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ACCESS ID/Debit Card
The ACCESS ID/Debit Card is the primary UCSB student identification card. Students are required to get their card during the first quarter in which they enroll. Students can opt to activate the card into a personal ACCESS debit account which works like a credit card in reverse; after making a deposit, purchases are automatically deducted from the balance in the account. ACCESS is accepted at the UCSB Bookstore, UCen Post Office, A.S. Bikeshop, A.S. Notetaking, A.S. Cashiers, Parking Services, UCSB Police, all campus dining facilities and select off-campus locations. Information regarding ACCESS ID/Debit Cards is available at the ACCESS Card Photo Center, UCen main level above the Hub, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm; 893-7141. A free black and white student ID with limited uses is also available.
Billing Office (BARC)
UCSB operates a billing system known as Billing Accounts Receivable and Collections (BARC) that consolidates any debts owed to the University such as registration fees, housing fees, and library fines. Students receive a monthly statement of their account status whenever they have financial obligations to the University. Fees and other bills may be paid in person, by mail, and E-Check no later than 4pm on the day of the registration deadline. E-Check is a fast and convenient way to make payments and is available via
https://MyBARC.ucsb.edu Cash or checks are accepted when payments are made in person. Payments sent by mail must be made payable to U.C. Regents (checks should include your full name and PERM Number). Deferrals of registration fees can be arranged with the Billing Office prior to payment deadlines. Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm, SAASB 1212, 893-3756.
Check Cashing Service
I wish I had known that the annual deadline for financial aid applications (March 2) is much earlier than the deadline for taxes.
For a service charge of 75 cents, students can cash personal checks up to $50 and for a $1.00 fee, parents' checks up to $200, and UCSB checks up to $2500 (higher fees apply) at the UCen Cashier. Money orders, travelers' checks, and a fax service are also available. A current UCSB Student ID Card is necessary for check cashing. ACCESS Debit Card deposits are made here. Open Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm; UCen Business Center, first floor; 893-2786.
AS/EOP Grant
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) provides a support network for honors students from primarily low-income and/or first-generation college backgrounds. With support from Associated Students, the AS/EOP Grant may provide additional emergency financial assistance for qualified EOP students. For more information on qualifications and types of assistance available, make an appointment with an EOP Counselor at 893-4292 or 893-4040; or check the website at www.sa.ucsb.edu/eop
Financial Aid
Various grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs are offered to students who are eligible for financial aid. Financial aid applications must be postmarked by March 2 for priority consideration (for the following year). For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office. Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-11:50am and 1pm-4pm; SAASB 2103; 893-2432; www.finaid.ucsb.edu.
Loans for Computer Purchase
Personal computers are recognized as a part of a student's educational expenses by the Financial Aid Office. As a result, financial aid students may qualify for a loan to reimburse the cost of purchasing a computer, printer, and software up to a maximum of $1,000. Certain restrictions and guidelines apply and computer purchases must be made by the student after a certain date to qualify. Purchase receipts must be submitted to Financial Aid for reimbursement by loan funds. For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at (805) 893-2432.
fyi...FEDEX/KINKOS COPY & TECHNOLOGY CENTERFedEx/Kinko's Copy and Technology Center offers quick copy reprographics, bindery finishing and free pickup and delivery. In addition, computer services (scanning and laser printing), color copies and laminating are available. UCen 4185; 893-3869; fax: 893-8016; www.fedex.com/us/officeprint/main.
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