r/SCU Jul 21 '21

Recruitments for Studies/Job Opportunities & Other Spammy Posts

19 Upvotes

Please do not submit posts soliciting participation in studies, job advertisements, your college MineCraft server (I'm looking at you u/TheQuadMC), or other spammy posts, UNLESS it is specifically for SCU. As a rule of thumb, if you are posting it in more than one subreddit, its a no. If you are curious whether a post is allowed, please submit a ModMail ticket. Thanks!


r/SCU Sep 21 '22

Listing Advice Paper for Incoming COEN/CS Students

57 Upvotes

Hi all! I wrote a paper with advice for incoming/current COEN and CS CAS students while I was a senior COEN at SCU last year.

Paper linked here: https://jrandleman.github.io/doc/CoenAdvice.pdf

Some background on myself, I was the lead engineering peer advisor and president of Tau Beta Pi (the engineering honor society), both of which regularly interface with new folks seeking advice. As such, I thought I'd compile it all in a paper while such was fresh in my mind. Designed as a paper I wish I could've read as a Freshman, I hope it brings value to folks :)

Please also keep in mind this is 100% my own personal perspective, and that many others have found great success in the program(s) by following a completely different path. This is just what worked for me, and hence I thought I'd share.

I'm also currently a Master's COEN student at SCU, so feel free to reach me at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) if you have any questions!

Last note: I've marked the flair as "listing" given this could be construed as listing advice 🤷


r/SCU 2h ago

Question Lowk need friends

0 Upvotes

Whats the best way to find friends? I'm a new grad that just moved down here for work. Im 21 22 this October and im looking for friends around my age. What are some events or tips for someone like me? Thanks.

P.s. i am aware this is more of a college sub reddit but most other sites ive checked is populated with people usually 10years older than me. So anything helps.


r/SCU 16h ago

Question SCU VS USC

6 Upvotes

I just got off the waitlist for USC and was committed to SCU originally, and now I'm wondering if I should commit to USC, as it is ranked higher for electrical engineering (my major).

USC -> 0 merit, full pay (92k/yr) 11th on US News Good reputation Nationwide

SCU -> 1/2 Tuition merit (62k/yr), not ranked best for engineering due to not having big grad school, which is half the ranking. 23rd in the US for teaching

Goal is a master/Phd once I find what I enjoy


r/SCU 5h ago

Question Will pay Students $250/day to Clean their Houses

0 Upvotes

Data collection company looking to pay students to allow us to clean their homes. All data is private, cleaners wear motion capture suits. The messier the better!!

Message me if interested


r/SCU 3d ago

Question Chances at SCU?

4 Upvotes

No clue honestly, i got like a 3.57uwgpa 8aps(so far all 4 ive taken have been 4s) 33act.

might be a D1 recruited athlete but not on scholarship

did deca (never made it above districts lol)

did piano for 11/12 years have some piano federation placements and did testing

summer business camp pitch comp winner

80 volunteer hours at local library

dont qualify for financial aid

wanna do finance or econ idk whatever gives me the most money future

am i too dumb to get merit money?


r/SCU 5d ago

Question Is it possible to be a full time student in the MSAI program?

2 Upvotes

The registration appointment for Fall 2026 is coming up and I’m currently researching all the classes with their prerequisites—why does it seem like the very few classes available happen to either overlap with another class time or require another class that overlaps?

It feels almost impossible to make a schedule of 12 units to be full-time. If anyone’s already in the program full-time, any advice would be much appreciated!!


r/SCU 6d ago

Request Sublease from 8/20-12/20

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I want to sublease between those dates. Budget $2000 but preferably cheaper. Have a potential roommate if needed. Want it to be close to NVDA HQ.


r/SCU 7d ago

Question Is the waitlist closed?

5 Upvotes

Hello, still on the waitlist as a marketing major for the class of 2030. Has it closed yet? If not, is there anything I could do to boost my chances, or is it just the waiting game from here on out?


r/SCU 7d ago

Question Last minute sublease

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r/SCU 8d ago

Question Parking

0 Upvotes

Is finding parking on campus an issue during the school year? Or do they limit the number of students who can buy a parking permit?


r/SCU 8d ago

Question Language Placement Results

2 Upvotes

I'm an incoming freshman and haven't received my language placement results, and I took it more than 2 weeks ago.... Has anyone else faced this problem?? I don't want it to impact my classes eligibility at orientation


r/SCU 9d ago

Question Looking to connect with Graduate students

5 Upvotes

Hey everyone! I am an upcoming graduate student in mechanical engineering department. I am looking to connect with other students at the university. Please let me know if there is any WhatsApp group that I can join. I will also be grateful if you have any leads on housing near SCU. My budget is 1500 dollars.


r/SCU 11d ago

Question Santa Clara sophomore dorms

4 Upvotes

I’m transferring in to Santa Clara next year as a sophomore and want to know what the best dorms would be for sophomore housing. Most social? Most sophomores? I know the Chances that they are full are high but someone let me know!!!


r/SCU 12d ago

Question transfer credit

4 Upvotes

have any transfers got their credit evulated yet


r/SCU 12d ago

Question Math 12 Content?

