Resources

The UCLA Academic Advancement Program (AAP) provides academic support to students from diverse backgrounds through academic advising, workshops, mentoring, summer bridge programs, and scholarships.

The Community Programs Office (CPO) serves as the multicultural center at UCLA. CPO works with students of color and allies to promote student success and to cultivate a network of community-minded student leaders who are committed to serving and improving UCLA and the community beyond our campus.

The Dashew Center for International Students & Scholars provides specialized programs and services for international students on campus.

The Center for Accessible Education (CAE) provides services and accommodations for students with a verifiable medical disability.

Academic counseling available to all students though the Center for Academic Advising in the College (CAAC).

UCLA Study Abroad offers academic programs for students who want to spend a quarter overseas.

Academic counseling can help students determine how to fulfill requirements, create degree objectives, or decide on a major. New students should get academic counseling before they enroll in classes.

The Campus Library Instructional Computing Commons (CLICC) offers technology and support for UCLA students, faculty, and staff. Services include free laptop lending, printing, study room reservations, projector loans, computer stations, and a wide variety of instructional software.

As part of the Student Retention Center, the Writing Success Program offers quarterly workshops, one-on-one writing support, and daily drop-in hours. Their goal is to help ease students’ anxiety about writing and increase student confidence in their analytic and communication skills. Location: Student Activities Center, Room 106.

First Year Experience (FYE) is dedicated to equipping all first year students with the skills, tools, and knowledge supporting your transition to UCLA.

The Graduate Writing Center offers a variety of workshops and programs throughout the year including dissertation "boot camps" for graduate students working on dissertation proposals and dissertations. For master's thesis writers, we offer a master's thesis mentoring program. See our web page on thesis support for more information. The GWC offers FREE appointments with friendly, experienced writing consultants to all registered UCLA graduate and professional school students.

UCLA Honors Programs is an academic and counseling community that empowers students to explore their passions, design personalized academic journeys, and achieve their goals. Through interdisciplinary programs, transformative learning experiences, and dedicated advising, we prepare students to adapt, lead, and thrive in a dynamic world.

Academic & Student Services supports the unique needs of each student-athlete by providing strategic services and programming in the areas of academic support, academic counseling, student-athlete development, and student services. Our student-centered approach empowers student-athletes to maximize their educational experience as they pursue their academic and personal goals. It is our mission to graduate self-sufficient learners who are able to successfully embark on life after college.

The CPO Computer Lab is available for use to all UCLA students with no charge. Each student is allotted 150 duplicate prints (75 sheets) per quarter with a maximum of 100 pages (50 sheets) per job. The CPO Computer Lab is one of few free printing resources on campus. The Exam Database is a resource that allows students to access previously administered midterms, finals, and papers from various courses. Each appointment allows students to access a maximum of 5 exams or other course materials within a 5-minute session.

For students who desire one-on-one counseling, the undergraduate office compiles a list of graduate students who are willing to tutor college students. For more tutoring options, contact your Departmental Advisor.

Each department at UCLA has its very own counselor to help students with their upper division requirements working towards a degree. If you have questions regarding your major/minor requirements, courses for your major/minor, professors in your major/minor, or anything having to do with your major/minor you would go see your departmental advisor.

There are eleven libraries available for students and each offer a variety of resources and services. Tools include research tutorials, book reserves from other campuses, reserved study spaces, 24-hour study space, database searches, techniques of research writing, proper citing, and more.

The Undergraduate Writing Center is a free service for all UCLA students. They provide one-on-one appointments at our 3 locations: Powell East Rotunda, Rieber Hall 162, and the Remote Evening location. They also administer the Philosophy Writing Center and the History Writing Center in A61 Kaplan. They are happy to work with you on course papers, capstone projects, senior thesis papers or application materials (resumes, CVs, statements of purpose or cover letters).

The URC’s primary mission is to promote, develop, and celebrate undergraduate student research with the overall goal of enhancing undergraduate education and preparing students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, for academic and research careers. Students will gain experiences and skills that benefit them both academically and professionally, preparing them for graduate school and a wide variety of careers.

The Center for Community Engagement creates opportunities for UCLA faculty, students, and staff to collaborate with community partners to build an equitable and just society through community-engaged research and teaching and community programs.

