About Food Insecurity

Food insecurity is a major problem facing many SCU students. A 2021 study of over 400 students at Santa Clara University found that:

20% of students experienced food insecurity at some point while at SCU.

In fall of 2020, 19% of respondents were considered food insecure.

BIPOC students were more likely to experience food insecurity at SCU.

14% of respondents were experiencing both food and housing insecurity.

Under 30% of respondents were aware of SCU’s Food Insecurity Program