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When your student heads to college, there’s a whole new community to explore. We help parents find the resources they need. From UCSB student housing to UCSB off-campus apartments, we will point you to the most student-friendly housing options in Santa Barbara. Along with on- and off-campus housing, your student may need help finding a bank near UCSB, or a convenient Santa Barbara healthcare provider. Last but not least, you’re sure to want to visit! Whether you’re looking for a place to stay for move-in, family weekend, graduation or any time in between, we can introduce you to the best hotels and restaurants near UCSB campus plus share ideas for activities to enjoy with your student or on your own.
- Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/GoletaClick here to visit Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta»
- (805) 562-5996 |
- 6878 Hollister Ave |
- Goleta CA 93117
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara GoletaClick here to visit Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta»
- (805) 968-0500 |
- 401 Storke Rd |
- Goleta CA 93117
- Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara GoletaClick here to visit Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta»
- (805) 770-5031 |
- 6350 Hollister Ave |
- Goleta CA 93117
- Wells Fargo BankClick here to visit Wells Fargo Bank»
- (805) 571-8260 |
- 6530 Pardall Rd Ste A |
- Isla Vista CA 93117
- Chase BankClick here to visit Chase Bank»
- (805) 685-1202 |
- 901 Embarcadero del Norte |
- Goleta CA 93117
- Storke Family Student Housing ApartmentsClick here to visit Storke Family Student Housing Apartments»
- (805) 893-2617 |
- 786 Laurel Walk |
- Goleta CA 93117
- West Campus ApartmentsClick here to visit West Campus Apartments»
- (805) 893-3570 |
- 555 Storke Rd |
- Goleta CA 93117
- The Loop ApartmentsClick here to visit The Loop Apartments»
- (805) 284-0882 |
- 6533 Trigo Rd |
- Isla Vista CA 93117
- Studio Plaza Apartments
- 805-968-8555 |
- 785 Camino Del Sur |
- Goleta CA 93117
Studio Plaza Apartments provides clean, private studio apartments to students, faculty, and others who want a serious academic environment.
Click here to visit Studio Plaza Apartments»
- GradGuard
- (866) 985-7598 |
- 3219 E Camelback Road, Suite 445 |
- Phoenix AZ 85018
GradGuard helps colleges and universities educate and protect students and families from the risks of college life.
Click here to visit GradGuard» - Hope Community Church
- 805-682-6232 |
- 4141 State St Ste E14 |
- Santa Barbara CA 93110
Share. Laugh. Grow
Click here to visit Hope Community Church» - Perry of Santa Barbara
- 805-456-3401 |
- 440 Hitchcock Way |
- Santa Barbara CA 93105
New CarDealership Selling New Fords/Mazdas and Used Vehicles. Parts and Service Departments service all makes and models with fully trained/competent technicians with state of the art equipment.
Click here to visit Perry of Santa Barbara» - UCSB Extension
- 805-893-4200 |
- 2160 Kerr Hall |
- Santa Barbara CA 93106
UCSB Extension is the continuing education department at UC Santa Barbara. Extension offers individual courses and professional certificate programs to meet your professional and personal goals.
Click here to visit UCSB Extension» - Santa Barbara Towing
- 805-892-4475 |
- 218 E Ortega St |
- Santa Barbara CA 93103
Santa Barbara Towing was Established in 1999 at. We started with 1 vehicle and over the last 15 years have successfully grown to be one of Santa Barbara's premier towing services.
Click here to visit Santa Barbara Towing» - Department of Military Science/ Army ROTC
- 805-893-2769 |
- Building 451, Mesa Rd |
- Santa Barbara CA 93106
The Department of Military Science is like no other academic department at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Through classroom instruction, physical training, and leadership labs, Army ROTC instills Cadets with leadership skills, the Army values, professionalism, and a sense of pride.
Click here to visit Department of Military Science/ Army ROTC» - Santa Barbara Nissan
- 805-967-1130 |
- 425 S Kellogg Ave |
- Goleta CA 93117
New & Used Vehicles, Service, Parts
Click here to visit Santa Barbara Nissan» - Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law
- 805-979-9860 |
- 20 E Victoria St |
- Santa Barbara CA 93101
Collaboration not Competition. At the Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law, students are encouraged to work together, a strength that follows them into their careers and into their communities.
Click here to visit Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law» - Goleta Transmission
- 805-685-0090 |
- 74 Aero Camino |
- Goleta CA 93117
Goleta Transmission offers transmission adjustments, electronic diagnosis and major repairs.
Click here to visit Goleta Transmission»
- Goleta Valley Cottage HospitalClick here to visit Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital»
- (805) 967-3411 |
- 351 S Patterson Ave |
- Goleta CA 93111
- UCSB Alcohol & Drug Program
- 805-893-5013 |
- 935 Embarcadero Del Norte |
- Santa Barbara CA 93106
We strive to create a safe, healthy, and learning-conducive environment through the promotion of healthy choices concerning the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. The program emphasizes the elimination of harmful use, high-risk behavior and related violence.
Click here to visit UCSB Alcohol & Drug Program» - 9 Round FitnessClick here to visit 9 Round Fitness»
- 805-966-3888 |
- 5083 Parkwood Pl |
- Santa Barbara CA 93111
- Metro TheatresClick here to visit Metro Theatres»
- 310-858-2800 |
- 8727 W 3rd St Ste 301 |
- Los Angeles CA 90048
- West Winds Drive Ins and Public Markets
- 805-964-9050 |
- 907 S Kellogg Ave |
- Goleta CA 93117
Welcome to West Wind Drive-In. All digital Drive-In!
Click here to visit West Winds Drive Ins and Public Markets» - Santa Barbara Rock Gym
- 805-770-3225 |
- 322 State St |
- Santa Barbara CA 93101
This new 8,500 square-foot facility is the first and only indoor climbing gym in Santa Barbara. Fantastic programs & classes, equipment rentals, and community events available.
Click here to visit Santa Barbara Rock Gym» - High Sierra Grill & BarClick here to visit High Sierra Grill & Bar»
- 805-845-7030 |
- 521 Firestone Rd |
- Goleta CA 93117
- Santa Cruz Markets
- 805-967-9510 |
- 5757 Hollister Ave |
- Goleta CA 93101
Full service grocery store with fresh meat and produce and an emphasis on Hispanic products. Locally owned and operated. Two locations to serve you. Goleta-805-967-9510 - Santa Barbara- 805-966-2121
Click here to visit Santa Cruz Markets»