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Supporting dentistry students at every step
The UCSF School of Dentistry is committed to helping you thrive academically, professionally, and personally. On this page, you’ll find UCSF resources to support your health, safety, and overall wellbeing, ensuring you have what you need to succeed.
For questions about support services, contact the Learner Success Center: sod.learnersuccess@ucsf.edu
When You Need Support
UCSF support services
UCSF offers a network of confidential and non-confidential services to help students address personal, academic, and community concerns. Explore these resources to find guidance, advocacy, and support when you need it.
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- CARE Advocate 415-502-8802
Available 24 hours for emergencies. Press 1 to reach a crisis counselor. - Office of the Ombuds 415-502-9600
A safe, confidential place to discuss UCSF-related issues. - Student Mental Health and Wellbeing 415-476-1281
Mental health care and wellbeing services to assist UCSF learners.
- CARE Advocate 415-502-8802
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- UCSF Police
- Emergency: From a campus phone: 9-911 | Non-campus phone: 415-476-6911
- Non-Emergency: 415-476-1414
- Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination 415-502-3400
Ensuring UCSF is free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.
- UCSF Police
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- Student Disability Services
Committed to ensuring UCSF is an accessible and inclusive environment for students with disabilities. - LGBTQ Resource Center
A resource hub for support, advocacy, and connection for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies at UCSF. - Multicultural Resource Center
Committed to nurturing environments that honor the experiences of all members of UCSF. - Undocumented Student Support Services
A resource center for our undocumented community including current and prospective students, faculty, staff, and allies.
- Student Disability Services
Student mental health and wellbeing
Get access to high quality, holistic mental health care and wellbeing services.
Support includes:
- Counseling and psychiatry
- Case management and referrals
- Wellness tools and self-care resources
Office of the Ombuds
The Office of the Ombuds serves as a confidential and independent resource for all members of the UCSF community. It provides a neutral space to discuss campus-related concerns, explore options, and receive guidance or referrals as needed.
The office can assist with:
- Interpersonal, workplace, or academic conflicts
- Perceived unfair treatment
- Improving communication
- Understanding UCSF policies and procedures
- Navigating campus administration
Policies and Accountability
Student conduct and dispute resolution
UCSF upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Learn about the policies and procedures that guide student conduct, grievance resolution, and accreditation-related concerns.
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Academic grievances may be filed only when a student believes faculty bias or wrongdoing has occurred, not simply over disagreements such as dissatisfaction with a grade.
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The School of Dentistry follows the UCSF Policy on Student Conduct and Discipline. At UCSF, student conduct is considered a part of a student’s academic performance.
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Students may submit formal complaints to the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) regarding a program’s compliance with accreditation standards, policies, or procedures.
Commission on Dental Accreditation
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611-2678
1-800-621-8099, Ext. 4653
Learn more at the CODA website