Academic Advising (College)
College of Letters & Science Academic Advising
College of Engineering Academic Advising
College of Creative Studies Academic Advising
Academic Advising for Transfer Students
Educational & Professional Development
Career Services
- Career planning and job searches
- Internship opportunities, workshops, and career fairs
- Graduate school opportunities
- Help with resume and interviewing skills
- Contact: career-help@sa.ucsb.edu
- https://career.sa.ucsb.edu/
Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS)
- Drop-in tutorials in math, science, economics, writing and foreign language
- Math, Science, Economics tutorial groups
- Study skills workshops and coaching
- Writing workshops
- http://clas.sa.ucsb.edu/
Summer Sessions
- Information about Freshman and Transfer Summer Start Programs
- Summer course offerings and session dates
- http://www.summer.ucsb.edu/
UCSB Library
- Study space, group study rooms, Late Night Study for UCSB students (10pm-8am)
- Course reserves
- Research support, instructional services
- http://www.library.ucsb.edu/
Undergraduate Research
- Find out 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
- https://undergrad.research.ucsb.edu
Financial
Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Information on grants, scholarships, loans, work-study, summer aid, and Dream Scholars
- 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
- http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/docs/default-source/money-matters-worksheets/mm3-inside-final4ff6052149ef6aa8844aff00009b11c6.pdf?sfvrsn=0
AS Food Bank
- Provides fresh, free, nutritious food to students with financial difficulties
- https://foodbank.as.ucsb.edu
Basic Needs Resources
- List of food security and other basic needs resources on campus and the Isla Vista community
- http://food.ucsb.edu/
Health & Well-Being
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Coping with college-life stress, also FREE EGG chair and Massage chair
- Individual and group counseling
- Test Anxiety Program
- To set up appointment visit CAPS or call 805-893-4411 for first-time appointment
- http://caps.sa.ucsb.edu/caps-home
Student Health Services (SHS)
- Nurse advisor and health counselors for all students
- Same day appointments usually available and pharmacy
- General Medicine, Psychiatry, Physical Therapy, Eye Care, Dental Care
- Massage, Meditation, Nutrition, Stress Management
- http://studenthealth.sa.ucsb.edu/
Alcohol and Drug Program (ADP)
- Education and Prevention Programs
- Confidential Counseling and Treatment
- Recovery Support
- Learn how to help a friend
- https://alcohol.sa.ucsb.edu/
Disabled Student Program (DSP)
- Reading Services and Note-taking Services
- Test-taking Accommodations
- Help writing letters to instructors
- Contact: 805.893.2668 or DSP.Help@sa.ucsb.edu
- http://dsp.sa.ucsb.edu//
Health and Wellness
- Programs aimed towards improving student well-being
- Dog Therapy Day
- Weekly Wellness Centers and much more
- http://wellness.sa.ucsb.edu/
Department of Recreation
- Numerous facilities that suit your interests
- Wellness and fitness classes
- Intramural sports and clubs
- Adventure Programs
- https://recreation.sa.ucsb.edu/
Social, Cultural, & More
Associated Students (AS)
- Offer FREE concerts and shows
- Community Affairs Board (CAB) – Volunteer Opportunities
- Student involvement in Student Government and Leadership
- http://www.as.ucsb.edu/
DREAM Scholars/Undocumented Student Services
- Provides programming detailing resources and information for undocumented students
- Offers general counseling (walk-in or appointments), support groups, and legal services
- Borrow books from the Dream Lending Library
- Oversees the Dream Scholars Faculty Mentorship program
- http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/dreamscholars/
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
- Focus on low-income and first generation undergraduates, but see anyone!
- Peer Advisor Program, cultural programming, support services
- Get help clarifying academic, career, financial, and personal concerns
- Contact: 805-893-4758 or EOP@sa.ucsb.edu
- http://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.
- http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/guardianscholars/
Housing and Residential Services
- Housing options at UCSB (on and off campus)
- http://www.housing.ucsb.edu/
MultiCultural Center
- Safe space for students of color, LGBTQ, and international students
- Hosts several events throughout the academic year
- http://mcc.sa.ucsb.edu/
Office of Student Life (OSL)
- Campus organizations, Greek Life, and leadership development
- Assistance in emergency situations, problem solving, intellectual and personal development
- http://osl.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
- 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 Bookstore
- Purchase textbooks, UCSB gear, and more
- http://www.ucsbstuff.com/home.aspx
Transportation and Parking Services
- Parking permits
- Commuter options: TAP, bicycle program, bus programs, and more
- http://www.tps.ucsb.edu/commuter-options/santa-barbara-metropolitan-transit-district-mtd