University of California-Santa Barbara (UCSB) is a four-year, public school located in Santa Barbara, CA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UCSB's 2024 tuition & fees is $14,965 for California residents and $45,742 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 61% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $19,654.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 26,420 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UCSB's acceptance rate is 27.78% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 16.37%.
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.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of California-Santa Barbara is $14,965 for in-state students and $45,742 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $14,453 for in-state students and $29,555 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,321 for California residents and $46,820 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,058 for California residents and $30,148 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,965 | $45,742 |
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| Graduate | $14,453 | $29,555 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,321 | $46,820 |
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| Graduate | $15,058 | $30,148 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of California-Santa Barbara offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UCSB
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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