FAFSA Tips for lJndocumented Students Can I go to college if I arn undocurnented? Generatty speaking, your status won't prevent you from being admitted or enro[[ing in ctasses at a college or vocationaI school. However, being undocumented limits the type of financiat aid you receive and possibty impacts cost of tuition. I'rn undocurnented but have lived in the US since I was YOUNGER. Arn I eligible for financial aid? Undocumented students aren't eligible for federatfinancialaid such as Pellgrants, work-study, and Direct loans. However, financialaid is possibty avaitable through private organizations and scholarships, grants, loans and work programs at the schoolyou want to attend. Contact the college's financialaid offlce directly to frnd out what aid is available to you. I arn undocurnented but have lived in tltah since I was younger. If I attend a public college in Utatr, arn I eligible for in-state tuition? Yes, if you meet certain requirements. Utah enacted House Bitt 144 which allows undocumented students to be eligibte for in-state tuition rates if thev: Where can I find private scholarships? . attend a Utah high school for 3 years, . obtain a high schoot diptoma from a Utah high schoot . enroll in a public postsecondary institution in Utah, and frte an affrdavit stating intent to tegatize immigration status and become a oermanent resident. . educate-utah.org . United States Hispanic Leadership Institute - ushti.org . Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund - maldef.org . Get Ready for College - getreadyforco[lege.org . Latino Coltege Dollars - latinocottegedo[[ars.org . Scholarships for Hispanics - schola rshipsforhispanics.org . Localcolleges and universities
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FAFSA Tipsfor lJndocumented Students
Can I go to college if I arn undocurnented?
Generatty speaking, your status won't prevent you from being admitted or enro[[ing in ctasses at a college or vocationaI school.However, being undocumented limits the type of financiat aid you receive and possibty impacts cost of tuition.
I'rn undocurnented but have lived in the US since I was YOUNGER. Arn I eligiblefor financial aid?
Undocumented students aren't eligible for federatfinancialaid such as Pellgrants, work-study, and Direct loans. However,
financialaid is possibty avaitable through private organizations and scholarships, grants, loans and work programs at theschoolyou want to attend. Contact the college's financialaid offlce directly to frnd out what aid is available to you.
I arn undocurnented but have lived in tltah since I was younger. If I attend apublic college in Utatr, arn I eligible for in-state tuition?
Yes, if you meet certain requirements. Utah enacted House Bitt 144 which allows undocumented students to be eligibte forin-state tuition rates if thev:
Where can I find private scholarships?
. attend a Utah high school for 3 years,
. obtain a high schoot diptoma from a Utah high schoot
. enroll in a public postsecondary institution in Utah, and frte an affrdavit stating intent to tegatize immigration status andbecome a oermanent resident.
. educate-utah.org
. United States Hispanic Leadership Institute - ushti.org
. Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund - maldef.org
Leave SSN field blank.Asks for home country, option to enter if you are a permanent resident (with a green card #), an international applicant, or neither.
HB144 does not apply to BYU/LDS BC since they are private schools. Tuition based on member/non-member price
BYU - Admissions Office, 801-422-2507 LDS BC - Admissions Office, 801-524-8145 or [email protected]
Dixie State University
If a student has a work authorization number they can use that number for the SSN. If the student does not have a SSN they should enter 999999999 in the SSN field.
• SSN not required in order to continue with online application. Check the box, “I don’t have one” next to the SSN section.• SLCC asks for a Utah Driver License number or a Utah State ID number on the admission application. Please note a Utah Driving Privilege Card is not a Utah Driver License (Limited term DL under DACA are considered a valid DL/State ID). If you don’t have a Utah Driver License or Utah State ID number, indicate “No” on the application.
