Want to be a successful student at UCSF?
You've come to the right place!
Step 1: Build your community
Find your balance.
Taking care of both body and mind is important to your wellbeing.
Ready to start?
Maximize your learning potential!
Tap into student resources that will help you do your personal best.
Don't muddle through, strategize.
Don't put off preparing for your career.
Set your goals and plan to reach them.
Explore career resources.
Looking to become a leader in your field?
Hone your leadership skills now.
Nurture your inner leader.
Make ends meet while you're in school.
Get connected with financial aid, student discounts and more.
Follow the money!

The most successful UCSF students not only pay careful attention to their studies, but also take time to engage with their communities, build relationships, and have fun. They have healthy habits like eating right and getting exercise, and they seek advice when they need help. Even in the early stages of their degree programs, they plan for their futures beyond UCSF, exploring career options and preparing to enter the workforce.

This website is meant to help you navigate the wide range of resources and services at UCSF that will help YOU succeed. Explore the site, and please let us know if you think something is missing here!  You can also see a Student Success PowerPoint presentation or a simple list of links to resources mentioned on this site.

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