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Parent & Family ProgramsUC San Diego
Welcome to an exciting and transformative time in your student’s educational journey; and therefore, an exciting time for you as well. Parent & Family Programs at UC San Diego provides opportunities to family members to journey through UC San Diego alongside their student. While your student is on campus, families remain an important ally to the university as we seek to help your student find success academically, socially and personally. We are a team of committed staff with a mission to provide resources, services, and programs that keep families connected and informed about the university.
Coronavirus Information for the UC San Diego Community
Our leaders are working closely with federal and state officials to ensure your ongoing safety at the university. Stay up to date with the latest developments.
When Parents Are Informed, Students Benefit
Whether you are a family member living locally or abroad and whether your student is in their first or last quarter at UC San Diego, our office helps you navigate campus resources to support your student.
Apply to be a Triton Community Programming Leader
The Triton Community Programming Leaders (TCPLs) are a dynamic team of students who are recruited, selected, and hired to work with the Office of Parent & Family Programs. The TCPLs serve a key role in the facilitation of programmatic efforts by Parent & Family Programs. Student leaders gain valuable leadership, team-building, and organizational skills; represent UC San Diego to thousands of parents and family members; are paid hourly; and receive letters of recommendation for future opportunities.
Additional Resources
Student Health Services
Get informed, including learning about health requirements for incoming students.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Learn about applying for aid, cost of attendance, get access to forms and resources and more.
Parent and Family Top Questions
Got questions? Use this resource to find answers to all your frequently asked questions.