Submit: Financial Aid Office, 351 W. University Blvd, Sharwan Smith Center, Suite 167, Cedar City, UT 84720 or [email protected]
Talia Strong, DirectorCenter for Diversity & Inclusion [email protected]
University of Utahadmissions.utah.edu/apply/residency/hb144.php
Under Citizenship Section, Select "No" on U.S. Citizen prompt, then choose "Utah high school graduate requesting Utah HB 144, 2002" in Non-Citizen Status; under Personal Information section, leave Social Security Number blank, lastly, under Legal Residency Section, choose "No" to Are you a legal resident of Utah requesting resident student status?
Utah Valley University uvu.edu/admissions/general/hb_144.html
If a student selects “undocumented” in the citizenship field they will not be required to enter a SSN. In regard to DL #, it is required to proceed to next page, enter all 9's or 1's in that field.
Weber State University weber.edu/undocumentedMark Undocumented under Citizenship Category. Enter all 9's in the SSN field
Link: apps.weber.edu/wsuimages/multicultural/Undocumented%20Student%20Waiver%20Form%202013.pdfSubmit: Admissions Office, Weber State University3885 West Campus Drive - Department 1137Ogden, UT 84408-1103
• Leave the SSN field blank, it's not required to enter anything in that field in order to complete the application. • On the "Personal Information" page in the "optional" section, the last question asks: "Are you a U.S. citizen?" Leave the answer to this question blank. The answer options are from a drop down menu with no option to enter text. "Undocumented" is NOT one of the options.
HB144 does not apply to Westminster since it is a private school.
Daniel Cairo, Director of Student Diversity and Inclusion [email protected]
Higher Education Resources for Utah's Undocumented Students
Last updated February 2017, policies/procedures may change at any time.For updates please email: [email protected] or contact institution directly.
Institution Contact 2 Payment Plan & Instructions Exception to policies, alternatives and/or
strategies for students who may not qualify for HB 144
Concurrent Enrollment
Brigham Young University & LDS Business College
BYU - Admissions Office, 801-422-2507 LDS BC - Admissions Office, 801-524-8145 or [email protected]
LDS BC - Only DACA eligible students are eligible for a payment plan.
LDS BC - students who take 12 or more credits on or after 4PM are eligible for a $500 evening scholarship/discount (must apply, not automatic.) Also, LEAP/Early Access Semester allows for three free courses. Contact Admissions for info.
Dixie State University
Daneka-Souberbielle, Director of Intercultural Engagement 435-652-7735 [email protected]
Name: Installment Plan Website: dixie.edu/registration/?page=tuition
All students pay resident tuition during the Summer, regardless of residency status. new.dixie.edu/concurrent/
Salt Lake Community College
Tania Mancilla, Advisor, College Recruitment801-957-2125 [email protected]
All students pay resident tuition during the Summer, regardless of residency status. All student pay resident tuition for the School of Applied Technology programs, regardless of residency status. slcc.edu/concurrentenrollment
All students are eligible to pay in-state tuition during Summer semesters regardless of residency status.
High School University Program - admissions.utah.edu/academics/hsup.phpCourses not offered in high schools but eligible students can take courses on the UU campus at a reduced tuition rate.
Utah State University
Krista Hepworth, Admissions Advisor (Price Campus) [email protected]
Tuition rates during summer semester are at a discount. Furthermore, students who attend full time in Fall and/or Spring earn 2 credits per full time semester that they can apply towards summer semester. Westminster has recently implemented a four-year graduation guarantee whereby students who sign a pledge to comply with the stipulations will be guaranteed to graduate in four years (or eight semesters), or the ninth semester is tuition-free.
High school students can now take Westminster Classes at $100 per credit hour (so a 3-credit hour class would be $300). The policy and application can be found at westminstercollege.edu/admissions_freshmen/?parent=2935&detail=16298
3/30/2016 $500 - $2,000 • For dependent family members of a civilian federal employee
• Sponsoring federal employee must have 3 years civilian federal service
• GPA 3.0
http://www.feea.org/
Federal Employee Education and
Assistance Fund: Scholarship
3/30/2016 $500-2,000 • Civilian federal employees & their dependent family members (child).
