Student Services
The resources you need to thrive on campus
About
UMass Amherst and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences are committed to ensuring that you have the support you need through every step of your academic journey. Attending college is a big step—this may be your first time away from home and familiar friends, not to mention the new responsibilities of handling a class schedule and managing college-level coursework. Where should you go if you're feeling overwhelmed?
In addition to SBS Pathways, our College advising office, there are a number of university-level resources available to help. First-year and transfer students may find UMass Student Services particularly helpful—they offer guidance on how to navigate life on a college campus, offering toolkits, first-year seminars, and financial education.
Disability Services at UMass Amherst is charged with providing equal access to all of our students. They routinely provide the most appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities.
The Learning Resource Center and the Writing Center are both available to help with academic needs, including tutoring. Both centers offer drop-in hours as well as appointments to best fit your busy schedule.
Do you know your librarian?
Each department within SBS has its own dedicated librarian to help students with their research projects. But the UMass Libraries offer so much more than research assistance! They also offer workshops on everything from podcasting to building websites.
Get involved with Campus Pulse
Want to become involved in UMass Amherst organizations and clubs? Campus Pulse is the hub for all registered student organizations on campus. It's a great place to start if you want to engage with the University community!
Expand your horizons with study abroad programs
UMass Amherst offers a number of study abroad options through the International Programs Office. If you know you want to explore your options, it's best to start doing your research early, as popular programs fill up quickly!
Student Quick Links
Here are some links to the most widely used resources on campus. Don't know where to go for help? Contact our sbsadvising [at] sbs [dot] umass [dot] edu (advising office) for assistance.