Partnerships

UCSB is an academically top-ranked university in the US, and around the world. Your students can enjoy a first-rate education, while in a beautiful, safe and welcoming city on the coast of Southern California. Join our global university community of partners and experience the educational wonder that is UC Santa Barbara!

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Accelerated English Language Program

The UCSB Accelerated English Language Program (AELP), offered in partnership with KSE Global Education, provides high school students a transformative, immersive English-learning experience that rapidly builds confidence, fluency, and academic communication skills. 

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Connect Program

The UCSB PaCE Connect Program, offered by UCSB Professional and Continuing Education in collaboration with KSE Global Education, provides a two-year pathway for global high school graduates to enroll at a top-ranked U.S. public university. The program offers a structured, comprehensive college curriculum built specifically for international students, career preparation programming, and a guaranteed pathway to four-year degree programs.

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MasterScholar UCSB Summer Research Program

The MasterScholar UCSB Summer Research Program, offered in collaboration with KSE Global Education, provides an immersive pre-college academic experience for high school students interested in sustainability, engineering, and environmental science.

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