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University of California - Santa Barbara

    Report Card

    grade A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade A
    2. Value
      grade A minus
    3. Diversity
      grade A
    4. Campus
      grade A
    5. Athletics
      grade A minus
    6. Party Scene
      grade A+
    7. Professors
      grade A
    8. Location
      grade unavailable
    9. Dorms
      grade B
    10. Campus Food
      grade B+
    11. Student Life
      grade A+
    12. Safety
      grade B minus

    About

    5221 CHEADLE HALL
    SANTA BARBARA, CA 93106
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    Big West Conference

    From University of California - Santa Barbara

    WHY UCSB? IS IT BECAUSE OF OUR...

    Inspirational Setting?

    Academic excellence?

    Social Intelligence?

    Inclusive Community?

    Global Impact?

    Balance lifestyle?

    THE ANSWER IS "ALL OF THE ABOVE!"

    The University of California, Santa Barbara is a leading research institution that also provides a comprehensive liberal arts learning experience. Teaching and research go hand-in-hand at UC Santa Barbara, and a majority of students are involved in the research process during their undergraduate studies.

    Located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles, students have access to a stunning living-learning environment with excellent weather and outdoor recreation.

    Almost 90% of UCSB students are undergraduates. About 80% of students live walking, biking and/or skateboarding distance to class. The residential nature of the university means opportunities for undergraduates to shine inside and outside the classroom.

    University of California - Santa Barbara Rankings

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    November 30
    Acceptance Rate
    37%
    SAT Range
    1230-1460
    ACT Range
    28-34
    Application Fee
    $70
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    No

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $17,223 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $19,350 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    60%

    Scholarship

    Academics

    Professors
    grade A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    20:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
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    Majors

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      3%
    • On Campus
      0%
    • Online
      97%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    22,480 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    716
    Undergrads Over 25
    3%
    Pell Grant
    29%
    Varsity Athletes
    2%
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    Campus Life

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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $55,300 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    84%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%

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