According to the College Board, “There are three main areas on the path to higher education where undocumented students may have special concerns or face obstacles: admission, tuition and financial aid.” These resources and scholarship opportunities can help with all three.
General Resources
The College Board: Advising Undocumented Students
Summary of obstacles that undocumented students may face and list of ideas for guidance counselors seeking to help.
Choose Your Future: Undocumented Students/DREAMers Pathway to College
Guidance for undocumented students throughout the college application and admissions process. Site includes laws, financial aid options, scholarships and community support.
DreamActivist: Undocumented Students Action & Resource Network
Social media hub led by multicultural, migrant youth organizing to pass the DREAM Act and other legislation conceived to mend the broken immigration system.
Financial Aid/Scholarships
FinAid: Financial Aid and Scholarships for Undocumented Students
Summary of financial aid information for undocumented students.
VISA Now: Scholarships and Financial Aid for Undocumented Students, DACA Students and DREAMers
State-by-state summary of financial aid options for undocumented students.
Scholarships that Don’t Require Social Security Numbers
Scholarship list and guide for immigrant students.
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