See How Our Clients Trust Us
"With kindness, skill, and intelligence, in addition to a great sense of collaboration and team spirit, they were able to identify the soul and needs of my business. The project culminated with the launch of a beautiful, attractive, and functional website that has made my life easier and, I'm sure, will take my business to the next level." - Lisset Orozco
Services: Website redesign, Search Engine Optimization
"It was a absolute delight working with the team of students. They were very professional, time-conscious, and very patient. The website is absolutely beautiful and started giving us much visibility." - Ousman Tamgue
Services: Website redesign
The GetVirtual Free Plan
For small businesses just getting started.Projects take place during academic quarter at UCSC beginning in January, April, July and October
Simple website (up to 5 pages)
Basic SEO setup
Social media profile setup
Branding
2 months of support
Handoff Training
Need a custom solution? Contact us for a personalized quote.
Affordable Pricing
Quality digital solutions that fit your budget.
Measurable Results
See tangible improvements in your online presence, customer engagement, and digital performance.
Talent Perspectives
Build relationships with skilled university students who could become future employees or long-term collaborators.
Cost-Effective Solutions
Access quality digital services at rates significantly lower than market prices for professional agencies.
Professional Oversight
All work is guided by experienced mentors and consultants ensuring professional quality results.
Why Partner With Get Virtual?
What is GetVirtual?
GetVirtual is a student-powered consulting program based at UC Santa Cruz that provides free digital support to small businesses, nonprofits, and startups. Our trained student teams help with website development, digital marketing, branding, and more.
Is it really free? What's the catch?
Yes, our services are completely free if you have the time to work with the university students while they are in training, and if your needs are within the free project scope (please refer to pricing plans at the top of this page). GetVirtual is an educational program that gives UC students real-world experience. Your business benefits from professional-quality digital support, and students benefit from hands-on learning. We also offer paid services at a competitive price for those that need a greater depth of services and quicker project completion turnaround.
What’s the process to get started?
Fill out a short intake form. We will review your needs and match you with a student team. Your student team will schedule an intro call and begin the project
What is expected of me as a client?
We ask for:
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A 30-minute onboarding call
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Timely responses to student questions
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Feedback at key milestones
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Completion of a short satisfaction survey at the end
Do I get to keep everything the students create?
Yes, all project deliverables—including websites, graphics, and content—are yours to keep and use however you like.
What services do you offer?
We tailor our services to your needs. Common support includes:
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Website creation or redesign (Wix, Squarespace, WordPress)
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Social media setup and strategy
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Branding and visual identity
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Google business profiles
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Online marketing materials
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E-commerce setup and optimization
What kinds of businesses do you work with?
We support a wide range of small businesses, local nonprofits, and early-stage startups. Priority is often given to historically underserved businesses or those without strong digital infrastructure.
How long does a project take?
Most projects last 6–10 weeks, aligned with the university quarter. We aim for fast turnarounds while ensuring quality results and regular check-ins. More complex projects may take longer, some lasting more than 6 months.
Can I request another project after this one finishes?
Absolutely. Many of our clients return for additional support or request a new project in a future quarter. You can also refer us to other businesses that need help.
Is there a way to support the program?
Yes! You can:
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Offer a testimonial or case study
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Refer other businesses
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Consider sponsoring a future project
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Share your experience with the community
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about a GetVirtual project.
