At My (Un)Documented Life blog, we share up-to-date scholarship opportunities that are open to undocumented students. To help you narrow your search, we have complied a list of scholarship opportunities with March and April 2016 deadlines: [Deadline: 3/30/16] Becas Univision Scholarship– This… Read More ›
College Scholarships
Freedom Fellowship: Open to undocumented youth in Chicago, IL
The Chicago Freedom School (CFS) seeks to create new generations of critical and independent thinking young people who use their unique experiences and power to create a just world. CFS provides training and education opportunities for youth and adult allies to… Read More ›
2016 OCIYU Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
Each year, the Orange County Immigrant Youth United provides scholarships to undocumented students nationwide. Scholarship awards range from $500 for continuing college, vocational and graduate students and $250 for graduating high school and GED students attending college in the Fall… Read More ›
2016 BECA Foundation Scholarships: Open to undocumented students in San Diego, CA
The BECA Foundation is offering three scholarship opportunities (ranging between $500 to $1,000). Here are the eligibility requirements for each one: General Scholarship: Applicants must be graduating high school students in San Diego county who will begin college in the fall… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
2016 Bay Area Gardeners Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
The Bay Area Gardeners Scholarship Foundation provides financial support to low-income, underserved and underrepresented students who are pursuing a college education. Undocumented students are encouraged to apply. Scholarships are $1,500 each; two of the twenty recipients who display community involvement and who… Read More ›