C.A.P.S.
The Counseling and Psychological Services staff provides counseling, group therapy, and outreach workshops relevant to UC Merced. Learn more at CAPS.
Basic Needs
Discover all that Basic Needs has to offer! Stop by for free groceries at the Food Pantry, find your next outfit at the Professional Clothing Closet, get financial help at the Financial Wellness Center, and get expert help with your CalFresh application. Your success starts with support! Learn more at Basic Needs.
C.A.R.E.
The Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education (CARE) office collaborates with UC Merced partners to develop and support an understanding of gender-based violence through prevention education and trauma-informed CARE advocacy using an intersectional framework. Learn more at CARE.
Dean of Students
Promotes student development and success through inclusive programs, partnerships, and policies that enhance campus life. Grounded in social justice, collaboration, and care, the office serves as a central resource for students, families, and staff, supporting UC Merced’s mission while prioritizing students in all efforts. Explore Dean of Students.
Student Health Services
Provides medical care, immunizations, and wellness checks for UC Merced students. Visit Health Services.
Student Accessibility Services
The mission of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is to ensure equal educational access and full participation for students with disabilities at UC Merced. SAS staff provide guidance and resources to support academic accessibility and are located in ACS 140 of the Arts and Computational Sciences Building. Learn more here.
UC SHIP
UC SHIP is a self-funded insurance program offering comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for students. It provides affordable access to off-campus care, including medical, mental health, dental, and vision services, while also covering select on-campus services such as prescriptions, immunizations, and medical equipment. Learn more here.
