Orientation During the first week of courses, you will receive comprehensive orientation to academic and student life, including a campus tour, a group orientation to the program and classes, information about campus activities and the Santa Barbara area, and safety and insurance information. All students must purchase medical insurance through International Programs. For further information about health insurance, please contact us prior to your arrival. Price subject to change. Academic Advising Academic advising is available to all students.
Advisors are available to help students shape academic and professional goals.
Traveling to Santa Barbara is easy. The Santa Barbara Airport is conveniently located only five minutes from the UCSB campus. All International Program students receive free bus passes so that they may use the local bus system for daily transportation. Santa Barbara is a friendly city, and bus drivers are helpful. Some buses are even equipped to carry bicycles.