Quick Guide to College Access for Undocumented Students in CA
Themes/Topics: Higher Education
Geography: California, National
Audience: Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth
Summary
This one-pager lists all the steps and resources you may need to ensure you can more easily access higher education in California. It includes sections on AB 540 (California in-state tuition), applying for the CA Dream Act, state-based financial aid, and scholarships & fellowships.
Who may benefit from this resource?
Undocumented students who are preparing to go to college or postsecondary education in California should keep this guide on hand. You can use this quick guide to easily access instructions and worksheets for the different components of getting financial aid for your education.
Educators who work directly with undocumented students should use this guide as a quick reference and as a supplemental tool to support their students in applying for financial aid.
Topics & Keywords
AB 540, CA Dream Act Application, Cal Grant, higher education, undocumented student, undocueducator, financial aid
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