Understanding Key Campus Resources

Identify the people and programs that will support you during the transfer process. 

Explore your campus transfer and career centers, learn about mentorship opportunities, and find basic needs resources to support your well-being.

Suggested Deadline

How to complete this milestone

  1. Explore your college’s transfer center website and resources.
  2. Visit the career center or schedule a career & major advising session.
  3. Locate campus basic needs services (food pantry, housing, mental health).
  4. Save contact info and be aware of operating hours for each key resource.
Resources

Every California Community Colleges have the following student support services:

(services and resources may differ based on the campus) 

Transfer Center

  • Transfer Advisors 
  • Transfer fair dates 
  • UC + CSU representative meet and greet
  • College application workshops 
  • TAG application workshop 

Financial Aid Office 

  • Can address any financial aid questions or concerns
  • FAFSA/CADAA application workshops

Career Center

  • Career Advisors that can help you explore majors and career pathways 
  • Databasis of internships and job opportunities.

Food Pantry/Basic Needs Center 

  • Childcare services 
  • Food services (meals, drinks, and snacks)
  • Food Assistance 
  • Transportation assistance
  • Emergency Aid Funds
  • Employment assistance

International Student Office 

  • International student advisors (knowledgeable about F1 visa policies)
  • Scholarships for international students 
  • Internship opportunities 

Undocumented Student Office 

  • Free legal services (legal consultations, DACA application assistance, know your rights etc)
  • Financial Aid information and resources (CADAA, AB540) 
  • Scholarships for undocumented students

Student Accessibility Office

  • Receive academic accommodations (assignment extension, classroom accommodations, more time on exams, note taker, etc)

More:

  • Health and Wellness Services 
  • Tutoring Services 
  • Cultural Centers 
  • Library Center