Parenting Student Resources

Supporting Student Success while Parenting

SF State values and appreciates the dedication of our students who are pursuing their education goals while pregnant or parenting. Our goal of academic success for all students means we want to help and support those balancing education and family responsibilities.  

Registration

Pregnant and parenting students can receive an early registration appointment if they submit a Self-Certification of Dependents through their student portal. 

Visit the link below to learn how to apply for the next semester; deadlines may vary.

Lactation Room Program 

View lactation room locations and register for the program. 

Breastfeeding Support 

HPW provides free breast pumps, nursing supplies, and cooler bags for breastmilk. 

Equity Programs & Compliance 

Learn more about your Title IX rights. 

Undergraduate Advising Center  

Can help you plan your schedule, keep on track with your goals, and learn your options around managing medical absences related to pregnancy.   

  

Disability Programs & Resource Center  

Provides accommodations to students with disabilities or those whose pregnancies have disabling symptoms. 

Early Childhood Education Cente 

Assists student parents attain their educational goals by providing care for their young children in a high-quality and affordable educational setting.  

Children’s Campus  

Provides high-quality early care and education for infants, toddlers and preschool children of SF State employees and the community.  

Family Study Room  

Study in a fully furnished kid-friendly room in the J. Paul Leonard Library. 

Kid Kits 

Check out a kid kit bundle filled with activities to keep your little one's entertained while you study. 

Women’s Center  

 A resource, referral and educational program for the campus community. 

Legal Resource Center 

Provides referrals to assist SF State community with law-related questions or concerns. 

KinderCare Learning Centers 

CSU offers students and employees a 10% Tuition Benefit savings! 

Basic Needs Center 

Provides resources and support for students facing food, housing, or economic instability. They also provide free diapering supplies to parenting students.  

CalFresh Help Clinic 

Helps students apply for free money for food 

WIC and Tax Credits  

Helps students get additional nutrition support and extra money back on taxes.  

Food Pantry & Gator Groceries  

Provides free produce and staples to student every week.  

Financial Aid 

Provides students support with applying for financial aid and scholarships, calculating your cost of attendance, and completing a FAFSA. Parenting students can also discuss including dependent care allowance as part of their aid package with a financial aid counselor. 

Handshake  

Explore opportunities for on-campus jobs 

Career & Leadership Development  

Helps students get connected with job openings and career skills.