Join Grad Slam 2026
What involves 3-minute pitches, 6 prelim rounds, 1 second chance, and 7 final competitors for $5,000 on April 9th? It's the 2026 UCSB Grad Slam! Grad students, refine your pitch and get a chance to compete for the grand prize and the title of UCSB Champion -- join today!
Registration deadline is on February 6th.
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About the Graduate Division
The Graduate Division promotes excellence in graduate education and ensures our graduate students are successful and prepared for careers across the professional spectrum. Stellar graduate students attract world-class faculty, serve as mentors and teachers for undergraduates, conduct cutting-edge research, and go on to leadership positions in California, the United States, and the world.
A Dynamic Environment
Take a short video tour of key locations on campus for graduate students, with views of Isla Vista and Santa Barbara.
Contact Admissions and Outreach for more.