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Welcome to My Undocumented Life! A place where we can document our lives as undocumented immigrants. MyUndocumentedLife.org is dedicated to providing up-to-date information and resources for undocumented immigrants. Here, you will find the latest on scholarship opportunities, immigration news, ways in navigating the educational system, and more.
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2026 Davis Putter Scholarship: Open to Undocumented Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Are you a passionate advocate for social change, and committed to building a better world for all? The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund (DPSF) awards scholarships up to $15,000 to undergraduate and graduate students who are active in social justice movements. This… Read More ›
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2026 Chicana Latina Foundation Scholarship: Open to Undocumented Chicana and/or Latina Students in Select Northern California Counties
The Chicana Latina Foundation is currently accepting applications for its scholarship program. Students selected for the program receive a $1,500 scholarship. They are also invited to attend the Foundation’s annual award dinner. Awardees also participate as a CLF Ambassador and… Read More ›
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My Undocumented Life November 2025 Newsletter
As immigration enforcement continues to intensify across the country, undocumented students and their families are contending with a tremendous amount of fear, anxiety, and stress. If you are someone who is directly affected by U.S. immigration policies and enforcement practices,… Read More ›
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2026 Dream.Us Scholarships: Open to Undocumented Students
TheDream.US offers two types of scholarships for undocumented students across the country – the “National Scholarship” and the “Opportunity Scholarship” depending on what state you live in. The “National Scholarship” provides up to $16,500 for an Associates degree, and $33,000… Read More ›
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Job Opportunity: Director of Office of Immigrant Student Success at LaGuardia Community College
LaGuardia Community College is hiring a Director of Office of Immigrant Student Success to work directly with immigrant students. The duties to be performed include, but are not limited to the following: “Directs program strategy in coordination with Student Affairs… Read More ›
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2026 Point Foundation’s Flagship Scholarship: Open to Undocumented LGBTQ Students
The Point Foundation’s Flagship Scholarship seeks to support LGBTQ students who are pursuing their college, graduate, or professional degrees in the United States. The Scholarship provides recipients financial support, resources, and professional development opportunities. Please note that the scholarship amount… Read More ›
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Job Opportunity: Assistant Director of Undocumented Student Program at UC Berkeley
The Undocumented Student Program (USP) at UC Berkeley is hiring an Assistant Director. The USP is dedicated to supporting undocumented undergrad and grad students. This includes providing students with academic counseling, mental health support, professional development opportunities, and more. The… Read More ›
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How Institutions Can Help Address Undocumented College Students’ Basic Needs
By FINA When universities talk about meeting students’ basic needs, the conversation often centers on food and housing. While these are essential, the experiences of undocumented students show that the definition of “basic needs” must expand far beyond this scope. For… Read More ›
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Applying to Graduate School? Check Out These Books!
If you are getting ready to apply to graduate school, the following books help distill the application process and experience. “In The Latinx Guide to Graduate School Genevieve Negrón-Gonzales and Magdalena L. Barrera provide prospective and current Latinx graduate students in… Read More ›
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A Review of “Illegalized: Undocumented Youth Movements in the United States” and Q & A with author Dr. Rafael A. Martínez
Dr. Rafael A. Martínez is an assistant professor of Southwest Borderlands at Arizona State University whose work centers on issues of immigration, immigrant communities, and the U.S.-Mexico borderlands. His book, Illegalized, examines the work of immigrant youth organizers in the… Read More ›
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Supporting Students Directly Affected by a Loved One’s Deportation
(This post is part of a series where we are discussing the experiences of undocumented folks and their families navigating this difficult period in order to raise awareness and increase support for those affected. If you have resources to share,… Read More ›
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2026 Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship: Open to Undocumented Students
The Spencer Foundation is currently accepting applications for its postdoctoral fellowship program. Each year, the program selects 25 fellows who receive $70,000 for one academic year. Fellows also participate in three professional development retreats and are matched with a mentor… Read More ›