Campus Assist List
CalFresh is part of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)/food stamps program helping eligible low-income people to purchase the food they need.
Students can meet with a representative from the OC Second Harvest Food Bank on campus at the FRESH Basic Needs Hub to help with the application process. Students may qualify if they are a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident, enrolled at least half time as a student and they meet one of the following conditions: employed at least 20 hours a week, already receive work-study or CalWorks, receive CalGrant A/B, care for a young child, or do not intend to register for the next school term.
For more information on Second Harvest application assistance, visit https://www.feedoc.org/get-help/calfresh-assistance/.
For more information on the CalFresh program, visit http://www.calfresh.ca.gov/ or call the California Food Stamp Information Line at (877) 847-FOOD (3663).
Consultation, on- and off-campus resource assistance, and case management for students dealing with academic, financial, medical, mental or other personal issues or crises. Also serves as the designated office responsible for coordination in response to a student death.
Up to $2,000 grant available to currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate a financial crisis affecting access to housing, food, medical or mental health care. Prior to applying, any and all case-specific, University interventions should be utilized first (e.g., fee deadline extensions, payment plans, rent deferment, emergency loans, emergency meals).
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Provided by ComPsych GuidanceResources. Free and confidential support, resources and information to employees and dependants for personal and work-life issues (e.g, interpersonal, financial, mental health). Staffed by experienced master's and doctoral level clinicians. Available 24/7. Help with problem identification, assessment and referral to treatment providers and community resources.
4079 Mesa Road (in Parking Lot 5)
Student-initiated effort promotiong equitable access to basic needs. Food panty providing free basic emergency food supplies, consulstative services, workshops and resource information.
Shuttles run on-campus throughout the day and evening. Free to students and staff with UCI ID card. See website and phone apps for routes and ride times.
For all services related to student billing, including ZOT Accounts, late fees, financial holds, past-due balance, payment arrangements (PACE Payment Plan), refunds, written-off balance, and collections.
Division of Career Pathways’s FAQ page for campus jobs and link to Handshake, UCI’s job search site.
Career decision-making and career planning. Individual career counseling, workshops, career programs, fairs, employment opportunities and graduate and professional school information.
Child care services for children of students, staff and faculty. Subsidized care may be available to qualifying UCI students.
Full-day programs available to children of students, staff and faculty:
- Infant Toddler Center (age 3-36 months)
- Children’s Center (age 2.5 to kindergarten)
- Extended Day Center (age 5-12 years)
Programs open to community (priority given to students, staff and faculty)
- Early Childhood Education Center (full-day program, age 2 to kindergarten)
- Verano Preschool (half-day program, age 2.5 to kindergarten)
Clinic, outpatient services, specialized school and support groups for parents of children with ADHD, behavioral issues or other learning difficulties.
Certificates and specialized studies programs on campus and online for working professionals seeking career advancement and personal enrichment.
111 Theory, Suite 200
Information on UCI disability plans (short-term, supplemental and UCRP) and procedures, used in conjunction with state-mandated Workers' Compensation and Social Security plans to create a comprehensive safety net to protect employees from loss of wages over the course of their disability period.
Financial aid office serving prospective, undergraduate, graduate, teacher education, School of Business, School of Law and School of Medicine students. Counselors can provide assistance during the application process.
Academic and professional support for graduate students and post-doctoral scholars. Offers workshops, certificate program and academic courses designed to support professional development, writing support, communication, preparation of grant and fellowship funding applications, wellness, work-life balance and mentoring.
UCI students and campus employees are eligible for a discounted OC Bus annual pass. One-time fee of $169 for unlimited use through June 30. (80% discount over monthly passes.)
Freshmen residence halls, academic and Greek theme houses, undergraduate apartments and graduate apartments.
UC Irvine’s parking office. Includes sustainable transportation information on carpooling, vanpooling, UCI Medical Center shuttle, commute by train, OC Bus University Pass and Zipcar.
111 Theory, Suite 200
Provides financial assistance for campus and UCIMC staff members experiencing an immediate, severe, temporary financial situation due to emergency or unforeseen or unavoidable event. Assists with immediate, essential expenses by providing a one-time distribution of funds up to a maximum of $500. Available to active, unrepresented, non-probationary, full or part-time staff in good standing, based on need and eligibility criteria.
111 Theory, Suite 200
Information on Human Resources wellness programming for faculty, staff and retirees with the goal of supporting employees in achieving a more balanced and healthy lifestyle both at work and at home. Programming includes annual health screenings, fairs, workshops, upcoming EAP and Fidelity webinars, health programs and challenges, and other events. Find helpful Programs/Challenges and Workshops/Webinars under the "Programs & Events" menu.
300 West Carl Karcher Way
In collaboration with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, the UCI Mobile Food Pantry gives away fresh fruits and vegetables on the first Saturday of each month at 9:00AM-11:00AM (Santa Ana) and the third Friday of each month at 4:00PM-9:00PM (Anaheim).
800 North Main Street
In collaboration with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, the UCI Mobile Food Pantry gives away fresh fruits and vegetables on the first Saturday of each month at 9:00AM-11:00AM (Santa Ana) and the third Friday of each month at 4:00PM-9:00PM (Anaheim).
Montessori school located in University Hills. Priority placement to staff, faculty and students. Other locations in University Park, West Park and Northwood Point neighborhoods.