From UCSB
http://www.graddiv.ucsb.edu/admissions/review/#time
Admissions Timeline
The admissions timeline varies among departments and applicants are encouraged to contact departments directly for specific deadlines related to the receipt and processing of applications. However, there are general deadlines and periods of processing which are common to most graduate departments and programs at UCSB. Listed below is a traditional timeline for general processing based on admissions for fall quarter.
Aug - Nov
Online Application Available
Dec - Jan
Most Departmental Deadlines Close
Applicants must meet application deadlines to be considered
Feb - Mar
Fellowship Decisions Finalized
Admission and Fellowship Notification Begin
Additional Department Deadlines Close
March 2
FAFSA Application Deadline
(Required for UCSB Applicants)
April 15
Student Response Deadline for Fellowship Offers
Mar - May
Remainder of Departmental Deadlines Close
Admission Processing and Notification Continues
May 1
Final Application Deadline for all Departments
(Please consult departments for specific deadlines)
June 1
Final Deadline for Summer Language Institutes
Jun - Jul
Admissions Decisions and Notification Finalize
Intent to Enroll (ITE) Forms Due
Jul - Sept
Registration packets mailed by Office of the Registra