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University of California Santa Barbara

University of California Santa Barbara

UCSB Extension, International Student Programs
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School Info

Basic information

  • Enrollment
  • 24346students
  • Airport Pickup
  • Telephone
  • (805) 893-4200
  • Fax
  • (805) 893-4943
  • Address
  • UCSB Extension 2160 Kerr Hall Santa Barbara, CA 93106-1110

Options

  • Urban
  • On-Campus Dorm/residence
  • University-based Program
  • Conditional Admission (0)

Introducation

Why This School?

  • - University credit courses (transfer credit)
    - Access to campus life and resources
    - Business and Academic English Programs
    - Professional certificates

About the  UCSB Extension, International Student Programs

  • UCSB Extension, the continuing education division of the University of California Santa Barbara, provides educational outreach to local and global student communities. In addition to offering a wide range of advanced English and professional-level courses and certificates, our division provides a gateway for students to take university courses alongside students enrolled in UCSB degree programs.

About the  University of California Santa Barbara

  • The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) offers world-class academic study and research and an oceanfront campus considered one of the most beautiful in the world. UCSB is known for its collaborative culture, entrepreneurial spirit and ground-breaking innovations across the disciplines. „ UCSB is part of the 10-campus University of California system, one of the largest and most respected public university systems in the world „ Students represent over 75 countries and report an exceptional level of satisfaction with their overall campus experience. UCSB’s academic community is consisted of approximately 1,000 faculty and 24,000 students .

Programs

Course Information

  • Curriculum :
    Step 1 : Apply
    To Submit your Application you will need: 
    - High school transcript and diploma (GPA 2.7)
    - English language proficiency (TOEFL 75; IELTS 6.0; Duolingo 95; CET-4 500)
    - Copy of passport
    - Proof of financial eligibility 

    Step 2 : Summer English Academy
    Coursework will include:
    - Academic Reading and Writing
    - Language and Culture
    - Grammar 
    - Speaking and Pronunciation
    *The English training is 4 hours per day, 4 days a week, for 6 weeks. 

    Step 3 :  Academic Year
    Fall Quarter:
    - 1 General education course 
    - 2 Academic english language preparation courses
    Winter Quarter:
    - 3 General education courses 
    Spring Quarter: 
    - 3 General education courses 

    Step 4 : Transfer to SBCC
    After Spring quarter, students will transfer to Santa Barbara City College to complete their General Education requirements
    UCSB will assist with applying to Santa Barbara City College and work closely with advisors there to get students enrolled 

Course Information

Schedule 52 Weeks Accommodation On-Campus Dorm/residence

requirements

  • - High school transcript and diploma (GPA 2.7)
    - English language proficiency (TOEFL 75; IELTS 6.0; Duolingo 95; CET-4 500)

Course Schedule

2024-08-12
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Fees

Tuition

School's Admin fee
Tuition
52 Week Week Week Week Week
(USD)$ 34,785
Week Week Week Week Week

Accomodation

Housing Placement fee
Accommodation Fee
Terms Homestay On-Campus Dorm/residence Off-Campus residence

Airport Pickup

Airport Pickup
Other Charges

Remarks / Other Information

  • * Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.

Course information

  • Focus of Study :
    3+1 prepares international college students for future graduate study. Students will spend their final year at UCSB to get study abroad experience and to prepare for applying to a US graduate program. Students will take courses alongside UCSB matriculated students, and earn UC units to transfer to their home university bachelor's degree, and possibly future graduate programs.


    Benefit, Goal of this course :
    -Give international undergraduate students the opportunity to take courses at a top-ranked US University as they earn their Bachelor’s degree at their home university
    -Establish eligibility to apply for OPT to work in the US for a year, if students complete 3 quarters      
    -Personalized advising provided to increase chances for admission to US graduate schools
    -Improve international students competence based on academic standards at US graduate schools

Course information

Schedule 10 Weeks Accommodation On-Campus Dorm/residence

requirements

  • N/A

Course Schedule

2025-01-06 2024-09-15 2024-06-20
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Fees

tution

School's Admin fee
Tuition
10 Week Week Week Week Week
(USD)$ 8,445
Week Week Week Week Week

Accommodation

Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms Homestay On-Campus Dorm/residence Off-Campus residence

Airport Pickup

Airport Pickup
Other Charges

Remarks / Other Information

  • * Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.

