Santa Clara University is a private Jesuit university in Santa Clara, California, located in the center of Silicon Valley. Founded in 185 1, the school is the oldest higher education institution in California and the west coast of the United States, with a history of 168.
The campus of Santa Clara University is built around the historic Santa Clara Dehasse Church, which has remained in its original position since its establishment. The campus of the school fully embodies the classic architectural style of the church and also provides early architectural models.