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University of California-Santa Barbara · Department of Film and Media Studies
A critical-studies BA covering film and media history, theory and analysis, with a pre-major sequence, upper-division history and theory series, and one required production course. Students may apply for a capstone Senior Honors Project.
| Field | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Film Studies | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: filmandmedia.ucsb.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
Bachelor's degree whose major is film and media studies.
Source: filmandmedia.ucsb.edu · verified October 12, 2026We list verified film degrees only — no certificates, workshops or generic degrees with a few film electives. Eligibility rules
Culminating requirementOptional capstone Senior Honors Project with a faculty mentor, by application.
Source: filmandmedia.ucsb.edu · verified October 12, 2026As listed on the program's official page on October 12, 2026. Listing does not mean a faculty member is teaching or supervising new students in a given year.
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| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| In-state — Tuition and Student Services Fee (2026 cohort)From the school's rate table for this level | $15,588 | per academic year · 2026-2027Includes feesSource: finaid.ucsb.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
| Out-of-state — Non-Resident Supplemental Tuition (in addition to tuition)From the school's rate table for this level | $39,270 | per academic year · 2026-2027Source: finaid.ucsb.edu · verified October 12, 2026 |
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Eligibility: College of Letters and Science awards for independent research or production projects supervised by faculty
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