• The federal employee must have at least 3 yrs of civilian federal service by 8/31.
• All applicants must have at least a CUM 3.0 GPA unweighted
• All applicants must be current high school seniors working towards an accredited degree or enrolled in a 2- or 4-year undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate program
http://www.feea.org/programs/scholarships
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: General College
Scholarship Program
3/30/2016 $1,000-10,000
• Be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of Hispanic heritage.
• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • Must complete FAFSA. • Must include official transcript and SAR
http://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/
Larry H. & Gail 2/13/2016 Award Varies • For the U or U only http://diversity.utah.edu/wp-
science education major • Submit transcripts and two letters of
recommendation
Magic Johnson Foundation:
Michaels Scholarship Fund
2/2016
$1,000-$5,000
• Scholarship to provide support for deserving minority high school students who exemplify a strong potential for academic achievement, but face social-economic conditions that hinder them from reaching their full potential. Must have strong community service involvement.
• Use at qualifying 4-year public college or university in the Utah Open to any U.S. citizen
• Graduate from Utah high school • Minimum 3.5 GPA • Must take ACT by June of graduation
year & earn a minimum ACT composite of 26
• Applicants must earn associate’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher by the day the applicant’s class graduates high school
https://stepuputah.com/newcenturyscholarship/
Steve and Angie Smith
Young Alumni @ U of U only
2/1/2016 $6,000 • GPA at least 2.5 • First-generation college student • Represent at-risk or underrepresented
student populations • Demonstrate financial need
See Career Center for Scholarship Application (not available online)
Jackie Robinson Scholarship
2/2015 $250 - $7,500 • Must be a minority student & US citizen • Demonstrate leadership potential • Demonstrate financial need
http://www.jackierobinson.org/
BYU Management Society – Salt Lake
City Chapter
3/2016 $500 - $3,000 • Demonstrate financial need • Academic Excellence & Leadership • Positive community or religious service • Must be enrolled in high school in Salt
Lake, Davis, Summit, Tooele or Weber County
• Must plan to attend accredited college or university/technical school in Utah or an LDS Church college/university
https://secure.jotform.us/form/50203722434140
Church Hill Classics: Frame My Future
Scholarship Contest
3/2016 $1,000 • Students submit an original creation within a digital image (e.g., photo, collage, art piece, poem, etc.), that expresses what they hope to achieve in their personal and professional life after college.
• Open to any Utah student of Hispanic/Latino descent who resides in Weber, Davis, Cache, or Box Elder counties
• GPA of at least 2.5. • Selection based on GPA, financial
need, demonstrated academic and vocational achievements and leadership, and 2 letters of recommendation
Application available in the OHS Career Center
Utah Jump$tart Coalition
Scholarship
3/2016 $1,000 • Open to all high school seniors at an accredited Utah school who have successfully completed or are currently enrolled in the financial literacy course required for graduation, and plan to pursue a post-secondary education.
• Selection based on essay, financial need, FAFSA, FAFSA PIN registry, and college application.
http://www.utahjumpstart.org/ Anna Tibbitts Utah JumpStart Coalition P.O. Box 640 West Jordan UT 84084 Phone: 8014149981 Email: [email protected]
Wal-Mart Foundation
3/2016 varies • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States.
• Must be the dependent of an associate (employee) of any division of Walmart who has been actively employed with Walmart for at least six consecutive months as of March 14, 2014.
