanding and appreciating diversity; social and civic engagement
Xavier International issues and global solidarity; integration of faith and justice
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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.
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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. Within Unity is the Imagine Unity community, a group of students who actively engage in interfaith/interbelief dialogue.
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4 da Vinci RLC (Casa Italiana) 5 Loyola RLC (Sobrato Hall) 6 Modern Perspectives RLC (Dunne Hall)
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Traditional residence hall with double rooms off hallway
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Double rooms with sink, built-in vanity, dresser, and closet; tile floors; floor lounges and restrooms; common TV and study areas
Double rooms with vanity, sink, and closet; hall restroom, TV lounges and laundry on each floor; surrounded by large barbecue lawn courtyard
7 Unity RLC (McLaughlin-Walsh Hall) 8 Xavier RLC (Sanfilippo Hall)
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Residence Life
Living and Roommates Who will your roommate be? Santa Clara’s roommate-matching process is effective—based on your preferences, we do our best to get it right.
2015–16 TUITION
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.
$45,300/year
2015–16 ROOM & BOARD Dining Plan Options Room Assignment Preferred Plan Basic Plan Standard Double
$14,157
$13,425
Suite Double*
$14,361
$13,629
Suite Single**
$16,737
$16,005
*Alpha, da Vinci, and Loyola RLCs only **Loyola RLC only The rates above are for the academic year 2015–16 and are presented for general reference only. For other options available to upperclassmen and final room and board rates for 2016–17, please visit www.scu.edu/admitted in January. Final tuition rates will be available in March.
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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: > M utually 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 he or she sends to you.) > Indicate the same RLC preferences, in the same order. > Submit your requests no later than May 1 (first-year students) or June 15 (transfer students). If one roommate’s submission is late, you will likely not be assigned as roommates. > M ake sure to submit your enrollment fee, housing application, the Supplemental Pre-enrollment Information Form (SPIF), and register for Orientation in order to be placed in an RLC. If any of these items are not submitted or completed, you run the risk of not being placed in the same RLC as your requested roommate.
dining on campus Dining Plans On 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 meals. 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 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. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors living in an apartment-style accommodation also have a fourth option: the Apartment plan.
to create custom dishes for those with special dietary needs or preferences. Please contact the Dining Services general manager at dining@scu.edu if you have questions regarding special dietary accommodations.
First-Year Campus Residents and Parking First-year students residing on campus 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/cs. Select the “Transportation Services” link.
Dining for a Healthy Body, Satisfied Soul, and Vibrant Community SCU 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, vegan, and gluten-free options are available at every meal. Our chefs are also able
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Preview Day April 9–10 We have several onand off-campus events, allowing you and your family the opportunity to further explore SCU and answer any questions you may have. For more details and to register online for events, visit www.scu.edu/admitted.
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For admitted first-year and transfer students We are celebrating your admission to Santa Clara at our biggest event of the year: Preview Day. At Preview Day, you will get an in-depth look at what SCU is all about and what it’s like to be a Bronco. The program is the same for both days. The event is free to the more than 2,000 guests attending. Please note that housing is not provided.
Noche Latina April 7–8 For admitted first-year 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 include SADIE and APEX attendees, giving you yet another opportunity to make lasting relationships with other future Broncos.
SADIE (Students of African Descent Invitational Experience) April 7– 8 For admitted first-year 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 also include Noche Latina and APEX attendees for the opportunity to make more friends.
APEX (Asian/Pacific Islander Experience) April 7– 8 For admitted first-year students of Asian and Pacific Islander descent In this celebration of Santa Clara’s thriving, diverse community, you and your parents will learn about resources to help you become a successful student and develop your future career. You’ll visit classes with fellow students and hear about the numerous activities offered at SCU. This program will offer some joint sessions with SADIE and Noche Latina attendees.
Transfer Admit Day June 3
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, visit 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 opportunities are offered daily, Monday through Friday, and on most Saturdays until May. Sign up now at www.scu.edu/visit.
Off-Campus Receptions In the spring, Santa Clara representatives travel the nation to meet with and congratulate 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.
Online Virtual Tour If you have not visited our campus and would like to take a tour online, please visit www.scu.edu/virtualtour.
For admitted transfer students Join us! The goal of this event is to help you explore what SCU has to offer. You will also learn more about transfer credit and our Core Curriculum.
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Orientation
New Student
New Student Orientation Registration Begins: March 1 Session 1: Thursday, July 7, and Friday, July 8*
Session 5: Thursday, July 21, and Friday, July 22
Session 2: Monday, July 11, and Tuesday, July 12*
Session 6: Monday, July 25, and Tuesday, July 26
Session 3: Thursday, July 14, and Friday, July 15**
Session 7: Wednesday, September 14***, and
Session 4: Monday, July 18, and Tuesday, July 19**
Thursday, September 15***
* University Honors Program students are highly encouraged, but not required, to attend the first or second sessions. ** University LEAD Scholars are highly encouraged, but not required, to attend the third or fourth sessions. *** I nternational students are highly encouraged to attend Session 7 and are required to attend the mandatory Global Engagement Office (GEO) International Student Welcome on Tuesday, September 13 (see page 19).
