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University of California-Santa Barbara — Cost & Aid Report 2025
Cost & aid 2025
University of California-Santa Barbara is a public, doctoral / research institution in California. This report covers price, financial aid, debt, and return on investment from 2025 federal data.
Average net price (after aid)
$16,109
per year, all incomes
In-state tuition
$16,414
Out-of-state tuition
$50,614
Average net price
$16,109
Median grad debt
$13,993
Average net price by family income bracket
| Family income | Net price after aid |
|---|---|
| $0-30k | $9,231 |
| $30-48k | $9,992 |
| $48-75k | $12,588 |
| $75-110k | $17,136 |
| $110k+ | $31,863 |
Out of every 100 students — Pell grant
- Receive Pell grant 28/100
- Do not receive Pell 72/100
Out of every 100 students — federal loans
- Take federal loans 18/100
- Do not take federal loans 82/100
Net price vs. 1,500 US institutions