• Must be a high school senior • Demonstrate the need with required
• Applicant must be a skateboarder • U.S. citizen • Minimum 2.5 GPA required
Patrick Kerr Scholarship Committee Patrick Kerr Skateboard Scholarship Fund PO Box 2054 Jenkintown PA 19046 Phone: 215-663-9329 Email: [email protected]
University of Utah Utah Opportunity
Scholarship
2/12/2016 $8,000 per year for 8 semesters
• Be admitted to University of Utah • Eligible for Federal Financial Aid
• The mission of the Utah Asian Charitable Foundation (UACF) Scholarship is to foster future leaders for the Asian American community. The UACF offer scholarship to Asian students in Utah under two categories: 1) students with financial need, 2). students who have demonstrated strong scholarship, leadership and community services. Scholarships are range.
communities in Utah, the Alliance for Unity has created $2,000 scholarships for distribution to deserving high school seniors in the state who would otherwise be unable to attain a post-secondary degree. Applicants must have a family income that qualifies them for free or reduced lunch, show a consistent after-school work history, and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
http://www.allianceforunity.org/scholarship.html
Holy Cross Ministries/Jameson Family Scholarship
Feb. 14th
Up to $6,200
• Individuals accepted as an HB
144 (DACA) student by the University of Utah, completed at least one year at the University of Utah, have financial need, enrolled full-time.
students, must be enrolled at one of Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universitites partner schools, see website for complete list.
http://www.hacu.net/hacu/Scholarships.asp
ACLU Youth Activist Scholarship
NA
$7,000.00
Be a senior in high school planning to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student, be committed to civil liberties through activism.
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universitites
June
$1,000.00
Full-time graduate or undergraduate students, must be enrolled at one of Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universitites partner schools, see website for complete list.
http://www.hacu.net
Migrant Farm worker Baccalaureate Scholarships
15-Apr
Up to $2,500
Children of migrants, migrant workers, pursing a bachelors degree- see website for more details.
Applicant must actively participate in struggles for civil rights, economic justice, international solidarity or other progressive issues.
http://www.davisputter.org
Public Relations Society Multicultural Scholarship
20-May
$1,500.00
Must be registered as full-time undergraduate student at an accredited 4-year college. Must be of African- American/Black, Hispanic, Latino, Pacific Islander ancestry. Must be at least a junior in college and have at most one full term remaining.
Must be a student of Mexican nationality and enrolled in a school in Mexico or U.S. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or college undergraduate students accepted to or enrolled in college and studying transportation or management logistics.
http://www.ltna.org/
HENAAC Scholars Program
30-Apr
$500-$8,500
Applicants must demonstrate leadership through academic achievements and campus/community activities. Must be STEM related majors and enrolled in undergraduate or graduate propgram. Must be of Hispanic origin and significantly particiapte in and promote originations and activities in the Hispanic Community.
Must be a high school senior who will graduate before June 30 of the current school year. Must be qualified, upon graduation to enroll at an accredited 4 year college. Must have completed Junior Achievement Company Program or JA Economics.
http://www.ja.org
MALDEF Law School Scholarship
30-Sep
Varies
Open to all law students who will be enrolled full-time in a U.S-accredited law school. Scholarships are awarded based on commitment to serve the Latino community through law.
Students are eligible to participate if they're in grades 9-12 in the U.S., its territories or U.S. citizens attending high school overseas. Entries from home- schooled students are also accepted.
Applicant must submit scholarship application form, biography or resume that explains the student's background in sculpture. Two letters of recommendation, a CD with 6-15 images of work by the applicant. A list stating the title, medium and dimensions of the sculpture shown on the CD. Proof of financial need.
http://www.nationalsculpture.org
Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholarship
1-Dec
Varies
Graduate and undergraduate students studying at American colleges and universitites, or Americans studying abroad, who aspire to become foreign correspondents.
Must be of Chicano/Latino descent. Must be ineligible for FAFSA and be a high school graduate who will enroll for the first time in an accredited college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico.
http://www.ca-core.org
SEG Foundation Scholarship
March
$500-$14,000
Attending high school and planning to enter college next fall; or an undergraduate or graduate college student whose grades are above average. Must intend to pursue study towards applied geophysics, or related field.
http://www.seg.org
SHPE Foundation General Scholarships
1-Apr
Varies
Hispanic descent, accepted or attending a 2 or 4-yr college in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. Enrolled full-time. Major in STEM fields.
http://www.shpefoundation.org
Signet Classic Student Scholarship Essay
13-Apr
$1,000.00
Open to 11 and 12th graders in the U.S. and/or homeschooled in the U.S.. Must write an essay on selected topics on the book Emma.
