Is Open University for me?

If you want to expand your knowledge and expertise in an area of your interest, advance your career, complete a certificate program, or learn at a world-class research university while earning credits, then Open University is for you! 

Community Members: Do you want to take a course at UCSB? For fun, or for study? If you live in the area, you have access to the #5 ranked public institute in the country! Further your education, learn something new, be on campus, and enjoy all that UCSB has to offer as a state of the art research institute.

Career Professionals: Need more coursework for a degree? Want to get transfer units before getting your advanced degree? Save money and take classes with world-renowned faculty! You can specialize further in a subject you know, or open a new career in pursuing a different area of study!

We'll see you soon!