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UC Santa Barbara

Acceptance rate
33
%
ACT middle 50%
–
Applications
110259
Undergraduates
23181

Overview

The University of California-Santa Barbara (UCSB) is a renowned public research university located on a picturesque coastal campus in Santa Barbara, California. As part of the prestigious University of California system, UCSB offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across disciplines such as engineering, sciences, humanities, social sciences, and the arts. Known for its strong emphasis on research, UCSB is home to several Nobel laureates and cutting-edge research centers, fostering innovation and academic excellence. The university’s vibrant campus life, commitment to sustainability, and proximity to the Pacific Ocean provide students with unique opportunities for personal and academic growth in an inspiring environment.

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Admissions Information

Applications received
110259
Students admitted
36347
Acceptance rate
33
%
Undergraduate enrollment
23181
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
SAT Math
ACT Composite
Students submitting SAT
%
Test policy
Not considered (test-blind)

Application Information

Regular deadline
30-Nov-26
Early deadline
None
Accepts the Common Application
No
College Board code
4835

Characteristics

School type
Public
Research University
Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Undergraduate size
15,000–25,000
Athletics
Division I
Intercollegiate
Intramural
Club
Competitiveness
Competitive

Contact information

Address
552 University Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93106
Phone
(805) 893-8000

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