Orientation First-Year students — Class of 2020 After confirming your enrollment, register for an Orientation session via eCampus before May 1. Registrations will be accommodated in the order received. International students should reserve their place in International Student Welcome by May 1 and should submit necessary information to receive visa documents by June 1.
New Student Orientation New 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 new students are required to attend one of the seven sessions offered. Although we encourage all first-year students to attend a July session, a limited number of spaces are available in the September session (September 14-15) for students with special circumstances. Requests to attend this session must be communicated to and approved by the Orientation staff in the Center for Student Leadership. Because space in this September session is limited and not all requests will be granted, students are asked to identify one of the six July sessions they can attend as well. If your request is granted, we will move you to the September session and send a new confirmation.
Fee Waivers Students 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, orientation@scu.edu, 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.
International Students Santa Clara University hosts students from all over the world, and international students enrich the campus and contribute to our diverse community. We are excited to welcome you and to promote international understanding and global awareness throughout the University.
All international students without a U.S. passport must request immigration documents from the Global Engagement Office (GEO) upon confirmation of attendance. For additional information on how to obtain these documents, please contact our international student advisors in the Global Engagement Office at iss@scu.edu or visit our website at www.scu.edu/iss.
GEO International Student Welcome (ISW) All new incoming first-year and transfer international students are required to attend the mandatory GEO International Student Welcome on Tuesday, September 13. The International Student Welcome addresses the specific needs of international students and also informs them of important visa rules and regulations for maintaining their nonimmigrant status in the U.S. While the ISW is mandatory for all F-1 or J-1 international students, our “Global Nomads” (U.S. citizens living abroad) are welcome to attend as well. Admitted first-year international students are highly encouraged to request Orientation Session 7 (September 14–15). International students transferring to SCU from another college or university are required to attend Transfer Student Orientation on September 16 (see page 21), in addition to the GEO International Student Welcome. New incoming first-year and transfer international students planning to live on campus may move into their residence hall on Sunday, September 11. International students arriving on Sunday, September 11, should make arrangements to reach campus to check in between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Be certain to allow ample time for possible flight delays and transportation from the airport to the SCU campus.
First-Year Student U.S. Citizens Abroad Santa Clara University welcomes students every year who are U.S. citizens (U.S. dual citizens or U.S. permanent residents) and have attended international high schools outside of the United States. We refer to these students as “Global Nomads,” and they are an important part of our global SCU community. We encourage Global Nomads to move into their residence hall on Sunday, September 11, with other international students and attend the International Student Welcome on Tuesday, September 13, as well as to register for Orientation Session 7 (September 14–15). The International Student Welcome will provide the benefit of arriving to campus early and meeting other students who have traveled a great distance to attend Santa Clara. International Student Welcome is required for those students who would like to move into their residence hall with international students on Sunday, September 11; however, International Student Welcome is not required for “Global Nomads” who may choose to move into their residence hall on the regular move-in schedule.
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Orientation
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Planning Ahead More 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 Orientation staff at 408-551-1995 or orientation@scu.edu.
Parent Orientation Parents of entering students (both first-year and transfer) are highly encouraged, but not required, to attend Orientation with their students. 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 financial aid, billing, payments, health insurance, dining plans, and other student services will be discussed with parents. Although students and parents attend Orientation together, programs for each group are presented separately.
Parent Fees Parents or guests of entering students are charged a one-time program fee per person. This fee covers all meals, materials, and administrative costs for both Parent Orientation and Welcome Weekend. Please note that lodging for parents is not provided.
Welcome Weekend The official start of the academic year begins with move-in on Saturday, September 17. Students and parents participate in Welcome Weekend events, which include a vendor fair, the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Welcome, RLC activities, the Welcome Mass, and informative campus workshops. The parent program ends at noon on Sunday, September 18. More information will be provided over the summer and will also be available online at www.scu.edu/welcomeweekend. Parents and guests who attend only Welcome Weekend but not Orientation will be charged a nominal program fee per person.
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Review Your Transfer Credit Report You can access your Transfer Credit Report online through eCampus at www.scu.edu/ecampus. Please refer to the Transfer Credit box located on this page. Things to remember when reviewing your evaluation: > We evaluate eligible courses that have been completed in which students have received grades of C or higher. However, students are only allowed to transfer in a maximum of 87.5 quarter units (slightly more if you are in the School of Engineering). This includes credit transferred from another college/university, and Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate test credits.
