Welcome UC San Diego
Students with Dependents!
The University of California San Diego (UCSD) Students With Dependents website is here to assist students, who may identify as a student parent, caregiver, and/or guardian, in navigating the resources available to them on and off campus.
Students with dependents have many responsibilities. The University of California San Diego supports your academic achievement amidst the unique challenges and additional responsibilities you face as a Student with Dependent(s).
Browse through the web pages in this section to become familiar with the services and resources that are available to you as a Student with Dependent(s).
Quick Links to All Info Pages
Indicating Students with Dependents Status
Read below for how to identify as a student with a dependent.
Indicating Students with Dependents Status
How to indicate student with dependent status to gain access to SwD programs and resources, SwD grant, priority registration:
- Self-identify as SwD in ISIS: go to TritonLink and navigate to student profile/personal information to update student with dependent status
- SwD grant and priority registration for student parents of minor children: complete FAFSA or CADAA and submit Students with Dependents Verification form using the Document Submission Tool on TritonLink
Need help?
Students with Dependents Assistance Form
If you're experiencing increased hardship surrounding financial security or in need of general resources, please complete this form.
Family Friendly Study Room Code Request Form
Need a place to study with your dependents? The Price Center offers a family-friendly study room 24/7 available via code access.
Calendar of Events
Check out the University Events calendar for upcoming events and opportunities to connect!
Community & Connection
We use our Instagram account and Newsletter to post events and to connect followers.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to provide updated information, please feel free to contact the Students with Dependents Coordinator via email at swdc@ucsd.edu.
All programs and initiatives coordinated by the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life and its units are designed and implemented in full compliance with Proposition 209 and the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy.
More information about Proposition 209 can be found here.
More information about the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy can be found here.