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University of California-Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, California · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$56,852

Acceptance Rate

28%

Graduation Rate

86%

Annual Tuition

$14,965

At a Glance

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Total Students

23,205

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Retention Rate

92%

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Faculty Ratio

17

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Financial Aid

20%

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Median Debt

$13,993

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

The University of California-Santa Barbara is a public institution with an undergraduate population of 23,205 students. The university has a selective admissions process, accepting 27.8% of applicants. Students who attend the university have high rates of success, with a graduation rate of 85.5% and a retention rate of 91.9%. The in-state tuition is $14,965.

Graduates of the University of California-Santa Barbara experience positive financial outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $38,259, increasing to $56,852 after five years and $74,915 after ten years. The median debt for students is $13,993, and 20.2% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$38k

1 YEAR

$57k

5 YEARS

$75k

10 YEARS

Top 18% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of California-Santa Barbara alumni earn $38,259. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $56,852, and after ten years, earnings reach $74,915. The median debt for students is $13,993, and 20.2% of students receive financial aid.

The university has a high retention rate of 91.9% and an 85.5% graduation rate. The university has an acceptance rate of 27.8% and a student population of 23,205. In-state tuition is $14,965.

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Campus Location

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Santa Barbara, California

Santa Barbara, CA 93106

University of California-Santa Barbara is located in Santa Barbara, California. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of California-Santa Barbara has an acceptance rate of 28%.