UCLA's Registrar's Office provides a comprehensive range of services for current and former students, including registration, academic records, transcripts, and degree audits. Students can access information on enrollment, fees, grades, and personal details through various online platforms and in-person visits.

Residential Life is responsible for creating safe, supportive, and inclusive living-learning communities for students living on-campus. They offer resources like academic support resources and specialized programming.

SOLE advises about 1000 campus organizations. Services include registration of new and continuing organizations, programming assistance, organization development, fundraising approval and guidelines, funding proposal consultation, and advisement on rules and regulations. The Main Office also approves time, place, and manner for the campus activities of registered organizations. Location: Kerckhoff Hall 105, Email: uclasole@ucla.edu

The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life serves to enhance the growth and development of UCLA students through their membership in, or engagement with, the fraternity and sorority community.

The LGBTQ CRC supports community members of all sexual and gender identities and serves the entire UCLA community – undergraduate students, graduate and professional students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

The Transfer Student Center is a central hub for all UCLA transfers! We currently only serve current UCLA students but if you are a prospective transfer there are many resources that may be helpful, you can see them on our website. If you are a current or newly admitted student be sure to check out many of the resources available to you, campus-wide transfer specific events, ways to get involved, and more!

Veteran Resource Center (VRC) supports the academic success of all UCLA military-connected students, fosters their intellectual, personal, social and professional development in preparation for the entirety of their lives, and contributes to enhancing the quality of campus life, the educational environment, and our students' relationship with the broader UCLA family, including alumni.

The GSRC works to understand graduate and professional student needs, to connect graduate and professional students to resources and services, and to advocate for their well-being and success.

The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is devoted to providing quality, accessible, state-of-the-art healthcare and education to support the unique development of all UCLA students. We are an appointment-based, ambulatory, student health clinic in the heart of the UCLA campus.

CAPS is the student mental health center on campus that provides a multitude of services including individual counseling, group therapy, wellness programming, urgent care counseling, and more. All currently registered UCLA students are eligible for all services offered by The Counseling Center.
Location: John Wooden Center West, 221 Westwood Plaza. Phone: (310) 825-0768. Crisis counseling available 24-hours a day by phone.

The RISE Center's core mission is to uplift and support every Bruin’s well-being by providing the education, resources, and tools needed to foster health, healing, and hope for themselves and the world around them. As an extension of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), we are committed to helping students build a strong foundation of resilience that includes caring for their mental wellness through daily practice.

Be Well Bruin is a comprehensive resource directory that highlights UCLA's various resource centers, programs, and departments that support student health & well-being. There are over 100 campus resources available on the site. Explore the resource guide, individual spotlights, and a variety of frequently asked questions students tend to have. Our goal is for students to use this website as a starting pointing to being a Bruin that is well & thriving.

UCLA Mindful, the mindfulness education center at UCLA Health, is dedicated to advancing mindfulness education to promote individual and cultural well-being and resilience world-wide. Our mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based mindfulness programs that empower individuals and institutions to manage stress, enhance health, and cultivate inner and outer peace. Through educational programs, we strive to inspire transformative growth and contribute to a culture of compassion and wellness for all.

UCLA Recreation offers a wide range of recreational activities and services. Students, through their tuition and fees, have access to recreation facilities and may purchase additional services. Activities available include: full gym, cardio equipment, and a climbing wall, wellness programming, group classes, open recreation, club sports, and outdoor adventures, and more!

The UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) is a comprehensive medical insurance program offered to UCLA students. All registered students are automatically enrolled in UC SHIP, but if you have comparable insurance and you do not want to keep UC SHIP as dual coverage, you must submit a request to waive enrollment by the specified deadline.

The UCLA Campus Retention Committee (CRC) provides peer counseling services for underserved students UCLA. Students can sign up for a peer counseling from any of the projects.

College Academic Counseling (CAC) Peer Counselors are undergraduate students in the College of Letters & Science who are trained to support students with questions about academic policies, deadlines, referrals, petitions, GE and degree requirements, the process for declaring majors and minors, tutoring resources, pre-health requirements, and program planning.

