The Office of Research supports UC Santa Barbara’s status as a top-tier research institution and helps catalyze our rich culture of research, innovation and collaboration.
At a Glance
Research facts and figures
90+
startups
based on UCSB technology
Ranked
6th
UCSB ranks number 6 among all public universities in U.S. News and World Report's 2021 “Best Colleges” guide, the most widely read college guide in the country.
1 of 65
members of the Association of American Universities
UC Santa Barbara is one of only 65 research-intensive institutions in the U.S. and Canada elected to membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities, cementing its status as a higher-education leader.
Making an Impact
Research highlights from around campus
Popular Links
Frequently accessed info and links