Transfer Students Once you have submitted your enrollment confirmation and fee, you will be ready to register for Transfer Student Orientation via eCampus. You should complete these action items no later than June 15. International transfer students should reserve their place in International Student Welcome and should submit necessary information to receive visa documents by June 15.
Transfer Student Orientation All transfer students, including international students, are required to attend Transfer Student Orientation on Friday, September 16. At this orientation session, 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. Transfer Student Orientation will begin at 7:30 a.m. and end by 5 p.m. Please make your reservation for Transfer Student Orientation by June 15, by logging on to eCampus at www.scu.edu/ecampus with your username and password provided by the Office of Undergraduate Admission. A confirmation email and additional information about Transfer Student Orientation will be sent to you upon receipt of your reservation. If you need to make changes to your Orientation, simply log in to your eCampus account and click on the Orientation reservation link. For more information, visit www.scu.edu/orientation. Transfer Student Orientation Registration Begins: May 1
> S anta Clara University is on the quarter system. A semester unit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter units. If you have attended a semester school, your units have been converted to reflect the quarter system. > I f in-progress courses are listed on your report, please submit your final transcript to the Undergraduate Admission office as soon as possible so we will have the necessary information to accurately post your transfer credit to your SCU student record. > P ay close attention to the course credit you have been awarded so (a) you can inquire if you believe an adjustment of credit/unit assignment is needed; and (b) you do not enroll in classes that meet course requirements you have already fulfilled. For more information, please refer to the “Understanding My Transfer Credit” link in eCampus. > T ransfer Credit Reports are a work in progress. While your credit can be changed at any time prior to your graduation, we recommend handling all of your course petitions at the start of your academic career at SCU. We look forward to working with you to make your transfer of credit as smooth as possible.
Transfer Pre-Orientation Advising Workshops To help you learn about Santa Clara’s curriculum, the Drahmann Center offers pre-orientation workshops. During these 90-minute sessions, University advisors will introduce you to the curriculum, highlight the relationship between the core curriculum and major requirements, and discuss preliminary schedule planning. Workshops will take place on:
Transfer Student Orientation: Friday, September 16 Note: International transfer students are required to attend the Transfer Student Orientation on September 16, in addition to the required GEO International Student Welcome on September 13 (see page 19).
Transfer Student Fees All transfer students are charged a one-time program fee. This fee covers all meals, materials, publications, activities, and administrative costs for both Transfer Student Orientation and Welcome Weekend.
Wednesday, July 20, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, August 3, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. You will be contacted during the month of June to schedule a pre-orientation workshop. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with Santa Clara’s core curriculum requirements at www.scu.edu/core.
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Financial Aid
Financing
your education Students receiving financial aid from Santa Clara University have been or will be notified via email by the Financial Aid Office at the following times:
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 for 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 2015–16 academic year may be paid from a variety of resources. These resources could include any combination of contributions from you, your parents, governmentsponsored grants, University-sponsored grants, or scholarships, student employment, student loans, parental loans, private educational loans, 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.
> Early Decision: Late December > Early Action: Late December > Regular Decision: Late March > Transfers: Rolling, based on admission date 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.
Forms for Financial Aid Consideration If you have not applied for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and, for those interested in Santa Clara University non-merit-based aid, complete the CSS/ Financial Aid PROFILE® by our priority deadlines. www.fafsa.ed.gov Federal School Code: 001326 https://student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile 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.
2015–16 TUITION
1. Go to www.scu.edu/ecampus
$45,300/year
2. Type your eCampus ID number and your password in the eCampus login box
2015–16 ROOM & BOARD
3. Under “Finances,” select “View/Print Award Letter”
Dining Plan Options
4. Select the “View” link to access your award; you can print your award letter by selecting the PDF icon under “Print”
Room Assignment Preferred Plan Basic Plan Standard Double
$14,157
$13,425
Suite Double*
$14,361
$13,629
Suite Single**
$16,737
$16,005
*Alpha, da Vinci, and Loyola RLCs only **Loyola RLC only The rates above are for the academic year 2015–16 and are presented for general reference only. For other options available to upperclassmen and final room and board rates for 2016–17, please visit www.scu.edu/admitted in January. Final tuition rates will be available in March.
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5. Be sure to accept or decline your financial aid by May 1 (first-years) and June 15 (transfers)
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 Federal Direct Loan 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. Avoid jeopardizing your financial aid by monitoring all emails from the Financial Aid Office.
Billing and Payment Process Electronic Billing
Payment Deadlines
Students will receive monthly billing statements via electronic format only, which are available to view and print through their SCU eCampus account. As a courtesy, an e-bill notification will be sent to their assigned SCU 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.). Students have the option to set up an authorized user to review and pay bills on their behalf. Please note that the SCU 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.
More information about the billing process, payment deadlines, and payment options will be sent in hard copy format to the student’s permanent address on file, prior to Summer Orientation.
