Prospective Students
Welcome, future Banana Slugs!
Schedule your college visit to El Centro
Every quarter, El Centro: Chicanx Latinx Resource Center hosts 4–6 school visits from across California. We love welcoming students and families from K–12 schools and community colleges to experience student life at UC Santa Cruz!
When you visit, you’ll get to
- Hear from current UCSC students
- Learn about academics, resources, and opportunities for Chicanx and Latiné scholars
- Explore campus life and discover how you can get involved
- Connect with our vibrant comunidad
Visits are typically 45 minutes and are offered Monday–Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Each visit includes an overview of our services and, when possible, a student panel featuring current UCSC students. Weekend or off-campus requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Priority is given to local schools and groups from Watsonville, Salinas, San José, and nearby areas, as well as community colleges. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance and provide alternative date options to help us best accommodate your group. Complete our interest form here.
We can’t wait to welcome you to campus!
Tu Comunidad en UC Santa Cruz
A bilingual guide to UC Santa Cruz for Latiné students and families, and anyone with an interest in Latiné culture or heritage.
Ways to pay
Every student, regardless of income, should be able to graduate from the greatest public university system in the world. You should apply for financial aid, even if you don’t think you qualify.
- Apply for Financial Aid by completing a FAFSA or California Dream Act Application by March 2 each year.
- Cost to Attend UC Santa Cruz and Types of Aid
- If you qualify, the Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan covers your systemwide tuition and fees
- If you qualify, the Middle Class Scholarship covers up to 40% of your systemwide tuition and fees
- Scholarships for UCSC students