Campus Resources

Need a transcript? Have questions about your financial aid or a hold on your registration? Cal Student Central is your destination for key university business related to financial aid, fees and billing, payments, disbursements, registration and enrollment. 

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has two College of Engineering satellite office counselors: Denise Goitia, clinical social worker and Christine Zhou, staff psychologist. All counselors are from Counseling and Psychological Services and provide free and confidential consultations to students related to any personal or professional concerns. You do not need health insurance to see a CAPS counselor.

Engineering Counseling Satellite Offices offer both virtual appointments (zoom or phone) and in-person appointments depending on the students’ preferences and the counselors’ availability. 

Navigating UC Berkeley can be challenging. You may be concerned about yourself, or someone you care about, and want to speak with someone. Or you may be looking for information but not sure what search term to use or what website to start with. Visit Berkeley Support Portal.

Visit the STUDENT WELL-BEING PORTAL to explore a wealth of health and wellness resources focused on body, food, mind, academics and more. Featured department resources include: 

The Basic Needs Center serves as a resource hub for undergraduate and graduate students who need support around their food, housing and emergency financial needs. The Center also is a space for students to create community and access coordinated support for their basic needs. Services include case management, emergency housing, CalFresh and emergency food resources, as well as basic needs drop-in services. If you or someone you know is in immediate need of emergency food, housing or financial resources. More information can be found at basicneeds.berkeley.edu.

Berkeley International Office's mission is to enhance the academic experiences of international students and scholars by providing the highest levels of knowledge and expertise in advising, immigration services, advocacy, and programming to the UC Berkeley campus community. Students can see an advisor during our daily drop-in periods. The advisor on duty will see you on a first come, first serve basis. You are also welcome to call and make an appointment in advance.

Student Tech Services (STS) is a program offered by Student Affairs IT to ensure all graduate, professional and undergraduate students have access to:

If you have questions or difficulties with internet and WiFi, Zoom, campus software, your personal device, security and much more, you can reach out: sts-help@berkeley.edu. For more information, please visit the webpage.

The Berkeley Financial Aid and Scholarships Office is committed to providing students and parents with the resources they need to make a Berkeley education an affordable reality. Our staff is here to guide you and your family through the financial aid process from start to finish. Please complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application and allow the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and institutional support that can make your educational dreams a reality. 

This guide serves as a resource to parking and transportation options on campus, including the Class Pass Program, BART, Flixbus, and other programs geared towards students for them to get to campus and beyond. For further information, visit the Berkeley Parking and Transportation webpage.

Night Safety Services

UC Berkeley offers comprehensive free night safety services made up of BearWalk escort, night shuttle buses, and a door-to-door service.  For further information, visit the Berkeley Night Safety Services webpage.

The PATH to Care Center provides affirming, empowering, and confidential support for survivors and those who have experienced gendered violence, including: sexual harassment, dating and intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sexual exploitation. Additional information, including how to make appointments and receive care, can be found on the PATH to Care webpage. 

Additionally, you can find students health and wellness resources on our new STUDENT WELL-BEING PORTAL. 

Report or get support for an incident or act of intolerance, hate, harassment or exclusion.

The Disabled Students' Program promotes an inclusive environment for students with disabilities by equipping students with appropriate accommodations and services to achieve their individual academic goals. Additional information on DSP, including how to apply for services, can be reviewed on the main Disabled Students’ Program page.

If you wish assistance sorting through a campus-related conflict or concern, please contact us. The Ombudsperson will listen to your concerns, serve as a sounding board, discuss your options with you, and help you get a new perspective and determine the next steps to take. For further information on the Ombuds Office, visit the Ombuds Office webpage. 

Jacobs Project Support (JPS), and Jacobs Self-Service Printing (JSSP). 

JPS was created to support research, academic, and co-curricular projects with technical fabrication support, virtual design support from our Design Specialists, and pick-up arrangement. JPS offers a variety of fabrication methods, including laser cutting, 3D printing, and most of our other rapid prototyping processes. This is offered campus-wide, with project facilitation prioritized by user tiers. JPS is free to use with the exception of material costs. 

JSSP is our remote 3D printing service, offered to all current Berkeley staff, faculty, and students. This service is exclusively for 3D printing on our Ultimaker 3D printer fleet and allows users to manage their model library, slice models for printing, and remotely submit print jobs. JSSP is a free service, including access and materials.

Software @ Berkeley provides comprehensive listing of campus-licensed software available for both institutional and personal use. UC Berkeley faculty, staff, and students in need of software can view everything currently available in our Software Catalog, plus information on licensing, downloading software, eligibility, cost and more. Learn more.

Logo Design and Promotional Materials

For any student groups that are interested in producing a logo identity, please adhere to the Berkeley Brand Guidelines. Consider partnering with the Creative Lab for brand identity/logo creation. 

Any promotional materials with the "UC Berkeley" name included, must please adhere to the Berkeley Brand Guidelines and be produced by an official licensed vendor.


Information is subject to change and updated regularly, but please check with your advisor if you have any comments or questions.