Antioch University-Santa Barbara

Antioch University Santa Barbara (AUSB) branch, one of the campuses of Antioch University, was established in 1977. The Santa Barbara campus is located in California. Antioch University was founded in 1852 in Yellow Springs, Ohio as Antioch College. The Santa Barbara campus confers bachelor’s and master’s degrees to students. The degree programs include liberal studies, clinical psychology and organizational management, among others. The university campus also grants doctoral degree in business administration. Moreover, the campus intends to offer master’s degree in writing and visual media in the coming years.

Antioch University Santa Barbara branch welcomes international students of diverse backgrounds and offers academic guidance and social counseling to its' students. Learning assistance and tutorial help is also available for students. A wide variety of financial aid programs are available for deserving students at the university. Eligible students can take advantage of student loans, grants and other assistance programs at the university.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in therapy and counseling and liberal arts.
• High female/male ratio.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.

Other important characteristics:

• Library on-campus
• Study abroad option
• Weekend study option
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 347 in 2007-2008 (351 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 31% of enrolled students and graduate students are 69%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Antioch Santa Barbara participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.