Peer Counselors help students become responsible, knowledgeable, and independent, in
both their academic and personal lives. Peer Counselors educate students about academic policies
and procedures, while identifying options and alternatives within the University system; this
approach empowers students to make their own choices throughout their academic journey.

Case Managers are available to assist students struggling with mental or physical health, facing an unexpected challenge or crisis, or experiencing a personal loss. They can support students by exploring options, identifying on-campus resources, and helping students to create a plan for their next steps.

USAC office dedicated to supporting students' health and wellbeing at UCLA through student-led initiatives and programming.

UCLA has established a comprehensive safety and security program including police, fire, and medical units; a campus escort service available from dusk until 1:00 a.m.; and an evening van service free of charge and available to all UCLA students, staff, faculty and visitors. Emergencies: Call 9-1-1, UCPD Non-Emergencies: (310) 825-1491 (24 hours), UCPD Anonymous Message/Tip Line: (310) 794-5824 (24 hours), UCPD (310) 825-1491.

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
310-825-9111

UCLA’s Consultation & Response Team is composed of representatives from key campus departments, such as The College, Student Affairs, and the UCLA Police Department.

CARE operates from an anti-oppression framework and is committed to the eradication of sexual and gender-based violence through creating and sustaining a safe, healthy, equitable community for all people. Call CARE at (310) 206-2465.

UCLA students experiencing a mental health crisis can access 24/7 support through the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) phone line. For immediate help, call CAPS at (310) 825-0768.

If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call (800) 273-TALK (8255) or chat online now. Call or text 988.

Simply text HOME or HOLA to 741741 to reach a live volunteer Crisis Counselor. Free, 24/7, confidential.

211 LA County 211 LA County centralizes all human and housing services offered within Los Angeles County. Community members can access services including: Disaster Preparedness, Early Childhood Services, Elderly Services, Housing Veteran Services, or Re-entry Services.

The Los Angeles (LA) County Department of Social Services offers individuals and families cash, food assistance, health, or employment services in need.

We provide confidential legal counseling and assistance regarding a wide range of legal issues to all currently registered and enrolled UCLA students.

The Office of Ombuds Services is a place where members of the UCLA community–students, faculty, staff and administrators–can go for assistance in resolving conflicts, disputes or complaints on an informal basis. In order to afford visitors the greatest freedom in using its services, the Office is independent, neutral and confidential.

Each UCLA community member, and outside member, offers a valuable perspective when working with students in distress. We share the responsibility of responding when a student’s health or safety is at risk by reporting these concerns to the appropriate offices and referring students to campus resources. If it is not clear whether a student is in distress please do not hesitate to contact us for a consultation.

The Dean of Students Office oversees most Honors societies at UCLA. They are a good point of contact if you should have any concerns or issues as a student at UCLA especially when it comes to campus climate, academic integrity, and other rights and regulations.

If you have any questions or concerns before submitting a public report, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students at (310) 825-3894. If you are reporting student misconduct, please contact the Office of Student Conduct at (310) 825-3871. Our offices are open 9:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday. Reports received after 5:00pm, on the weekend, or days the University is closed may have a delay in response time. If you have an immediate health or safety issue, please contact your local Law Enforcement or 911.

The UCLA Financial Aid Office (FAO) provides students and their families guidance on applying for and managing financial assistance while students pursue higher education.

The mission of UCLA’s Financial Wellness is to empower all Bruins to confidently navigate their finances in a way that supports their overall well-being. This program fosters financial literacy skills through workshops, coaching and online educational efforts. Additionally, we aim to encourage students to know who, when and why to ask for help.

The UCLA Department of Financial Education, Loan and Support Services (FELSS), formerly Student Loan Services & Collections, consists of the following units: Financial Wellness (FW), Loan Services (LS), Economic Crisis Response Team (ECRT), Debt Management Services (DMS), and Basic Needs at Strathmore (BN@Strath).

The Economic Crisis Response Team (ECRT) is a multidisciplinary group of campus partners dedicated to supporting UCLA students experiencing a financial crisis that impacts their well being and academic success at UCLA.

Students can request an increase to their financial aid budget and receive financial aid to cover the allowable expenses outlined below. In most circumstances, additional support offered will be in the form of loans.

