A G U I D E F O R I N T E R N A T I O N A L S T U D E N T S

University of CaliforniaSanta Barbara

UC Santa Barbara is part of the 10-campus University of California system,

one of the largest and most respected public universities in the world.

UCSB RankingsNUMBER 2 among the world’s public universities.

(Centre for Science & Technology Studies at Leiden University, Netherlands, 2013)

NUMBER 10 among U.S. public universities. (U.S. News and World Report, 2012)

NUMBER 35 among all the world’s universities. (Times Higher Education, London, 2012)

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• Five Nobel Laureates – two in Chemistry, two in Physics, and one in Economics.

• Alumna Carol Greider won the Nobel Prize in Physiology/Medicine.

• Professor Shuji Nakamura won the Millennium Technology Prize for the blue laser diode.

• UCSB is one of only 62 institutions in the Association of American Universities.

• Economics and Accounting graduates are actively recruited by top accounting firms.

• UCSB is a pioneer in Environmental Science, a leader in the field for over 40 years.

• The Institute for Energy Efficiency is changing how energy is produced and used.

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AcademicsTHE COLLEGE OF LETTERS & SCIENCE offers a broad liberal arts curriculum that prepares students well for careers or graduate study. An exciting array of majors develops critical thinking and com-munication skills needed in today’s changing world – in the mathematical, life and physical sciences, the social sciences, humanities and fine arts. The Honors Program creates a community of scholars for highly motivated students. The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activ-ities program funds student research projects. Freshman Seminars, taught by research faculty, explore challenging contemporary topics in small discussion groups. www.duels.ucsb.edu

THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING offers five majors, plus accelerated pro-grams that lead to master’s degrees in five years. The environment and modern laboratory facilities foster creativity, collaboration and discovery. Courses balance theory and applied science, leading students to success-ful careers in academia and

industry. An exceptionally low student-to-faculty ratio encourages students to take part in faculty-directed research and independent study. An entrepreneurial attitude infuses the college, where the outcome of scien-tific inquiry solves real-world problems. www.engineering.ucsb.edu

THE COLLEGE OF CREATIVE STUDIES (CCS) supports highly motivated students in research and the creation of new knowledge in one of eight disciplines in science, humanities and the arts. Small CCS seminars and close mentorship by faculty, coupled with access to classes and resources of the entire campus, help students make original contributions in their fields. Applicants must submit a supplemental application for review by faculty. www.ccs.ucsb.edu

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A World of LearningThe UC Santa Barbara campus is an exciting envi-ronment in which to learn and grow. More than half of UCSB students collaborate with faculty on research or creative projects. Professors are ac-cessible and respon-sive to the needs of their students.

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L I S T O F M A J O R S

DEGREE OFFEREDMAJOR Bachelors Masters DoctorateCOLLEGE OF LETTERS & SCIENCE http://www.advising.ltsc.ucsb.eduActuarial Science 5

Anthropology 5 5 5

Aquatic Biology 5

Art 5 5

Art History 5 5 5

Asian American Studies 5

Asian Studies 5 5 5

Biochemistry 5

Biochemistry-Molecular Biology 5 5

Biological Sciences 5

Biopsychology 5

Black Studies 5

Cell & Developmental Biology 5

Chemistry 5 5 5

Chicana & Chicano Studies 5 5 5

Chinese 5

Classics 5 5 5

Communication 5 5 5

Comparative Literature 5 5 5

Dance 5

Earth Science 5 5 5

Ecology & Evolution 5 5 5

Economics 5 5 5

Economics & Accounting 5

Economics/Mathematics 5

English 5 5 5

Environmental Studies 5 5 5

Feminist Studies 5 5 5

Film & Media Studies 5 5 5

Financial Mathematics & Statistics 5

French 5

Geography 5 5 5

German 5 5 5

Global Studies 5 5

History 5 5 5

History of Public Policy 5

Hydrologic Sciences & Policy 5

Interdisciplinary Studies 5

Italian Studies 5

Japanese 5 5 5

Language, Culture & Society 5

Latin American & Iberian Studies 5 5

Linguistics 5 5 5

Marine Science 5 5

Mathematical Sciences 5 5 5

Mathematics 5 5 5

Medieval Studies 5 5 5

Media Arts & Technology 5 5

Microbiology 5

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DEGREE OFFEREDMAJOR Bachelors Masters DoctorateMiddle East Studies 5

Music 5 5 5

Pharmacology 5

Philosophy 5 5 5

Physics 5 5

Physiology 5

Political Science 5 5 5

Portuguese 5 5

Psychology 5 5

Religious Studies 5 5 5

Renaissance Studies 5

Slavic Languages and Literatures 5 5 5

Sociology 5 5 5

Spanish 5 5 5

Statistical Science 5 5 5

Theater 5 5 5

Zoology 5 5

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING http://engineering.ucsb.eduChemical Engineering 5 5

Computer Engineering 5 5 5

Computer Science 5 5 5

Electrical Engineering 5 5 5

Mechanical Engineering 5 5 5

Materials 5 5

Five-Year ProgramsComputer Science, plus MSin Computer Science

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Computer Engineering, plus MSin Computer Science or Electrical andComputer Engineering

