The Department of Earth Science at UC Santa Barbara is dedicated to producing high quality research and educational opportunities as defined in our mission statement.

Ongoing Research —Our campus is experiencing phenomenal growth in research activity and academic excellence. The Research Section contains information about ongoing research projects, and our resources section highlights the array of research facilities available in the Department.

Academic Excellence— Our graduate and undergraduate education programs are renowned for providing students with unmatched field experience, as well as involving them in cutting edge research. Visit Faculty Awards page.

Donating —UCSB relies on the generosity of our charitable contributors to support its educational and research programs. Join them in supporting our department! Giving to Earth Science

Outreach —The Department of Earth Science believes Earth science and geological sciences are an important part of every student's education. Our educational outreach section contains details on Department outreach activities, including classroom visits, department tours, and educational resources for earth science teachers.