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How you can make a difference

UC Santa Cruz is a public research university, but private support from generous donors is critical to ensuring we maintain—and grow—our academic and research excellence. Private support provides many UC Santa Cruz students with access and opportunity through scholarships, fellowships, and program funding.

Explore how you can support UC Santa Cruz and its innovative research, students, and programs. 

Last modified: Jan 31, 2024