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University of California: Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, CA

Admissions Summary

University of California: Santa Barbara is selective with an acceptance rate of 26%. Regular applications are due November 30.

By the Numbers

These ranges reflect what most admitted students scored, but many are outside these ranges.

  • GPA Range
  • 3.75+95%
  • 3.50–3.744%
  • 3.25–3.491%
  • 3.00–3.240%
  • 2.50–2.990%
  • 2.00–2.490%
  • Below 2.000%
  • SAT Total Range*Not available
  • SAT MathNot available
  • SAT ReadingNot available
  • ACT Composite Range*Not available
  • Acceptance Rate26% (Selective)
  • Total Applicants111,006
  • Admitted28,689
  • Enrolled4,968

Application Requirements

  • High School GPARequired
  • High School RankNeither required nor recommended
  • College Prep CoursesRequired
  • SAT/ACT ScoresNeither required nor recommended
  • RecommendationsNeither required nor recommended

Application Deadline

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college website.
Regular DecisionNov 30
Early ActionNot available

Early action applicants don’t have to commit if accepted. Students can apply Early Action to more than one college.

Early DecisionNot available

Early decision applicants agree to attend the college if they are accepted. Students can only apply to one college for Early Decision.

Application Process

  • Application Fee$70
  • Fee Waiver InfoAvailable to all qualified students. Visit the college website for details.

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