Transfer Acceptance Rate

The University of California, Santa Barbara's transfer acceptance rate for the Class of 2028 stands at 61.8%, with 11,386 out of 18,421 applicants gaining admission. This marks a notable increase from the 60% acceptance rate in 2023 and significantly higher than the 58% in 2022. Historically, the acceptance rate has shown a strong upward trend from just 49% in 2021. Additionally, the average GPA of accepted transfer students is 3.2, indicating a competitive but accessible pathway for well-qualified applicants.