Course information

  • Through the University Immersion Program, international students may enroll in UCSB academic and/or professional development courses in a wide variety of disciplines. This program offers an excellent way to experience university life in the U.S. Students also have the opportunity to participate in a classroom environment dedicated to teaching applicable skills, and to gain knowledge necessary for success in the global workforce. The credits earned may be transferred to universities around the world or used to complement students’ professional and academic goals.

Course information

Class size 12 Students Schedule 12, 24, 36, 48 Weeks
Course Level 6 VISA Info I-20 Issued Upon Request
Minimum age 18 Accommodation On-Campus Dorm/residence

requirements

  • N/A

Course Schedule

2025-01-06 2024-09-15 2024-06-20
※ From the Course Starting Dates 12, 24, 36, 48Weeks(month) Choose

Fees

tution

School's Admin fee (USD)$ 200
Tuition
12 Week 24 Week 36 Week 48 Week Week
(USD)$ 7,445 (USD)$ 14,000 (USD)$ 20,000 (USD)$ 23,350
Week Week Week Week Week

Accommodation

Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms Homestay On-Campus Dorm/residence Off-Campus residence
12 weeks (USD)$ 4327

Airport Pickup

Airport Pickup
Other Charges

Remarks / Other Information

  • * Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.

Housing option

Location

Accommodation

  • Community Housing Office
    UCSB Community Housing Office (CHO), offers international UCSB Extension students help with off-campus, non-university rental housing in Isla Vista, Goleta, and Santa Barbara. CHO provides rental listings, rental advice, and roommate services. It also provides a videotaping service (for a small fee) to videotape rentals before you move in and after you move out (to document the condition of the unit) to secure the security deposit. To start searching for housing and gain access to services, you must register with UCSB Community Housing Office (CHO); click Extension International Programs.
    Make sure to contact CHO before you rent housing (sign or take over a lease)
    Start your housing search early
    It is difficult to find housing at the beginning of the quarter. Our local area is experiencing a tight housing market.

    University-Owned Housing
    UCSB Housing and Residential Services offer university-owned apartment housing to international UCSB Extension students. For information, descriptions of housing options, and rental applications go to: Extension Housing and Residential Services.
    University-owned apartments are on a space-available basis and are rarely available for fall quarter; availability for winter and spring quarters is much more likely. Apartments are fully furnished and include all utilities.
    Note: Visiting, international students may apply for university-owned apartment housing; students enrolled in a degree program at UCSB have priority. If spaces remain, international students are offered a space.
    University-owned housing costs are payable quarterly at the Billing Accounts Receivable Office (BARC), Room 1212, Student Affairs and Administrative Services, UCSB.

Surrounding Area

  • Experience Beautiful UC Santa Barbara Each year, UCSB Extension brings hundreds of international students to our campus on the Pacific – the University of California, Santa Barbara. For 30+ years, our students have been part of this rigorous learning environment and have studied under world-renowned scientists and scholars. Many students have gone on to graduate programs in the U.S.Just minutes away, the City of Santa Barbara is known for sunny days, downtown beaches and Spanish architecture – this is California at its best. This unique tourist destination is clean, safe and not far from the urban areas of Southern California.

Activity

  • ACTIVITIES 
    Visiting students have the privilege of being active members of the bustling academic community at UCSB – they enjoy many of the activities, events and recreational facilities available on campus. There is something for every interest group and lots to do. UCSB offers a variety of cultural, entertainment, and sports events weekly. UCSB venues include: Multicultural Center, Arts & Lectures, and the Recreation Center and Aquatics Complex.

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