Departments and Services

STUDENT SUCCESS (STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND SUCCESS)

Academic Initiatives strives to better integrate campus departments and faculty with the work of the Division of Student Affairs to create a bridge between academics and student support services.

Office of Black Student Development (OBSD) advances, in response to a strong culture of Black student activism, the experiences of all Black students, advocates for their needs, and fosters their personal and academic achievement through graduation and beyond.

Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS) provides tutoring, workshops, and services that help students understand course concepts, engage deeply in the learning process, and become independent thinkers and lifelong learners.

Career Services educates and empowers all students and recent graduates to prepare for and pursue success. 

Disabled Students Program (DSP) facilitates full participation and equal access to all educational activities and classes at UCSB for students with temporary and permanent disabilities.

Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) has counselors who practice holistic academic, financial, and personal counseling and advising. EOP also coordinates the SRB Cultural Resource Centers and the Summer Transition Enrichment Program (STEP). 

Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) provides immigration support for the UCSB community, advising for international students, and cultural programming.

Undocumented Student Services (USS) coordinates student services, programs, and advocacy for undocumented students and affiliates.

STUDENT LIFE
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Early Childhood Care and Education Services provides accredited and licensed childcare for student, staff, and faculty families with young children (aged 3 months to 5 years) at the Children's Centers located on the University campus.

Office of Student Conduct (OSC) maintains the integrity of the academic and co-curricular experience for all students through the investigation and adjudication of University policy violations. 

MultiCultural Center (MCC) strongly advocates and creates a sense of belonging for marginalized and minoritized students. The Center presents almost 100 events per year ranging from lectures and panel discussions to spoken word events, film screenings and musical performances. 

The Non-Traditional Student Resource Center provides resources, programs, and a community space for students whose life experiences differ from traditional students. Students we serve include: undergraduate students who are over 24 years old, graduate students who are over 29 years old, married or partnered students, students with dependents, re-entering students, student veterans, and formerly incarcerated students. 

Orientation Programs and Parent Services designs and implements comprehensive student and parent programs that introduce educational, social, and personal resources to facilitate the success of new students. 

Resource Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (RCSGD) works with students, staff, and faculty to ensure that LGBTQ identities, experiences, and concerns are represented and addressed at UCSB.

Student Engagement and Leadership (SEAL/OSL) is the home to registered campus organizations, including fraternities and sororities, and student leadership development programs. Our mission is to serve as an engine of belonging by supporting every student in finding their "home" at UCSB. We do this by encouraging student retention and completion through learning outside of the classroom and leadership development.

Veterans & Military Services supports all veterans, service members, and their families in navigating University, State, and Federal programs and regulations. 

The Women's Center is the primary organization on campus dedicated to providing education on women’s issues, feminism, healthy masculinities, and gender and social equity. In addition, we serve as a conduit for many other women’s and social justice organizations, and a site for mentorship and external educational programs. Our space and programs are available to all individuals of all genders interested in understanding how gender shapes our social world, and how we can work to eliminate all forms of gender-based oppression.

STUDENT WELLBEING

The Student Health Alcohol and Drug Program (ADP) provides counseling, education, prevention, and recovery services that meet students where they are, without judgment. ADP utilizes evidence-based, harm-reduction strategies and focuses on reducing high-risk behavior and encouraging personal and community safety and responsibility. 

CARE: Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education  provides professional, confidential advocacy crisis intervention, and support to students, staff, and faculty impacted by sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking. CARE also provides primary prevention education in stopping violence before it begins and strives to ensure a University trauma-informed response.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) promotes the emotional well-being of students through individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and stress management services. 

Health and Wellness promotes the mental, physical, and social health of all students by enhancing individual skills and positive relationships with families, peers, and the UCSB & Isla Vista community.

Recreation promotes an active, balanced lifestyle among students, staff, and faculty that contributes to the development of the social, emotional, and physical skills essential to long-term health and well-being. Program areas include: Adventure Programs, Aquatics, Certifications & Safety, Esports, Events, Fitness & Wellness, Gaucho R.E.C., Get up GAUCHOS!, Intramurals, Sport Clubs, WorkStrong, and Youth Programs. 

Student Mental Health Coordination Services (SMHCS) is a readily accessible single point of contact for individuals concerned about a student in distress. 

Student Health provides comprehensive and integrated healthcare services that treat illnesses efficiently, promote physical and psychological well-being, and enable students to have a healthy and successful University experience.

STUDENT ENROLLMENT (STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND SUCCESS)

Admissions coordinates all aspects of undergraduate admission, including year-round outreach, comprehensive application review, and the processing of credit for any student (new and continuing) who completes transferable coursework. The Office of Admissions includes the UCSB Visitor Center and is home to the Guardian Scholars Program, which supports former foster youth.

Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP) is a pre-college academic preparation program that increases college readiness and financial aid awareness among students and parents from select middle and high schools in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Kern Counties.  

Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships assists UCSB students and their families with student financial aid, including scholarships, grants, loans, work-study, and Veterans' benefits. 

Office of the Registrar maintains the official academic records of all UCSB students and oversees student registration, course scheduling, California residency, graduation, and student transcripts and verification. 

OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR

Call us (805-893-3651) or email us at vscaoffice@sa.ucsb.edu.   

The Stephen S. Goodspeed Intern serves as a liaison between the student body and the Student Affairs administration, chairs the Student Affairs Student Council (SASC), and leads initiatives that contribute to student success.

Student Affairs Grants & Development coordinates charitable giving to UCSB Student Affairs and its numerous member departments and programs, including student scholarships. 

STUDENT GOVERNMENTS & PUBLICATIONS

The following student-led programs and services have administrative units within UCSB Student Affairs.

Associated Students (AS) is UCSB's officially recognized undergraduate student government, which operates both as a non-profit organization and a campus department and includes dozens of entities (boards, committees, commissions, and units). 

Graduate Students Association (GSA) is UCSB's officially recognized graduate student government.

Storke Student Publications includes the Daily Nexus, a student-run newspaper, and the Senior Book, the official yearbook of the graduating class.