University of California-Santa Barbara
#39 National RankTest Blindđź“Ť Santa Barbara
UCSB is a public research university located along the Pacific coast in Santa Barbara, California, with about 26,000 students. It’s known for strong programs in engineering, physics, and environmental science, as well as its stunning beachfront campus. The laid-back, sunny atmosphere blends with academic excellence to create a unique West Coast college experience. UCSB is also part of the UC system’s powerhouse lineup of top research universities.
Admissions Statistics
Regular Decision
Applicants
N/A
Admitted
N/A
Admit Rate
N/A
Total Enrolled
5,008
Early Decision
Early Applicants
N/A
Early Admitted
N/A
ED Admit Rate
N/A
Admits from Early
N/A
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
15,958
Accepted Spot
10,641
Admitted
8,715
WL Admit Rate
0%
Academic Profile
Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
4.3
Top 10% of Class
N/A
Top 25% of Class
N/A
Top 50% of Class
N/A
Demographics
Men
1,868
Admit Rate: 0.2895855249%
Women
3,044
Admit Rate: 0.3588990124%
Non-International
90.2%
International
9.8%
Admission Factors
Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordConsidered
Class RankVery Important
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsVery Important
Application EssayNot Considered
RecommendationVery Important
ExtracurricularsImportant
Talent/AbilityImportant
Character/PersonalImportant
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationImportant
Cost & Outcome
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$13,602
Out-of-State Tuition
$51,204
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$72,700
Mid Career Pay
$148,600
Student Body
Undergrads
22,659
Total Students
25,275