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University of California - Santa Barbara

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THE World Ranking: 69

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The University of California Santa Barbara’s history dates to 1891. UC Santa Barbara offers a dynamic environment that prizes academic inquiry and interpersonal connection to inspire creativity and discoveries with wide-ranging impact. The university is a leading research institution that also provides a comprehensive liberal arts learning experience. UC Santa Barbara offers over 200 majors, degrees, and credentials from its five schools and fosters virtually unlimited academic interests and educational pursuits. The university draws inspiration from the beauty and resources of its extraordinary location at the edge of the Pacific Ocean. UC Santa Barbara is blessed with an abundance of riches, from the breathtaking beauty of its location to its acclaimed faculty, and from its dynamic social atmosphere to its enduring contributions to scholarship and culture.

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Hotcourses Diversity Index (What is this?)

DIVERSITY INDEX
Source: IIE

89 International student nationalities at this university

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
Source: THE

69

OVERALL SCORE

72.1%

TEACHING

47.4%

INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK

84%

INDUSTRY INCOME

99.4%

RESEARCH

64.7%

CITATIONS

96.9%
QS World University Rankings 2025
Source: QS

178

Academic Ranking of World Universities 2024
Source: ARWU

64

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COSTS PER YEAR
LIVING COSTS

US$16,515

AVERAGE PRIVATE RENT
Source: College Board

US$9,804

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Educating and transforming

I have enjoyed my four years of undergraduate years studying abroad in the US. My university years are literally the best years of my life. Friendly lecturers and tutors are crucial for smooth transition that international students need.

I have enjoyed my four years of undergraduate years studying abroad in the US. My university years are literally the best years of my life. Friendly lecturers and tutors are crucial for smooth transition that international students need.

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