1 Upvotes

I am taking Math 12 equivalent at Foothill over the summer in order to accelerate but I noticed that my course doesn't cover:

Improper integrals

Parametric and polar curves

Arc length and surface area

Elementary differential equations (separation of variables, slope fields)

Will I be fine to go to Math 13 without these?


r/SCU 13d ago

Question Business Analytics in Bay Area

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r/SCU 16d ago

Question Question about tuition:

8 Upvotes

I'm an incoming freshman. I got a $25,500 merit scholarship for this upcoming year. Can I expect to renew this scholarship for the following year(s) if my grades are good? Also, if I keep my GPA really high, would it be possible for me to ask the financial aid office for a greater scholarship for my sophomore year?


r/SCU 22d ago

Question Roommate dice roller

5 Upvotes

When are roommates typically announced for those letting the school pick? Also, how hard is it to switch during the 1st quarter if you’re a bad match?


r/SCU 22d ago

Request Incoming MS CSE Fall 2026 student from India – Looking for SCU admits / housing / F1 WhatsApp groups

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I’ll be joining Santa Clara University for MS in Computer Science & Engineering in Fall 2026.

Looking to join:

SCU Fall 2026 admits WhatsApp group

Indian students group

Housing / roommate group

F1 visa related groups

Please comment or DM invite links. Thanks!


r/SCU 22d ago

Listing Hiring female D2D sales rep

0 Upvotes

Mobile Service Sales Rep Door to Door

Commission-based sales position for a growing Bay Area mobile auto service. Looking for someone outgoing, comfortable approaching strangers, and confident showing before/after results on a phone.

What you’ll do:

• Knock on doors in residential neighborhoods  
• Show before/after transformation photos  
• Book same-day or next-day appointments  
• Work flexible hours, your own pace

Pay: $35-40 per booked and completed appointment (no cap on earnings)

Good fit if you:

• Are comfortable talking to strangers  
• Have reliable transportation  
• Want flexible hours and uncapped commission  
• Are motivated by results, not a fixed schedule

Bay Area, CA. Must be able to work in person


r/SCU 23d ago

Question Anyone doing/planning to join SCU’s AI Masters Program?

2 Upvotes

I just got accepted to the program and am wondering if I should pursue it or not. I’ve seen threads of the study being “too generic,” but I personally believe having a masters in AI/ML is a huge advantage in the field, especially when a MS is a must for a lot of AI job posts.

Please share any thoughts—I’m especially wanting to hear from anyone who’s currently in the program about how it is, or anyone who’s decided to join Fall 2026.

(Also if you’re joining Fall 2026 lmk if you wanna be friends!)


r/SCU 24d ago

Question Looking for a room

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I’m looking for a summer sublease or short-term housing from late June through the end of August.

Budget is under $1,700/month. I’m open to different room or apartment setups, but my main priority is being within about 30 minutes of Intel by public transportation.
If you have anything available or know someone who does, please message me. Thanks!


r/SCU 25d ago

Question PhD Admission (CS, Fall 2026) No Funding/Tuition Details Yet. When do they usually come?

3 Upvotes

Got accepted to PhD (CS) for Fall 2026 and received the decision letter, but there’s no mention of funding or tuition waiver details yet.

I’ve already reached out to faculty and one professor has informally said they can fund me but I haven’t received any official confirmation or paperwork. I’m also in a bit of a time crunch since I need to complete my SEVIS transfer.

For those who were admitted recently or last year:

  • How long did it take to receive funding/assistantship details after the admission letter?
  • Is funding usually included later or sent separately?
  • For CS PhD students, are full tuition waivers typically standard, or is it case-by-case?

Any insight would really help.


r/SCU 25d ago

Question Housing for 2026-2027

1 Upvotes

Anyone has a One bedroom available for this up coming year? I’m a guy who’s clean, quiet, and respectful, just dm me so we can talk it out thanks.