The CSSE helps students find scholarships they are eligible for and also provides workshops on how to go about applying for scholarships. SRC offers drop-in scholarship counseling, proofreading of essays, workshops, and more. Location: Covel Commons, Suite 233.

Work-Study is a need-based form of Financial Aid that you earn through on-campus or off-campus employment. You will receive payment in the form of a paycheck. The Work-Study Program encourages part-time employment to reduce loan debt while attending UCLA. The Work-Study Program pays for a portion of your salary. This makes it easier for an employer to hire you. Any money earned doing work-study does NOT count against your aid eligibility for the next academic year.

This website provides UCLA students the opportunity to apply for UCLA merit-based and need-based gift aid. These include, but are not limited to, scholarships, fellowships, stipends, grants, and prizes.

For more than one decade, UCLA Basic and Essential Needs has served as a lead advocate for food justice. Campus and community members are invited to join our efforts to combatting food and housing insecurity.

Basic Needs at Strathmore, located in the Strathmore Building, room 106, offers students personal care and well-being support in partnership with various other units and campus departments. Reception Desk Phone: (310) 794-4148 Email: basicneedsatstrathmore@saonet.ucla.edu

CalFresh is California's version of SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), a federally-funded food assistance program, colloquially known as "food stamps." Many students qualify for CalFresh and can receive up to $291/month to spend on groceries at places like UCLA Store Market, Ralphs, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Target, and participating Farmers Markets. Once enrolled, participants will receive an EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card in the mail, which is reloaded monthly and functions as a debit card at participating grocery stores.

The UCLA Community Programs Office (CPO) Food Closet, the campus’ anonymous, food pantry, provides students with food and other basic necessities.

The CPO Food Closet Food Cart Program, which began during Fall 2021, provides convenient access to nutritious food by delivering it directly to students through partnerships with various campus departments. This service is designed to support students facing financial challenges and make food access more seamless. One of the locations is the Bruin Resource Center!

Beginning fall 2024, the Bruin Bites program is an opt-in service designed to notify students about campus events or meetings offering leftover food. By participating, students receive electronic alerts when food is available, helping to reduce food waste while addressing food insecurity on campus. This initiative promotes sustainability and ensures students have access to additional food resources throughout the academic year. For more information, please contact Samantha Magpusao at smagpusao@cpo.ucla.edu

The CPO Basic & Essential Needs Grocery Bundle Program provides students weekly grocery packages during designated weeks throughout the quarter. Students must complete an application and submit required materials to participate in the program.

Our evening Study Hall Van Service, which began in March 2000, provides safe rides for students studying late. The service runs Monday–Thursday from 8:30pm to 12:00am, within a 10-mile radius.

BruinAccess is a complimentary paratransit service provided by UCLA Transportation for qualified Bruins on weekdays during the academic year from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. UCLA Transportation works in collaboration with the UCLA Center for Accessible Education (CAE) and Disability Management Services for Staff & Faculty to determine eligibility for the service.

UCLA SafeRide is a complimentary service that provides: Safe, reliable, evening campus transportation between campus buildings, on-campus housing and nearby residential areas. Complimentary transportation to all students, staff, faculty and visitors.

580 Café provides free meals to support UCLA students facing food insecurity and hosts wellbeing events to develop a sense of belonging among students.

Bruin Dine is a student organization that recovers leftover food from UCLA Dining Halls and redistributes it to students and staff on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each quarter.

The Meal Voucher Program has been paused for Fall 2021. If you are a student experiencing a financial crisis, food or housing insecurity please contact the Financial Aid Office for possible funding options or complete the ECRT Self-Assessment Form.

Immediate, emergency housing for students in crises. Students may have access to university-owned housing for up to 14 days. Email: ecr@saonet.ucla.edu .

Commuter Support & Programs aims to advocate for Bruin commuters' academic, co-curricular, and transportation needs and create visibility for the commuter student experience across the university.

UCLA Transportation offers a variety of options for students who need to commute every day, weekends or holidays, or just want to get around the city. There are options for walking, biking, public transit, carpool, and vanpool. If you will be driving to campus most days sign up for a parking pass.

There are many options as a commuter at UCLA, especially if you use public transportation. There are the Bruin Commuter Club, BruinGo! Transit, and the UCLA Vanpool (vanpool@ts.ucla.edu) that offer less expensive travel options.

