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Public4-Yearlarge campus
University of California-Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
4.1Excellent
28%
Selective
86%
Graduation
About University of California-Santa Barbara
University of California-Santa Barbara is a public four-year institution located in Santa Barbara, California. With an enrollment of approximately 23,205 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. The university admits 28% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The graduation rate stands at a strong 86%. Graduates earn a median salary of $74,915 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $13,825 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
28%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
86%
Enrollment
23,205
Total students
Median Earnings
$74,915
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$14,965
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$45,742
Per year
Average Net Price
$13,825
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$45,742/yr
In-State Tuition$14,965/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$13,825/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$55,300
10-Year Earnings
$749,150
ROI Multiple
13.5×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of California-Santa Barbara
Student Outcomes
86%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$75k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
23,205
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