Paying a Student’s Bill Online: Students and their authorized users can make payments quickly and securely online using the SCU Pay system. Students log in through eCampus to connect to this site by clicking the Make a Payment link. Authorized users will go to www.commercecashnet.com/scupay once the student has successfully completed the setup and login information. Payments made online are reflected in 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: Payment remitted by mail should be sent to: SCU Payment Processing, PO Box 550, Santa Clara, CA 95052-0550. 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 also provided on the PDF billing statement. In Person: Payment by check or cash is accepted at the Enrollment Service Center, located in the Admission and Enrollment Services building, during normal business hours. Payment Plan: Santa Clara does offer term payment plans to assist with budgeting needs. Students and their authorized users can enroll online through the SCU Pay system. Students must be registered in courses before enrolling in a payment plan. Please note: credit cards and debit/ATM cards are not accepted for tuition or fee payment through any of the above payment methods. 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 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 408-551-1000 for verification. Remember: Approximate completion time for external loans and the Federal PLUS Loan is three weeks, so please make sure your application and required documents are submitted well in advance of payment deadlines.
Health Insurance Requirement All full-time undergraduate students are required to have health insurance, and you must either enroll in the University-sponsored health insurance plan or show proof of their health insurance plan by completing the online waiver form by the deadline date. The waiver will be accepted if the insurance is comparable to the University-sponsored plan. If a waiver is not submitted by the deadline, students will be automatically enrolled in the University-sponsored plan and charged accordingly. International students may request to waive SCU’s insurance; however, they are required to demonstrate coverage in keeping with University requirements for international students. You can find more information about the health insurance requirement and the waiver through the Cowell Health Center’s website: www.scu.edu/cowell.
Tuition Insurance Protection We 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 partial 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 costs 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.
Financial Responsibility 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.
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Key Events
Key Contact Numbers Undergraduate Admission
408-554-4700
Preview Day
Bursar’s Office
408-554-4424
Transfer Admit Day
June 3, 2016
Enrollment Services Center
408-551-1000
Transfer Orientation
Sept. 16, 2016
Financial Aid Office
408-551-1000
Welcome Weekend
Sept. 17–18, 2016
Offices of Housing and Residence Life
408-554-4900
First Day of Classes
Sept. 19, 2016
Disabilities Resources
408-554-4109
Thanksgiving Recess
Drahmann Academic and Learning Resources Center
408-554-4318
(Residence halls remain open during Thanksgiving recess.)
New Student and Parent Programs (Orientation)
408-551-1995
Fall Quarter Exams
LEAD Scholars Program
408-554-4439
Residence Halls Closed Dec. 9, 2016 (9 p.m.) to Jan. 8, 2017 (11 a.m.)
University Honors Program
408-554-4434
Classes Resume
International Student Services
408-551-3019
*Program is the same for both days.
SCU Information Desk
408-554-4000
Photography by: Charles Barry, Edward Caldwell, FJ Gaylor Photography, Ryan Selewicz, Joanne Lee
April 9 or 10, 2016 (first-year and transfer students)*
Nov. 21–25, 2016 Dec. 5–9, 2016 Jan. 9, 2017
www.scu.edu/admitted
Key Contact Numbers
408-554-4000
SCU Information Desk
408-551-3019
International Student Services
408-554-4434
University Honors Program
408-554-4439
LEAD Scholars Program
408-551-1995
New Student and Parent Programs (Orientation)
408-554-4318
Drahmann Academic and Learning Resources Center
408-554-4109
Disabilities Resources
408-554-4900
Offices of Housing and Residence Life
408-551-1000
Financial Aid Office
408-551-1000
Enrollment Services Center
408-554-4424
Bursar’s Office
408-554-4700
Undergraduate Admission
Photography by: Charles Barry, Edward Caldwell, FJ Gaylor Photography, Ryan Selewicz, Joanne Lee
Key Events Preview Day Transfer Admit Day Transfer Orientation Welcome Weekend First Day of Classes
April 9 or 10, 2016 (first-year and transfer students)* June 3, 2016 Sept. 16, 2016 Sept. 17–18, 2016 Sept. 19, 2016
Thanksgiving Recess
Nov. 21–25, 2016
(Residence halls remain open during Thanksgiving recess.) Fall Quarter Exams
Dec. 5–9, 2016
Residence Halls Closed
Dec. 9, 2016 (9 p.m.) to Jan. 8, 2017 (11 a.m.)
Classes Resume
Jan. 9, 2017
*Program is the same for both days.
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Calculations based on research by Environmental Defense and other members of the Paper Task Force.
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Pounds of paper
Trees saved
Energy saved
Wastewater reduced
Greenhouse gases reduced
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6.26 million BTUs
6,971 gal.
4,784 lbs.
Using post-consumer waste fiber
Paper Choice – Environmental Benefits Statement
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