Programs
University of California-Santa Barbara conferred undergraduate degrees in 72 distinct fields — broad enough that most students can change direction without transferring. The social sciences is the largest field at 27% of undergraduate completions, with the rest spread more evenly. Behind it, psychology accounts for 12%. All completions data below is for awards conferred in 2024–25.
Top programs by completions
| Program | Degree | Completions | Median earnings | Debt at grad | ROI grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. | Bachelor's | 699 | — | — | — |
| Sociology, General. | Bachelor's | 661 | — | — | — |
| Communication, General. | Bachelor's | 618 | — | — | — |
| Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 545 | — | — | — |
| Statistics, General. | Bachelor's | 408 | — | — | — |
| Environmental Studies. | Bachelor's | 353 | — | — | — |
Completions by field
- 45 1,760
- 42 768
- 27 676
- 26 666
- 09 618
- 03 353
- 50 330
- 14 267
Credentials awarded
- BACHELOR 6,557