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Electrical Engineering, plusMS in Electrical and Computer Engineering

5 5

Chemical, Electrical or MechanicalEngineering plus MS in Materials

5 5

COLLEGE OF CREATIVE STUDIEShttp://ccs.ucsb.eduArt 5

Biology 5

Chemistry & Biochemistry 5

Computer Science 5

Literature 5

Mathematics 5

Music Composition 5

Physics 5

See the UCSB Catalog for more information about majors:

http://my.sa.ucsb.edu/catalog

Also visit: www.admissions.ucsb.edu/allmajors.asp

or http://www.ucsb.edu/academics

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Living at UC Santa BarbaraEntering students are guar-anteed university housing, with many rooms offering ocean views.

More than 80% of students live on campus or a short bike ride away.

Housing options allow stu-dents to remain in residence halls during breaks.

Rated one of the fittest uni-versities in the nation, UCSB offers excellent recreation fa-cilities. Students play soccer, basketball, volleyball, rugby and more, and compete in NCAA Division 1 sports.

Reader’s Digest, a leading U.S. magazine, has given UCSB its highest ranking for campus safety.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

SANTA BARBARACoastal Santa Barbara offers extraordinary weather and a healthy lifestyle amid the cultural resources of a sophisticated city.

Convenient transportation is available to Los Angeles, San Francisco and other cities around the world.

Visit Santa Barbara for excellent shopping, restau-rants, movies and music, or enjoy the surf and sun at the beach. www.santabarbara.com

More than 400 campus organizations connect students based on cultural and professional interests.

C U L T U R A L G R O U P S A T U C S BVISIT: THE OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE http://osl.sa.ucsb.edu

ARAB STUDENT GROUPARMENIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATIONASIAN RESOURCE CENTERCARIBBEAN STUDENT COLLECTIVECHICANO-LATINO CULTURAL RESOURCE CENTERCHINESE STUDENT AND SCHOLAR ASSOCIATIONEL CONGRESOGERMAN CLUB UCSB HERMANOS UNIDOS HONG KONG STUDENT ASSOCIATION SOUTH ASIA STUDENT ASSOCIATION (INDUS)IAORANA TE OTEA (POLYNESIAN DANCE)ITALIAN CLUB @ UCSBJAPANESE STUDENT ASSOCIATIONKAPATIRANG PILIPINO KHMER STUDENT ASSOCIATION KOREAN INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SOCIETYLOS INGENIEROSMIDDLE EASTERN CULTURAL RESOURCE CENTERPACIFIC ASIAN COALITIONPACIFIC ISLANDER STUDENT ASSOCIATIONPAN-AFRICAN STUDENT UNION PERSIAN STUDENT GROUPRHYTHMS OF BRAZIL CULTURAL CLUB RUSSIAN CLUBSOUTH ASIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATIONTAIWANESE STUDENT ASSOCIATIONTHAI STUDENT UNIONTURKISH STUDENT ASSOCIATIONVIETNAMESE STUDENT ASSOCIATION

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Global Scholarship for International Students

UC Santa Barbara has established the Global Scholarship for international freshman applicants who will hold a U.S. visa if they attend UCSB. A supplemental application is not required. Scholarship recipients will receive $2,500 for each of their first two years at UCSB, and $5,000 for their third and fourth years. For more information, visit www.finaid.ucsb.edu

The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is an excellent resource for international applicants, providing assistance in securing a student visa, orienting you to the campus, and in helping you plan your academic program. The office will also link you to the inter-national student associations on campus, offer classes in English oral proficiency and American culture, and even advise you on careers and continuing education. For students making their first exciting visit to the United States, OISS will be a helpful partner. Visit www.oiss.ucsb.edu

UCSB Office of International Students and Scholars

Estimated Undergraduate BudgetESTIMATED COSTS — 2013-14 ACADEMIC YEAR UC Tuition & FeesRoom and BoardBooks and SuppliesHealth InsuranceTransporation, Phone, and PersonalExpensesTOTAL

NON-RESIDENT STUDENT$36,624

14,1151,4442,4142,458

$57,055

Source: UCSB Financial Aid & Scholarships: www.finaid.ucsb.edu. Costs subject to change.

Documentation showing financial ability will be required after submitting intention to register.

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Preparing for UC Santa BarbaraIn general, an applicant to UC Santa Barbara will have graduated from a secondary school and earned a cer-tificate of completion that enables attendance at a university in your country.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS Your international school must have an appropriate level of recognition in the educational system it follows. If your international school follows a U.S. curriculum, the school must have U.S. accreditation and you must graduate with a U.S. high school diploma or an equiva-lent credential.

13-YEAR EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMSIf pre-university education is 13 years long in your country, you must complete all 13 years before entering UC Santa Barbara.

BRITISH SYSTEMS AND SINGAPOREYou must complete at least five IGCSE/GCSE/GCE O Lev-els, and at least three GCE A Levels to be considered for admission. If you receive A, B or C grades on your GCE A Level examinations, UC

Santa Barbara may grant you transfer credit toward your bachelor’s degree. The exact amount of credit will be determined after you are formally admitted and pro-vide your official Statement of Results.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE IB diploma students must take a minimum of five IB exams. Two exams must be taken at the higher level. The overall average must be 5 with no exam score below 4.

