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University of California-Santa Barbara

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$16,874Avg. Net Price
84%Grad Rate
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Working Out54%
Night Owl46%
Around Campus44%
Extrovert43%
Coffee38%
Over Whenever38%
Boba38%
Travel37%
Binge Watching36%
Spontaneous36%

Popular Majors

What UCSB students on MeetYourClass are studying

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Biology

17%

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Psychology

8%

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Economics

6%

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Undecided

6%

05

Chemistry

5%

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University of California-Santa Barbara Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is UCSB's enrollment deposit?

University of California-Santa Barbara requires a deposit of $250 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

50.70%

University of California-Santa Barbara is in the top 50.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

38.50%

University of California-Santa Barbara is in the top 38.50% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

67.90%

University of California-Santa Barbara is in the top 67.90% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

University of California-Santa Barbara educates a diverse community of 26,420 students, with 23,459 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 2,961 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

26,420


Total Undergraduates

23,459

Total Graduates

2,961


Full-Time vs Part-Time

97% Full-Time

3% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at University of California-Santa Barbara has a 26% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. University of California-Santa Barbara has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.


Acceptance Rate

26%


Application Fee

$80

How Do I Apply to University of California-Santa Barbara?

You can apply to University of California-Santa Barbara by going to the official application page and paying the $80 application fee.

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Location

Located in Santa Barbara, CA, University of California-Santa Barbara offers students a comfortable suburban experience with all the advantages of a balanced community environment.


City

Santa Barbara


County

Santa Barbara County


State

California


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Midsize

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About

University of California-Santa Barbara features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

University of California-Santa Barbara makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $16,874 with 61% of students receiving financial assistance including 26% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$16,874


Received Aid

61%


Pell Recipients

26%


Tuition

$7,482.5 In-State

$22,871 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The University of California-Santa Barbara student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 78% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
10,360 (44%)
Women
13,099 (56%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
568 (2%)
18-19
9,240 (39%)
20-21
10,374 (44%)
22-24
2,731 (12%)
Over 25
546 (2%)

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Outcomes

University of California-Santa Barbara prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 84% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

84%

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