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Community-Specific Resources
We recognize that some resources may not be available to all. Please see below for community-specific resources with eligibility details:
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University Village
Family student housing
Student Parent Center
Where student parents can seek academic advising, access clinical mental health support, engage in informal study groups, and more
Student Legal Services (SLS)
Free and confidential advising regarding legal questions, rights, and obligations for issues such as landlord-tenant disputes
SAO Financial Aid Division
Provides advice and support for students experiencing financial challenges with the university, such as financial aid appeals, residency for tuition purposes, student health insurance, and more.
Orion Fund
Grants for students in health crisis to cover health costs, medical technology, and other living expenses
Off-Campus Emergency Food Resources
Off-campus food pantries and soup kitchens
Nutrition Counseling @ UHS
Consult a registered dietitian about your nutrition needs and how you can best utilize your budget and food resources
Let's Talk Counseling Program
Informal, free, brief consults with a mental health provider from University Health Services, no appointment necessary
International Student Need-Based Medical Fund
Medical fund for international students experiencing unanticipated medical costs, paid to the medical provider directly
International Student Need-Based Grants
Need-based tuition and fee grants for international students experiencing a significant, unexpected change in their financial stituation
International Graduate Student Parent Grant
Need-based stipend for international graduate student parents with a child living with them in the Bay Area
Housing Security Deposit Award
Financial support to students facing severe housing insecurity and need assistance paying security deposits to secure off- or on-campus housing
Health Opportunity Fund
Funds (up to $130) available to use for services and prescriptions at the Tang Center
Food Pantry
Emergency food relief supply for all of UC Berkeley, offering nonperishable foods, fresh produce, and more
Food Assistance Program
Short term financial award for non-CalFresh eligible students with financial need or CalFresh eligible students in extreme need who have yet to receive their EBT and have exhausted other funding options
Emergency Rental Assistance
Short term assistance with one month's rent for students with emergency housing needs
Emergency Loans
Short-term, interest-free emergency loans to help meet unanticipated expenses directly related to the cost of education
Emergency Housing
Short-term emergency housing for students facing imminent loss of housing or currently unhoused
Counseling at University Health Services
Short term counseling for all UC Berkeley students at no cost, regardless of insurance plan
Cost of Attendance Adjustment
The Financial Aid Office may be able to increase your budget and financial aid eligibility if you incur expenses that are higher than your standard financial aid budget
Community Care
Different identity-based offices on campus to be in community and receive support
CareBubbles
Parent-to-parent website tool to find dependent care and support
CalFresh
Long term food assistance program that awards eligible students up to $204/month for groceries in the form of an EBT card
Cal Rentals
Off-campus housing portal for UC Berkeley students
Cal Housing
Explore and apply for UC Berkeley housing options such as residential halls, apartments, affiiliated properties, summer housing, family student housing, and more
Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board
Tools for Berkeley tenants, such as guides to tenant's rights, rent control, and free landlord-tenant dispute mediation
Berkeley Free Clinic Peer Counseling
Free, confidential phone sessions with peer counselors trained in active listening
Bears for Financial Success
Peer-to-peer financial wellness program that offers one-on-one appointments to help students manage personal finances
Bear Pantry Food & Diaper Bank
Food and diaper assistance program for University Village residents with financial need
Basic Needs Holistic Fund
Emergency financial support in rental assistance, food assistance, housing security deposit, medical and mental health expenses, technology, research, and emergency needs for students with dependents
Back Up Care Advantage Program
Subsidized in-home and center-based back up dependent care for up to 120 hours
Didn't find what you're looking for? Have a resource you think should be on the list? Email us at basicneedscenter@berkeley.edu