If you are planning to apply to medical schools and need to take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), but are unable to pay for the test, you may be eligible to receive a fee waiver by the Association of American… Read More ›
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DACA Scholars Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
DACA Scholars is a free mobile app that features scholarship opportunities for Latina/o students. You can learn more about what motivated Deyvid Morales, a fellow undocumented student, to create the app on this post. And if you haven’t downloaded this app… Read More ›
The Science Ambassador Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
Cards Against Humanity’s Science Pack recently announced their full tuition (for up to four years) scholarship opportunity for a woman who is pursuing an undergraduate degree in science, engineering, or math. Note: You do not need to be a U.S. citizen to apply. You… Read More ›
Fee waiver available for the LSAT: Open to undocumented youth with DACA
If you are planning to apply to law schools and need to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), but are unable to pay for the test, you may be eligible to receive a fee waiver. To qualify for a… Read More ›
LEDA Scholars Program: Open to undocumented high school students with DACA
The LEDA Scholars program supports students over a six year trajectory so that they can apply to and thrive in selective colleges. Each year, LEDA recruits 100 high school students who show leadership potential but may lack the exposure and support… Read More ›
DACA Renewal Delays
In August of 2016, USCIS announced that some requests to renew Deferred Action for Childhood Consideration (DACA) filed between February 14, 2016 and June 22, 2016 were delayed. If you already submitted your DACA renewal and it has been pending… Read More ›
Brown University’s New Admissions Policy: How It Came About and Advice on Applying from Current Students and Faculty
By KEVIN, SILVINA, RENATA, LINDA, ANAMARIA, and ALEXIS According to a September 12, 2016 announcement, Brown University shifted its admissions and financial aid policies to treat undocumented students as domestic students in calculating their aid awards. Here, we provide some… Read More ›
Seeking Passionate Interns! [CLOSED]
Are you passionate about working with and on behalf of undocumented communities? Consider joining My (Un)Documented Life blog’s Fall 2016 Internship Program to be a part of a growing platform that provides up-to-date information and resources to undocumented immigrants. You will… Read More ›
Act Six Leadership & Scholarship Initiative: Open to undocumented high school students
The Act Six Leadership & Scholarship Initiative is a full-tuition and full-need scholarship that connects local faith-based community affiliates with faith and social justice-based colleges to equip emerging urban and community leaders to engage the college campus and their communities… Read More ›
La Unidad Latina Foundation Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
La Unidad Latina Foundation is a nonprofit that awards scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,000 to support students pursuing a higher education. This year, they have a National Scholarship and a DREAM Scholarship. Here are the eligibility requirements: Minimum cumulative… Read More ›
DREAMers Pathways to College Workshop in Chicago, IL
As part of the National College Fair to be held at Chicago, IL, on Saturday, October 1st, there will be a workshop focused on college and financial aid access to undocumented students titled “DREAMers Pathway to College.” The session will be… Read More ›
Private Colleges that Accept Undocumented Students as Domestic Students
(Last updated on August 2017) In the past five years, many private colleges have transitioned to considering undocumented students as domestic students instead of international students in the admissions process. As you look for colleges to apply to, we know… Read More ›