Student Resource Links
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It is overwhelming coming to a new city and not knowing where the basic necessities are. This resource page is designed specifically with students in mind, making their transition to a new city just a little bit easier. With links to information about outdoor activities, medical professionals, shopping and much more, students will become Santa Cruz experts in no time.
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Shopping:
Santa Cruz County has an abundance of stores, big or small, to find what ever you are looking for. From grocery stores, to surf shops, to bookstores and artisan stores, Santa Cruz County has a bit of everything and leaves little to desire.
For a list of local Santa Cruz Chamber member shops, boutiques, and stores, visit the Shopping section of the Chamber business directory.
Dining:
If you are needing a break from dining hall food, Santa Cruz County has a wide variety of food options to satisfy any craving.
For a list of local Santa Cruz Chamber member restaurants, cafes, breweries, and other places to dine in Santa Cruz, visit the Dining section of the Chamber business directory.
Attractions:
Take a break from studying and enjoy what Santa Cruz has to offer. From the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Museums and Historical sites, Santa Cruz County has everything needed for a weekend of fun.
For a list of activities within the County, visit the Attractions section of the Chamber business directory.
Outdoors:
Santa Cruz has a wide range of things to do outside, whether it's hiking in the beautiful redwoods, sunbathing at the beach or taking a bike ride with an ocean view, Santa Cruz County has it all.
For a list of top hiking trails in Santa Cruz County, please click here and here.
For information on other outdoor activities in the area, check out Visit Santa Cruz's website.
For information on the beaches in the County, please click here.
Transportation:
Students may feel limited on where they can go without a car, but the county provides many options for getting around. With a city bus system that runs directly onto the UCSC campus and routes to downtown and Capitola, students do not have to feel isolated on campus.
Click here and here to find out more about the public transportation within the city and county.
Personal Services:
Being in a new city, it can be frustrating not knowing where to get your haircut, your car serviced or your clothes cleaned. The directory provides links from automobile sales and services to dry cleaning.
For a full list of personal service businesses in Santa Cruz, visit the Personal Services section of the Chamber business directory.
Medical and Health:
As students, it might be a little scary being sick while away from home. Whether you are looking for a dentist or nearby hospital, the directory can help guide your search.
For a full list of medical and health professionals in Santa Cruz, visit the Medical & Health section of the Chamber business directory.
Non-Profit and Community
If you are interested in becoming more involved in the community, Santa Cruz County has a wide variety of organizations and non-profits to choose from.
For a full list of non-profit and community organizations in Santa Cruz, visit the Non-Profit & Community section of the Chamber business directory.
To search the entire Chamber business directory, please click here.
Check out the Santa Cruz Monthly Calendar of Events to find activities happening within the city for the month.
Santa Cruz County has an abundance of stores, big or small, to find what ever you are looking for. From grocery stores, to surf shops, to bookstores and artisan stores, Santa Cruz County has a bit of everything and leaves little to desire.
For a list of local Santa Cruz Chamber member shops, boutiques, and stores, visit the Shopping section of the Chamber business directory.
Dining:
If you are needing a break from dining hall food, Santa Cruz County has a wide variety of food options to satisfy any craving.
For a list of local Santa Cruz Chamber member restaurants, cafes, breweries, and other places to dine in Santa Cruz, visit the Dining section of the Chamber business directory.
Attractions:
Take a break from studying and enjoy what Santa Cruz has to offer. From the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Museums and Historical sites, Santa Cruz County has everything needed for a weekend of fun.
For a list of activities within the County, visit the Attractions section of the Chamber business directory.
Outdoors:
Santa Cruz has a wide range of things to do outside, whether it's hiking in the beautiful redwoods, sunbathing at the beach or taking a bike ride with an ocean view, Santa Cruz County has it all.
For a list of top hiking trails in Santa Cruz County, please click here and here.
For information on other outdoor activities in the area, check out Visit Santa Cruz's website.
For information on the beaches in the County, please click here.
Transportation:
Students may feel limited on where they can go without a car, but the county provides many options for getting around. With a city bus system that runs directly onto the UCSC campus and routes to downtown and Capitola, students do not have to feel isolated on campus.
Click here and here to find out more about the public transportation within the city and county.
Personal Services:
Being in a new city, it can be frustrating not knowing where to get your haircut, your car serviced or your clothes cleaned. The directory provides links from automobile sales and services to dry cleaning.
For a full list of personal service businesses in Santa Cruz, visit the Personal Services section of the Chamber business directory.
Medical and Health:
As students, it might be a little scary being sick while away from home. Whether you are looking for a dentist or nearby hospital, the directory can help guide your search.
For a full list of medical and health professionals in Santa Cruz, visit the Medical & Health section of the Chamber business directory.
Non-Profit and Community
If you are interested in becoming more involved in the community, Santa Cruz County has a wide variety of organizations and non-profits to choose from.
For a full list of non-profit and community organizations in Santa Cruz, visit the Non-Profit & Community section of the Chamber business directory.
To search the entire Chamber business directory, please click here.
Check out the Santa Cruz Monthly Calendar of Events to find activities happening within the city for the month.