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BRAZILComplete the Certificado de Ensino Medio with a min-imum average of 7 on the 1-10 scale or an average of 4 on the 1-5 scale.

CANADAStudents must have academ-ic preparation that leads to university entrance in your province, with grades equiv-alent to a strong B average or better. 

CHINARequirements vary based on the type of school you attend. See the 13 year system, IB, or US diploma program if appropriate. If you are following the tradi-tional Chinese system, you

are expected to complete a level of preparation for the Gao Kao.

HONG KONGComplete the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Edu-cation (HKDSE) or the HKCEE and HKALE system with superior grades.

INDIA AND PAKISTANComplete your standard XII years of education and sit for 10th and 12th year board/state examinations. An average of 70, Division I, is required.

INDONESIAComplete the Academic Senior Secondary School Diploma (SMA) with an

average score of 7.5. 

JAPANComplete the upper sec-ondary school graduation diploma requirement with a minimum average grade of 4.4.

MALAYSIAComplete your SPM and STPM or A Levels with at least a strong ‘B’ average.

SOUTH KOREAComplete the Senior High School Diploma with a min-imum B+ grade average in academic courses. 

TAIWANComplete the Senior High School Diploma with an av-

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erage percentage of 77.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Complete the Secondary School Certificate of Educa-tion (GSCE) with an average of 70 percent or higher.  

Apply to UCSB online by November 30

UC Santa Barbara is one of the top research universities in the world so admission is competitive. The Office of Admissions is familiar with educational systems around the world, and will provide each applicant with a com-prehensive review.

Academic requirements are described on our website at: www.admissions.ucsb.edu/selectionprocess.asp

Submit an application on-line during November for enrollment the following September.

Apply online at: www. universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

More information about applying to UCSB: http://admissions.ucsb.edu/ internationaladmission.asp

REQUIRED TESTSFor freshman studentsSAT Reasoning Test ORACT plus Writing

For students whose language of instruction was not En-glish:TOEFL – Minimum score of 80 ORIELTS – Minimum score of 7

RECOMMENDED TESTSCollege of Engineering: SAT Math 2 subject test.

College of Creative Studies: SAT subject test related to major choice.

Exams must be taken by

December prior to enroll-ment.

OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATIONNewly admitted international students who live outside the United States will need to obtain either an I-20 or DS-2019 form from the UCSB Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) in order to secure an F-1 or J-1 student visa from a U.S. consulate. 

MINIMUM FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTTo obtain your visa doc-ument, you will need to submit, online, proof of your ability to pay for your expenses for your first year of study at UCSB. More infor-mation on these important topics is available at www.oiss.ucsb.edu

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UCSB Campus General Information (805) 893-8000 www.ucsb.edu

Office of Undergraduate Admissions (805) 893-2881 www.admissions.ucsb.eduGraduate Admissions 805) 893-2277 www.graddiv.ucsb.edu Majors at UCSB http://admissions.sa.ucsb.edu/allmajors.asp

Office of International Students and Scholars (805) 893-2929 www.oiss.ucsb.eduUCSB General Catalog http://my.sa.ucsb.edu/Catalog/

Housing Office (805) 893-2760 www.housing.ucsb.edu Financial Aid and Scholarships (805) 893-2432 www.finaid.ucsb.edu Career Services 805) 893-4412 http://career.sa.ucsb.eduResidency Email: residency@sa.ucsb.edu http://registrar.sa.ucsb.edu/residenc.aspxAthletics (805) 893-8272 www.ucsbgauchos.comFollow UCSB Admissions

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UC SANTA BARBARA CAMPUS DIRECTORY

UC SANTA BARBARA AT A GLANCE

U n i t e d S t a t e sU n i t e d S t a t e s

P a c i f i c O c e a n

SANTA BARBARA

Los Angeles

Los Angeles

Santa Barbara

San FranciscoC a l i f o r n i a

CAMPUS SIZE AND LOCATION1,055 acres on the California Coast100 miles north of Los Angeles

TOTAL STUDENTS: 21,927 18,977 Undergraduates; 2,950 Graduates

DAYS OF SUN PER YEAR: 300+

DATES AND DEADLINESApplication opens online October 1Submit UC application November 1 – 30Admission notification (freshman) Mid-March Admission notification (transfer) Mid-March – May 1 Deposit deadline (freshman) May 1Deposit deadline (transfer) June 1Financial statements due* After depositCampus orientation sessions Late June to early AugustFirst day of classes October 2, 2014

(*Note: The I-20 is issued two to three weeks after deposit.)

FRESHMAN SNAPSHOT, FALL 2013Freshman applicants 62,413Students admitted 24,850Estimated enrolled 4,550Average GPA, admitted freshmen 4.13Average SAT score 1944

TRANSFER SNAPSHOT, FALL 2013Transfer applicants 13,635Students admitted 6,475 Estimated enrolled 1,550Average GPA, admitted transfers 3.55

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