Launched in 2004, the CPO Locker Program supports commuter students by offering secure storage while attending classes. For more information, please contact Perzia Devoux at pdevoux@cpo.ucla.edu and cc Iyanna Waring iwaring@cpo.ucla.edu.

The CPO SmartRides Commuter Van Service, which began in fall 2009, offers rides home for students within an 11-30 mile radius. Students must submit their study list and the van service application by 12pm for same-day service.

Starting in Fall Quarter 2024, refrigerated lockers will be available for students to store perishable food and medications. This initiative, supported by CalRecycle, is particularly useful for students using the Food Closet or bringing meals from home. To reserve a locker, please contact Iyanna Waring at iwaring@cpo.ucla.edu.

The kitchen, which began operating in Fall 2004, provides students with microwaves, toaster ovens, and other cooking amenities. It supports student well-being by allowing them to prepare meals on campus.

Available jobs through the Associated Student Union at UCLA.

Housing and Hospitality is excited to offer opportunities for our students in all departments with great perks! We are currently accepting applications for all dining locations, front desks, access control, mail room, student technology center, and tour guides.

Our staff offer services to help you explore career pathways, create competitive resumes, develop interviewing and networking skills, find and apply for internships and jobs, consider graduate school, and more. We also offer opportunities to connect with employers, such as career fairs, networking events, information sessions, on-campus interviewing, as well as job and internship listings.

Soluna, now partnering with UC Campuses, offers free, confidential mental health support for 13- to 25 year olds in California. Soluna provides care coordinators, one-on-one coaching, and substance use counseling for students.

We provide clinical outpatient treatment programs to young adults on a college track with mental health and substance use disorders. Now covered under UCSHIP!

FindTreatment.gov, the confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.

Connects individuals struggling with mental health and substance misuse to the best providers, recovery companions and treatment resources to support long-term positive recovery and wellness.

Search and read about different recovery options and programs near you.

Helps individuals and their loved ones negotiate the often-complicated process of choosing treatment for alcohol misuse by telling them what they need to know, and what they need to do, to recognize and choose quality care.

Mysoberroommate.com is the only app that lets you search, match, and message with sober roommates, and it's 100% FREE.

Students who are currently enrolled or enrolled in the upcoming semester at a college, university, or trade school in the US will personally write a 500 – 1,000 word essay on how substance abuse has affected their life.

The Addiction Recovery Center offers a $1,000 scholarship for individuals in recovery from drug addiction and/or alcoholism who wish to further their education at an accredited college and/or university.

The DRS Scholarship will award $1,000 to the winner. This will be distributed per your school’s financial aid policies.

We have created the Sandstone Care Scholarship for current or upcoming undergraduate and graduate students who are dealing with or have dealt with substance use/mental health struggles.
We want to reward you for your continued commitment to recovery because we understand the courage and bravery it takes for young adults to seek help. Scholarship Amount: $5,000

To raise awareness as to the causes, consequences and treatment of addiction, Seasons in Malibu, a luxury addiction treatment center, is seeking to reward essay applicants $1,500 in scholarships- for students entering college or already enrolled in a higher education institution.

Renaissance Recovery is offering a $1000 essay scholarship that will be awarded in September 2025. Read to learn more details on the scholarship, how to enter, and the qualifications.

Are you a full-time college student in the U.S.? Do you have a passion for raising awareness about the dangers associated with substance abuse and addiction? If you answered “yes” to both questions, you’ll want to enter the Addictions.com Scholarship Contest.

The writer of the winning essay will receive $1000 towards tuition and/or books at the college or university of your choice. The scholarship money will be mailed via USPS directly to the college or university in your name.

The Rebirth Recovery Center College & University Scholarship helps students pursuing degrees in psychology, social work, counseling, addiction studies, and other related fields. Scholarship Amount: $500

The Lost Dreams Awaken Scholarship is intended to help a college student in recovery from substance abuse or alcohol addiction. The goal is to give people in recovery an opportunity that will help them on their path.

Acknowledging the growing need for qualified addiction and mental health professionals to help those struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders, American Addiction Centers (AAC) launched an educational scholarship program in 2015 to assist students who were enrolled in college programs in the area of Behavioral Health.