Welcome!

If you're considering UC Santa Barbara as a freshman or as a transfer student, this is the place to start.   Parents and Counselors are welcome, too.   (For Graduate Admissions, click here.)

Here on the website, we try to provide answers to your questions, and encourage your comments.

Freshman and transfer applicants for Fall 2009 may apply in November.  Due to unexpectedly high response for Fall 2008, UCSB will not accept applications for Winter 2009.

Future Freshman Applicants: UCSB is hosting daily UC Application Workshops August 11 – 15.

Enjoy your visit to our site!