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Serving All Undergraduates

Every undergraduate at UC Santa Barbara will take at least one course in the College of Letters & Science. Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts -- our students do it all!  

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Invaluable Experiences

Many of our students have the opportunity to do hands-on research with a professor, giving them practical knowledge and skills that take them beyond the classroom. 

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Natural Beauty

UCSB's location, perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, can't be beat. We encourage students to work hard and take time to enjoy their stunning surroundings.

News

Here's what's happening in the college.

News

Jeffrey Stewart Elected to AAAS

UC Santa Barbara Black Studies Professor Jeffrey Stewart is one of the newest members to be elected to the prestigious American Academy of Arts & Sciences

João Pedro Oliveira awarded a Guggenheim

The Corwin Chair of Composition has been awarded a Guggenheim fellowship in music composition

Professor Charmaine Chua receives Plous Award

Global studies scholar-activist Charmaine Chua receives Harold J. Plous Memorial Award

Five Professors Make Highly Cited Researchers List

Five UC Santa Barbara researchers have been named among the most influential scientists in the world, according to the 2023 Highly Cited Researchers list released by Clarivate Analytics

“The College of Letters & Science prepares students for diverse careers while providing them with the knowledge and skills that will allow them to participate in society as informed and engaged citizens.”

David Marshall

Executive Vice Chancellor & former Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts

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