Public, 4-year or above
1,225 Faculty Members | 23:01 student faculty ratio
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University of California-Santa Barbara
5221 Cheadle Hall, Santa Barbara, California 93106
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The University of California, Santa Barbara is a leading research institution that also provides a comprehensive liberal arts learning experience. Because teaching and research go hand in hand at UC Santa Barbara, our students are full participants in an educational journey of discovery that stimulates independent thought, critical reasoning and creativity. Our academic community of faculty, students and staff is characterized by a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration that is responsive to the needs of our multicultural and global society. Our commitment to public service is manifested through the creation and distribution of knowledge that advances the well-being of our state, nation and world. All of this takes place within a living and learning environment like no other, as we draw inspiration, opportunity and advantage from the beauty and resources of UC Santa Barbara's extraordinary location at the edge of the Pacific Ocean.
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$14,417Out of state
$44,171In state
$13,581Out of state
$28,683Type of aid | % of students receiving aid | Average amount |
---|---|---|
Federal grants | 46.0% | $4,694 |
State/local grants | 39.0% | $10,813 |
Institutional grants | 42.0% | $7,687 |
Loans | 12.0% | $7,024 |
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High school transcript
RequiredHigh school GPA
RequiredRecommendation letter
Not applicableAdmissions test
(SAT or ACT)
TOEFL
(international students)
Completion of college
prep program
Demonstration of
competencies
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