University of California - Santa Barbara
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1270 | 1500 |
| 2018 | 1270 | 1500 |
| 2019 | 1260 | 1520 |
| 2020 | 1280 | 1470 |
| 2021 | 1280 | 1470 |
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π Great Fit If You Are:
Ocean-loving scholars
if you want to learn with your feet in the sand and your mind in the stars, UCSB makes it real.
Work-life balancers
if you want to study hard, live well, and stay grounded, this is your space.
Earth-conscious explorers
if climate, ecology, and sustainability move you, UCSB leads in those fields.
Physics & econ purists
if you want world-class academics without pretension, these departments shine.
Creative rationalists
if you toggle between writing and logic, surfing and studying, UCSB supports both.
π¨ Not Ideal For:
Prestige-obsessed students
UCSB is respected, but less flashy than Berkeley or Stanford to outsiders.
Hyper-urban types
Isla Vista is chill, student-run, and far from skyscrapers and city buzz.
Ultra-structured learners
the culture leans loose, self-motivated, and vibe-driven.
Greek-life or sports-first applicants
thereβs energy, but UCSB isnβt built around sports or frat power.
Grindset maximizers
this is not the hustle-harder, sleep-never campus; health and joy matter here.
βοΈ Weather & Climate
spring
60-70Β°F (16-21Β°C)
Mild and pleasant
summer
65-75Β°F (18-24Β°C)
Warm and sunny
fall
65-75Β°F (18-24Β°C)
Warm and clear
winter
55-65Β°F (13-18Β°C)
Mild with some rain
Mediterranean climate with year-round mild temperatures
βοΈAverage 283 sunny days per year
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Nearby Areas
Famous beach known for its beauty and activities.