Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of California, Santa Barbara.
First-year halls.Anacapa, San Miguel, San Nicolas, San Rafael, Santa Catalina, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa — all named after California Channel Islands. Most are corridor-style with shared bathrooms.
Newer suite-style residence for first-years and sophomores.
Isla Vista.Most upperclass UCSB students live in privately-owned off-campus apartments in Isla Vista, the community immediately adjacent to campus.
Santa Barbara, CA
Public research university (UC system)
26,000 total students
13 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
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| Anacapa Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| San Miguel Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| San Nicolas Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| San Rafael Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Santa Catalina North Tower | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Santa Catalina South Tower | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Santa Cruz Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Santa Rosa Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Manzanita Village | — | — | — | 0 | |
| De La Guerra Residence Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Muir Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Portola Residence Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Santa Catalina Residence Hall | — | — | — | 0 |
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