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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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2016 Advanced Parole Sponsorship: Open to undocumented students with DACA
The Immigration Law Offices of Hadley Bajramovic in California is a professional corporation of staff and attorneys who specialize in providing a wide range of immigration services (e.g. legal assistance applying to DACA). Currently, they are hosting an advanced parole contest. One… Read More ›
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UC Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders: Open to undocumented students with DACA
The University of California Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders is an all-expenses paid, career-building fellowship that provides intensive two-week training to first- and second-year students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI). As a… Read More ›
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Register for the UndocuCollege Guide & Equity Tool Webinar
On Wednesday March 9th at 10:30am, Educators For Fair Consideration, the National Forum on Higher Education for the Public Good, and the Undocumented Student Program at UCB will be hosting a webinar to introduce the “UndocuCollege Guide and Equity Tool”…. Read More ›
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NYSYLC Scholarship: Open to undocumented students in New York
The New York State Youth Leadership Council is an undocumented youth-led organization that seeks to give undocumented youth the tools and space to organize and create change within undocumented communities. The NYSYLC has established an Awards Program to support immigrant youth, regardless of… Read More ›
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MEXAUSTIN Scholarship: Open to undocumented students in Texas
The Foundation Communities is awarding $1,000 scholarships to at least 140 students bound for college. Here are the eligibility requirements: First-time college student starting Fall 2016 2.5 High School GPA or higher Mexican immigrants, children of Mexican immigrants, Latino immigrants (other… Read More ›
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2016-2017 California Dream Act: Open to undocumented students
Under the California Dream Act (AB 130 and 131), eligible undocumented students can apply for and receive state financial aid and institutional scholarships. The following are key resources to help you learn about, and apply, for the CA Dream Act:… Read More ›
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2016 Fiesta del Sol Scholarship: Open to undocumented students in Chicago
The Fiesta del Sol Scholarship Program offers an opportunity for students to receive $1,500 for their college expenses. Students will also have an opportunity to exercise leadership skills, and learn relationship building and teamwork, by participating in the Fiesta Sol… Read More ›
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U.S.-Mexico Foundation 1,000 Dreamers-1,000 Leaders program
“1,000 Dreamers-1,000 Leaders” is a binational program created with the goal of empowering the Dreamer population in the US and Mexico. This program is designed to take place over a 5 year period, benefiting 200 Dreamers each year by providing them with… Read More ›
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2015-2016 MANA de San Diego Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
Since 1991, the MANA de San Diego Scholarship Program has awarded scholarships to Latinas pursuing higher education in various undergraduate majors and post graduate work. This scholarship opportunity is open to undocumented students in community college, four year universities, and… Read More ›
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2016-2017 Illinois Dream Fund Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
The Illinois Dream Fund Scholarship seeks to create access to financial resources to further the growth and development for the immigrant leaders of tomorrow. With the generous offerings of private donors and in-kind donations, the Illinois Dream Fund Scholarship provides… Read More ›
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2016 HACEMOS Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
HACEMOS is AT&T’s Hispanic/Latino employee resource group. They have established a scholarship program to assist children of Hispanic origin and children of active HACEMOS members who plan to continue their education in college. Scholarships are offered each year for full-time… Read More ›
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Dating While Undocumented: Every Side
By DANIELLE I remember the first time I knew I loved my boyfriend. I had just kicked my foot hard onto the breaks of my car to avoid slamming into a small sedan that had cut me off. With equal force… Read More ›