Four different essay contests during the year. 8-12th graders, undergraduate, graduate students. Open to all students and the essay is on a selected topic about an Ayn Rand novel.
http://www.aynrandnovels.com
The Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest
6-Dec
$500-$5,000
Registered undergradute full-time juniors or seniors at an accredited 4-yr college in the U.S. Must write a 3000- 4000 word essay over a selected topic.
Must be in grades 7-12 in a public, private, parochial, home-school or after school program in the U.S., Canada or in an American school abroad. Must submit their best works of art and writing.
United Agribusiness League (UAL)/United Agricultural Benefit Trust
31-Mar
Varies
Must be affiliated with UAL or UABT, either through member or employee of member. Open to any major of study. Applicant must be presently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
http://www.ual.org
ADA Foundation-- Minority Dental Student Scholarship Program
NA
Varies
Applicants must be 2nd year students at the time of application and currently attending or enrolled at a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
http://www.ada.org
"Wonders of Plastics" Essay Contest
NA
$1,000.00
Open to all 6-12th grade students, must write 500-1,000 word essay, essay must be sponsored by a teacher.
Must be completing an undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field, such as electrical engineering, math, physics and demonstrate a strong interest in computer science.
Must be between ages 14-25, must be a U.S. immigrant, includes those who've become naturalized; accomplishments must reflect more than personal success and should have evidence of a commitment to making a positive imact in their community.
Past or present Asian restaurant worker (or child of), record of community advocacy and social justice work, incoming Freshman or current undergraduate, no citizenship requirement, financial need
Must be a college sophomore of Hispanic descent and interested in majoring in print journalism in English or Spanish. Applications must include autobiographical essay of 500 words describing some aspect of the relationship between Hispanic Americans and the press. Must attend schools with the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
http://www.nahj.com
PFLAG-HATCH Youth Scholarship Program
May
$1,000- $5,000
Must be a graduating LGTBQ, or straight ally who is a high school senior.
http://www.pflag.org
Leonard Perryman Scholarship
March
$2,500.00
Must be member of United Methodist, ethnic college juniors or seniors, community college students transferring to a college as a junior or senior.
http://www.umcom.org
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Scholarship
April
Varies
Must be active in public/community serivce, open to all individiuals who are lawfully authorized to work full-time without restriction to any U.S. employer and must possess lawful evidence of employment authorization. Students in the DACA program are eligible to apply.
http://www.chci.org/scholarships/
The Duracell/National Urban League Scholarship
Spring
$10,000 + paid
internship
Open to minority students in graduate school focusing in engineering, sales, marketing, finance, and business.
Be Koream-American or Pacific Islander American, demonstrate financial need, must be a senior in high school or up to a junior in college, demonstrated acheivement in the arts, community service, sports, or other activities.
Must be a college sophomore and have at least one more academic year remaining in college, may be enrolled in any major as long as your career intent is to work in television or radio news
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student with at least one more year of education remaining; must demonstrate leadership in the community and school, intend on majoring in a health- related field.
http://www.tylenol.com
La Unidad Latina Foundation, Inc
Feb, Jun, Sept
$250-$1,000
Enrolled and have completed one full year of undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited 4-year university.
http://www.lulfoundation.org
Mexican American Grocers' Association Fund (MAGAF) Scholarship
Spring
$500-$1,000
Be at least a college Sophomore, be Latino and interested in Business or majoring in Business.
http://www.maga.org
Golden Doors Scholars
Fall
Varies
Be eligible for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), be a new or existing undergraduate student.
http://www.goldendoorscholars.org
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
Fall
$1,000.00
Student must be in grades 5-12, from any state and show participation in volunteer activities.