Open University Scholarships FAQ
Please note that no Applications will be accepted after March 14, 2025. The Open University Scholarships will be discontinued after the Spring 2025 quarter.
Who?
Scholarships are reserved to all residents of Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Ventura and Kern counties who are interested in taking UCSB courses via Open University, regardless of their previous UCSB affiliation.
Current UCSB registered students are not eligible for these scholarships. In order to be eligible, current UCSB students need to deregister from main campus for the quarter selected.
UCSB students who have been dismissed are not eligible for these scholarships. Please find more information on our Open University Program here.
When?
Open University Scholarships are available for Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters. Apply anytime up to the deadline listed below for the quarter you intend to enroll in. Scholarships must be used during the quarter the Awardees are selected. They cannot be transferred to another quarter.
Only the selected Awardees will be notified. If you do not receive a notification, you were not selected.
Spring 2025 Quarter Scholarships - Last Quarter
Deadline to apply: March 14, 2025
Response by: March 24, 2025
How much?
Scholarships cover 100% of the Open University tuition costs for one course. The $25 non-refundable quarterly enrollment fee, textbooks, and additional lab fees are not covered. They are payable by the student. Please find detailed instructions on how to enroll in our Open University Program here.
Enrollment is dependent on space availability. Please note that enrollment approval is ultimately at the Academic Department's discretion. If you have any questions, please email help@professional.ucsb.edu.
How do I apply for this Scholarship?
To apply please fill out this form. Only the selected Awardees will be notified.
Regardless of your Scholarship status, you will still be eligible to take UCSB courses through Open University and earn credits towards your degree completion.
What do I need to know about the courses taken via Open University?