UCSB has around 23,000 students, with 53% Caucasian and other ethnicities making up the remaining 47%. Its mascot is the Gaucho. The university has several colleges including Letters & Science, Engineering, and Creative Studies. It is located in Santa Barbara near the beach and offers a warm climate and scenic views. The document discusses UCSB's admissions statistics, major requirements for computer engineering, and highlights the university's beaches and weather.