AB 540 Quick Guide

See a detailed breakdown of AB 540 requirements, including attendance requirements and additional degree options that extend beyond the high school diploma and GED.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

Submitting the AB 540 Affidavit Required for New Incoming Students at CCCs, CSUs, or UCs

Learn why, how, and when to submit the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption (AB 540/AB 2000/SB 68 affidavit to your school).

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

Affidavit for CA Community Colleges

Submit this affidavit if you are attending the California Community Colleges (CCC) and meet the eligibility for AB 540/SB 68.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Affidavit for CA State Universities

Submit this affidavit if you are attending the California State University (CSU) and meet the eligibility for AB 540/SB 68.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Affidavit for University of CA

Submit this affidavit if you are attending the University of California (UC) and meet the eligibility for AB 540/SB 68.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Championing Equity: Systemwide AB 540 FAQ

Get answers to common questions about AB 540 (California’s in-state tuition law), eligibility requirements based on attendance and residency, and how to qualify.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide

AB 469: All in for Financial Aid Including Undocumented Students

This guide provides an overview of resources and strategies that addresses the unique challenges undocumented students can face when applying for financial aid in California.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Handout

Educational Resource Binder: College Access for Undocumented Students in California

Access our complete set of resources educators, students and allies can use to increase college access for undocumented students in California.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Building Effective Support for UndocuEducators in Higher Education (Action Plans)

Learn how each campus stakeholder can ensure that UndocuEducators, who play crucial roles in higher education, thrive and succeed in their institution.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Helping Students Get Their UndocuHustle On: Introduction to Entrepreneurship (Lesson Plan)

Use this lesson plan to introduce entrepreneurship as a valid income-generating opportunity for anyone, regardless of immigration status.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing, Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Effectively Supporting Black Undocumented Students Through Higher Education

Get an overview of the experiences of current Black undocumented students and recommendations to better reach, engage with, and support this student population.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide, Research/Report

List of Scholarships and Fellowships

Find scholarships and fellowships that don’t require proof of citizenship or legal permanent residency.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide, Post

Building Effective Support for UndocuEducators to Thrive and Persist in Higher Education

Learn how campus stakeholders can ensure that UndocuEducators, who play crucial roles in higher education, thrive and succeed in their institution.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Promising Practices for Financial Aid Counselors: Increasing Award Rates for CA Dream Act

Use these promising practices for financial aid counselors to increase application and award rates for CA Dream Act on your campus.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Understand the Differences: In-State Tuition vs CA Dream Act vs DACA

Learn about the differences between these policies and their implications for tuition and financial aid.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer