Five Branches University
Campus Identity
Five Branches University is a private for-profit university in Santa Cruz, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 2 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Five Branches University is a private for-profit university in Santa Cruz, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 2 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Five Branches University is a under 1,000, suburban school. The campus is 2 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, CA and 137 miles from DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc..
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Suburban setting
Beach Access
2 miles
Santa Cruz Beach, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
57°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Five Branches University students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc., 137 miles away. All are within 140 miles of campus.
California
California
California
Beach Town
Students at Five Branches University are 2 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Santa Cruz Beach, CA
Ocean access within 1.9 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz has a mild climate, with winters averaging 51°F in Dec and summers peaking around 65°F in Aug.
Station: SANTA CRUZ · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Five Branches University in CA earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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3 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Five Branches University located?
Five Branches University is located in Santa Cruz, CA. The main campus address is 200 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
Is Five Branches University the right fit for me?
Whether Five Branches University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Santa Cruz, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Five Branches University against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Five Branches University directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Master's, Doctoral
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 57°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Monterey, CA (MRY) · 27 mialso SJC (28 mi), SNS (30 mi)
Location
Santa Cruz, CA