Resources for Parents and Families

Welcome to UC Santa Cruz. The college journey is an exciting and challenging time in the lives of students and their families. Your student will grow in ways beyond measure, and their experience at UCSC will leave an indelible mark on their personal development. We value the partnership with parents and other family members get involved and stay informed. (Pictured at right: Alumna Sarah Davis-Weyman and her mother, Terry Davis)

How to Stay Informed
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Parent Fund
You’ve raised your student to be 100% Banana Slug. Now it’s your turn. 

Join the Banana Slug community by supporting the Parents Fund.

A gift to the Parents Fund not only strengthens UCSC, but more importantly, improves the lives of all of our students.

Support the Parents Fund today!

Student Life
• The 10 Undergraduate Colleges
• University Housing Communities
• Dean of Students Office
• Dining Services
• Physical Education, Recreation, and Sports
• Student Organizations
• Other Services for Students

Health, Safety & Emergency Info
• Counseling & Psychological Services
• Crime Awareness & Campus Security Report (Clery Act)
• CruzAlert Emergency Notification System
• Disability Resource Center
• Fire Department (831-459-3473)
• Police Department (831-459-2231)
• See Something, Say Something, Do Something – Campus safety awareness campaign
• Sexual Assault Prevention and Education
• Student Health Center

Business & Finances 
• Your Student's Business & Finances 
• Financial Aid and Scholarships

Academic Support
• Academic Support Services for Your Student 
• Undergraduate Advising Center 
• Learning Support Services 

Campus Policies & Privacy
• FERPA/Policy on Privacy of Student Records
• Student Judicial Affairs
• Title IX/Sexual Harassment Office
• UCSC Principles of Community

Graduation and Commencement
• Graduation FAQ
• Commencement

More Campus Resources
• Campus Events Calendar
• Academic Calendar
• Bay Tree Bookstore
• Campus Map 
• Transportations & Parking
• Career Services

Undergraduate Admissions
• Guide for Parents & Families