About Eastern Goleta Valley CDP, California
The Eastern Goleta Valley CDP is a census-designated place in Santa Barbara County, California. The population was 2,435 at the 2010 census. The CDP includes the unincorporated community of Isla Vista and the campus of the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Isla Vista is a dense residential community of mostly students at UCSB. It is known for its lively nightlife and beach culture. The community is situated atop cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean and beaches.
UCSB is a large public research university with strong programs in the sciences, engineering, and liberal arts. The university’s scenic campus is located on a bluff overlooking the ocean.