Academic and Career Resources
Career Services
Website: https://career.sa.ucsb.edu/
Email: career-help@sa.ucsb.edu​
Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS)
CLAS provides drop-in tutorials in math, science, economics, writing and foreign language
Summer Sessions
Information about Freshman and Transfer Summer Start Programs
Summer course offerings and session dates
UCSB Library
Study space, group study rooms, Late Night Study for UCSB students (10pm-8am)
Course reserves
Research support, instructional services
Online articles and databases
Undergraduate Research
Learn about what research is and how to get started with research
Learn about available research opportunities
Find funding for your research
Network with people all over campus in various research fields
Website: https://undergrad.research.ucsb.edu
Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (URCA)
Facilitates equitable access, opportunities, and support for students producing knowledge
Grant programs - Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) Grant, Transfer Student Research Award, Faculty Research Assistance Program (FRAP)
Showcase opportunities - Undergraduate Research Colloquium, Colloquium Unbound, Digital Colloquium, Undergraduate Research Slam, URCA Journal
Workshops and info sessions
Website: https://urca.ucsb.edu/
Financial Resources
Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Website: https://www.finaid.ucsb.edu/
Money Matters PDF
Tool to help navigate your day to day finances
Access emergency funding
Information on low-cost services in the community
AS Food Bank & Miramar Food Pantry
Provides fresh, free, nutritious food to students with financial difficulties
Website: https://foodbank.as.ucsb.edu & https://dining.ucsb.edu/miramar-food-pantry
Basic Needs Resources
List of food security and other basic needs resources on campus and the Isla Vista community
Information about food resources, housing resources, financial resources, wellbeing resources, and technology resources
In-person and virtual advising available on a drop-in basis or by appointment
Health & Well-Being
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
UCSB mental health services: Individual and group counseling, long and short term counseling, single-session therapy, ADHD screening
Get started at CAPS by calling (805) 893-4411 or submitting a CAPS Services Request
Form online for http://caps.sa.ucsb.edu/caps-home
Mental Health Peer Program
School Anxiety Program (SAP) - three 1-hour long one-on-one session with a peer who will help you learn important time management, coping, and relaxation skills to reduce your anxiety Website: http://www.ucsbmhp.com/
Student Health Services (SHS)
General Medicine, Psychiatry, Physical Therapy, Nutrition Counseling
Alcohol and Drug Program (ADP)
Confidential Counseling and Treatment
Gauchos For Recovery program
Device & Screen Management information
Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip distribution
Disabled Student Program (DSP)
Temporary/Injury and Long Term disability accommodations
Reading Services and Note-taking Services
Test-taking Accommodations
Help writing letters to instructors
Workshops - Self-Advocacy, Social-Emotional Skills
Contact: 805.893.2668 or DSP.Help@sa.ucsb.edu
Website: http://dsp.sa.ucsb.edu/
Life of the Party (LOTP)
Student-run organization that advocates for safe partying and hosts alternative events to ensure safe and healthy community
Alcohol and drug safety tips and combination information
Website: https://adp.sa.ucsb.edu/lotp
Health and Wellness
Programs aimed towards improving student well-being
Guides and resources about various health topics, such as meditation, sleep, stress reduction, eating disorders and body image, nutrition, and more
Rejuvenation Stations, Mindfulness Meditations, Sleep Challenge, and more​
Website: http://wellness.sa.ucsb.edu/
Social, Cultural, & More
Associated Students (AS)
Non-profit organization and department of UCSB campus funded by student fees
Dozens of boards, committees, and commissions that are organized through A.S to enrich student life and give students services and opportunities not offered by the administration
Community Affairs Board (CAB) – Volunteer Opportunities
Student involvement in Student Government and Leadership
AS Program Board
Student-operated non-profit organization funded by lock-in fees, aims to coordinate fun and educational events for the UCSB community
Organize community events, movie nights, concerts at The Hub, and Storke Shows
Organize large, yearly events, such as Extravaganza, The Warm Up, and Delirium
Curate playlists on Spotify
Website: https://aspb.as.ucsb.edu/
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
Focus on serving students who are income eligible and first generation college students.
Mentorship, academic programs, one on one counseling and advising, campus student support service referrals and social/cultural programming
Get help addressing academic, career, financial, and personal concerns
Cultural Centers - African diasporic Cultural Resource Center, American Indian and Indigenous Cultural Resource Center, Asian Resource Center, Chicanx/Latinx Cultural Resource Center & El Centro, and Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian Resource Center
AS/EOP Grant
Contact: 805-893-4758 or EOP@sa.ucsb.edu
Guardian Scholars Program
Provides academic and personal support for students who were in the foster care system
Services include academic support, enrichment services, student advocacy, career guidance, peer networking, housing assistance and financial aid advising.
Housing and Residential Services
Housing options at UCSB (on and off campus), Housing FAQs,Community Housing Services​
Website: http://www.housing.ucsb.edu/
MultiCultural Center (MCC)
Safe space for students of color, LGBTQ, and international students, Annual Social Justice Conference
Website: http://mcc.sa.ucsb.edu/
Undocumented Student Services (USS)
Provides general counseling to all students seeking support pertaining to being undocumented, having undocumented family members or loved ones, and other relevant issues
Website: https://uss.sa.ucsb.edu/
USS Grocery Voucher Program - the Grocery Voucher Program is available for students who demonstrate financial need and are not eligible for CalFresh with a focus on UC Santa Barbara undocumented students. Undocumented students are able to receive 2 grocery vouchers ($100 in total) per quarter. Grocery vouchers are distributed at the Food Security and Basic Needs Advising Center at the UCen.
Student Engagement & Leadership (SEAL)
Promotes undergraduate and graduate student engagement and development through co-curricular programs, including campus organizations, fraternities and sororities, leadership development, and civic engagement
SEAL offers leadership opportunities through new and continuing initiatives, campus organizations, and events ​
Website: https://seal.sa.ucsb.edu/
Veterans and Military Services
Certifying VA educational benefits for veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and dependents of veterans
Information for Military Tuition Assistance benefit
Contact: 805-893-8905 or VeteransBenefits@sa.ucsb.edu​
Website: http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/veterans/home
Women, Gender and Sexual Equity
CARE (Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education) - Provide confidential advice and support to individuals impacted by interpersonal violence
RGSGD (Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity) - safe, supportive, and welcoming environment/resources for LGBTQIA members
Non-Traditional Student Services - for students ages 25+, students with dependents, or re-entering students. The center offers child care grant, priority registration, and lockers!
Women's Center - host events/training/workshops; advocate and promote research on diverse gender related topics
UCSB Campus Store
Purchase textbooks, UCSB gear, graduation regalia, and more​
Website: http://campusstore.ucsb.edu/home
Transportation and Parking Services
Parking permits
Commuter options: TAP, bicycle program, bus programs, and more​
Website: http://www.tps.ucsb.edu/commuter-options/santa-barbara-metropolitan-transit-district-mtd