Student Resources
Many students may have difficulty keeping up with their classes, maintaining academic motivation, staying physically and emotionally healthy, or overcoming economic or housing challenges that they face alone or within their families as a result of personal or societal life challenges. You are not alone! We want to make sure you are aware that UCLA has myriad resources available to help you and put you in touch with them to obtain assistance!
See the list below for some highlights. Keep in mind that there are many more, so if you are looking for a particular resource and are unsure of whom to ask, email the Undergradute Student Affairs Officer. You may book long appointments if you anticipate a need for more time to discuss issues such as potential withdrawal from winter quarter, referral to Case Management Services, or other resources available to meet your needs.
Basic Needs, Mental Health, and Wellness
- UCLA Basic Needs website and resource guide— first and foremost, take care of your human self! Basic Needs encompasses everything from health to financial, housing, and food security. Their resource guide is comprehensive and updated regularly.
- Counseling and Psychological Services— now offering telehealth appointments for in-state students. Their resource page is full of helpful information and links!
- UCLA RISE Center— now offering virtual resilience, mental health, and mindfulness events.
- UCLA Wazo Connect–working to improve mental health in the UCLA community through peer-to-peer connections.
- Community Programs Office Food Closet–the campus’ anonymous, food pantry, provides students with food and other basic necessities.
- Bruin Dine–works to bridge the gap between food waste and food insecurity by recovering food from the UCLA dining halls that would have otherwise been thrown away and redistributing it to students and staff in need
- ECRT Meal Voucher Program— assist enrolled UCLA students who find themselves in extreme financial need and are experiencing food insecurity as a result
Academics
- Center for the Advancement of Teaching remote learning resources— make the most of those Zoom sessions!
- UCLA Library Services & Resources–access materials or set up a consultation with a librarian.
- Undergraduate Writing Center–virtual appointments now available.
- Undergraduate Research Center for the Humanities and Social Sciences–learn how to get involved with research remotely.
- Center for Accessible Education–accommodations and resources for students with disabilities.
- CARE Program–providing a safe place for survivors of sexual violence to get confidential support
- Undergraduate Research Center (HASS)–resource centers for students interested in research and creative inquiry at UCLA
- Center for Scholarships & Scholar Enrichment–helps UCLA students identify and apply for scholarships
Advising & Enrollment
- Dept. of Linguistics Undergraduate Advising— get in touch with an Undergraduate Student Affairs Officer about your major or minor.
- Resources for Linguistics Undergraduates BruinLearn Page– Repository of materials from Linguistics department info sessions/events. Email the Ling UG SAO to request access.
- Central Advising Units– contact central advising about GE requirements, unit requirements, petitions, etc.
- Registrar’s term calendar— lookup add/drop deadlines, Winter enrollment periods, etc.
- Career Center–virtual advising available for career planning, internship/job searches, and grad school planning.
- Post-Graduation Resources— Curated list of UCLA resources available for recent graduates/alumni!
- MEChA Calmecac— offers comprehensive academic support services to all students in order to address a wide variety of needs.
- UCLA Southeast Asian Campus, Learning Education, and Retention Project (SEA CLEAR)–focusing on providing current and returning SEA students free services to assist their academic journey
Support & Community
- UCLA Student Affairs Guidebook–resources to help UCLA students navigate their journey.
- UCLA Transfer Center–the hub of the transfer community.
- UCLA First-Year Experience–find support as you adjust and adapt to UCLA.
- Dashew Center for International Students–supporting the international community at UCLA.
- UCLA Students with Dependents–for parenting or caregiving students.
- LGBTQ Resource Center–now offering a queer-antine connections series.
- UCLA Undocumented Students Program–also serving students from mixed-status families.
- Bruin Guardian Scholars Program–serving current and former foster youth students.
- Bruin Underground Scholars program–serving students who identify as formerly incarcerated and/or system impacted.
- Office of Student Organizations, Leadership, & Engagement–search their database of >1000 student organizations at UCLA.
- My Student Support Program (My SSP)— 24/7 remote emotional health & wellbeing support for international students. Clinical professionals are here to help students cope with any challenges at no cost.
- UCLA Disabled Student Union–provides a safe and inclusive place for disabled people to feel accepted
- UCLA All Brains–student-led program that plans and arranges events for neurodiverse students at UCLA
- Bruin Resource Center–home for a number of campus centers and programs that provide support to different student communities
- UCLA Volunteer Center–coordinates service activities on campus and throughout Greater Los Angeles to inspire members of the extended UCLA family to give their time and talent
- Black Bruin Resource Center–supporting the UCLA Black and African Diaspora Community
- UCLA American Indian Student Association–robust and supportive community that nurtures American Indian, Alaskan Native, and First Nation students in their educational pursuits at UCLA
There are many more resources out there, so if you’re not sure if a particular department/organization/service is available, be sure to check their website!