University of California-Santa Barbara
University of California-Santa Barbara (UCSB) is a four-years, public school located in Santa Barbara, CA. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research / scholarship.
The UCSB's 2023 tuition & fees is $14,617 for California residents and $44,689 for out-of-state students. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $18,341.
The school has a total enrollment of 26,124 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UCSB ranked 94th in National Universities and 17th in California Colleges rankings. University of California-Santa Barbara is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2023 Tuition & Fees and 2024 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2023 tuition & fees of University of California-Santa Barbara is $14,617 for in-state students and $44,689 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2023 tuition & fees is $13,872 for in-state students and $28,974 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2024 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,820 for California residents and $45,213 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,169 for California residents and $29,268 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $14,617 | $44,689 |
| Graduate | $13,872 | $28,974 |
Data source: NCES(National Center for Education Statistics
Updated with 2022-2023 tuition (Last update: Feb. 27, 2023)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $14,820 | $45,213 |
| Graduate | $14,169 | $29,268 |
The estimation for 2023-2024 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at University of California-Santa Barbara is 29.18% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.90%. The average graduation rate is 85%. Total 26,124 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $62,400. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Computer Science program shows the highest salary with $77,900 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 29.18% Acceptance Rate / 15.90% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 85% |
| Retention Rate | 91%(full-time), 68% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 26,124 (23,091 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $18,341 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $62,400 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $19,900 - $77,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
University of California-Santa Barbara offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
UCSB provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of UCSB. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 11,031. It also offers separate board/meal plans.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 11,031 |
Directory Information
| Address | 5221 Cheadle Hall, Santa Barbara, CA 93106 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 805-893-8000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (very high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research / scholarship |
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