For Students
Our office is your starting point for a wide range of support and resources, both on and off campus. This could include topics such as academic concerns, health & wellness, life events & transitions, personal challenges, and other concerns impacting your success as a student.
Connect with our team
Staff are available for consultation via phone, email, and same day appointments.
There is no wrong way to reach out.
Common resources
There are a lot of options for support, but it can be hard to know where to go.
This list includes a wide range of the most commonly accessed resources available for all students. A few examples include mental health support, academic resources, and legal services.
Types of support
Other resources
Food access
There are a variety of campus and community resources for healthy and nutritious food to help students focus on their goals rather than their next meal.
Campus and community food resources
Access free groceries, prepared meals, and financial aid from a variety of campus organizations.
The Open Seat Food Pantry
Visit UW–Madison’s on-campus food pantry run by students, for students.
Housing and financial support
Every student deserves safe, supportive, and affordable housing.
Housing services
Resources and support for students navigating both on-campus and off-campus housing.
Crisis loans and grants
Short-term loans and grants to help cover housing costs.
Financial aid emergency support
Emergency financial support for essential expenses.
Student legal assistance
Free, confidential legal support for a variety of matters, including off-campus housing and tenants’ rights.
Other common inquiries
Pregnancy/Parenting
Information on accommodations and institutional policies.
Academic Complaints
OSAS assists students through a variety of personal circumstances. For support on academic issues, including changing majors, classroom concerns, course drops or withdrawals, or grade disputes.
Student of Concern
Reach out if you are concerned about the well-being of someone who may need support.
Health and Wellness
Connect with University Health Services for mental and physical health assistance or make an appointment with a staff member to learn about available resources. Or play hard, get fit, and live well with Recreation and Wellbeing.
Disability accommodations
Explore disability-related accommodations as well as support for short-term/temporary injuries and conditions.
Other concerns
Check out all the OSAS guides or find out how to report an issue.
Emergency services
Get help for urgent issues regarding mental and physical health and on-campus safety.
Mental health crisis
A 24/7 support line for mental health concerns run by University Health Services providing real-time support and long-term plans for navigating concerns. For students experiencing a mental health crisis 608-265-5600 (option 9).
Safety issues
Field services, investigative services, security, and public safety for on-campus concerns. Call 911 if you have an emergency.
Awards and recognition
Highlighting student achievement is important to OSAS, and it helps all of us celebrate the UW-Madison community as we work toward creating an accepting, supportive, and successful environment to learn and grow.
Exceptional Citizenship Award
Recognize students with notable courage and character through the Exceptional Citizenship Award.
Emergencies and after hours
For students experiencing a mental health emergency,
please contact UHS Mental Health Services 24/7 support line at 608-265-5600 (option 9).
For emergency or life-threatening situations, please dial 911.