Established in 1851, Santa Clara University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Santa Clara (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Santa Clara University (SCU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Santa Clara University (SCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 169 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 40-50% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 