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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. Notetaking, A.S. Cashiers, Parking Services, 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
(BA/RC) that consolidates any debts owed to the University such as registration
fees, housing fees, and library fines. Notification is sent via email to the student
U-Mail account when a new billing statement is ready to be viewed and paid. The
email includes a link to a secure site where the student is prompted to authenticate
themselves using their UCSB NetID and Password. Fees and other charges 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 UC 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
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 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 893-4758;
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 893-2432.
fyi...FEDEX/KINKOS COPY & TECHNOLOGY CENTER
FedEx/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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