Financial Support
100% of the incoming PhD graduate students in Fall 2024 received full financial support. Support can come in three ways: Fellowships, Graduate Student Research Positions, and Teaching Assistantships.
Fellowships
Most pay a quarterly stipend plus tuition and health insurance, and sometimes non-resident supplemental tuition. UCSB Continuing Fellowships call for nominations typically happens every February. Visit the Graduate Divison webpage for further information regarding Central Campus Fellowships, other Campus Fellowships, and other UC Fellowships.
Graduation Student Researcher (GSR) Positions
GSR positions pay a monthly salary plus tuition, health insurance, and non-resident supplemental tuition. Offers are made by individual faculty members. Further information can be found on the Graduate Divison Academic Appointments webpage.
Teaching Assistant (TAships)
TAships pay a monthly salary plus tuition and health insurance. TA positions, however, do not cover non-resident supplemental tuition. Offers are made by the department. Further information can be found on the Graduate Divison Academic Appointments webpage.
Need-based Financial Aid
Need-based aid is only available for domestic students. To apply for aid, a Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) must be submitted separately. More information is available through the UCSB Financial Aid Office.
Tuition
Consult the Graduate Division website for more information on Graduate Student Fees and Fee Remission. The UCSB Office of the Registrar lists a summary of quarterly fees and expenses.
Scholarships
Please see our selective list of fellowships and scholarships for graduate students here. The federal government, foreign governments, and private philanthropic organizations sponsor these award programs; they provide funding based on academic merit and other criteria to support advanced study or research in the U.S. and abroad after completion of the bachelor‘s degree. See the individual programs‘ official websites for complete information on eligibility requirements, application procedures, application forms, and exact filing deadlines. Many sites also include profiles of past winners.