UCSB Regular Decision Acceptance Rate

The University of California, Santa Barbara's Regular Decision acceptance rate for the application year 2024 stands at 32.96%, with 36,347 out of 110,266 applicants admitted. This marks an increase from 27.78% in 2023, reflecting a notable rise in acceptance as applicant volume has remained relatively stable. Over the previous years, acceptance rates have fluctuated, with figures like 25.85% for 2022 and 36.71% for 2020, indicating variability in the competitiveness of the applicant pool. Historically, the acceptance rates have seen highs of 36.33% in 2014 and lows of 25.85% in 2022, showcasing significant changes in admission trends at UCSB.