Palomar College Informational Resources
AB 540: Assembly Bill 540 exempts certain students from paying nonresident tuition (which is higher than resident tuition) and allows eligible students to apply for certain types of financial aid under the Calfornia Dream Act.
California Dream Act: Under the California Dream Act, certain community college students may be eligible for the CA Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGFW) and/or financial support from EOPS. Students attending four-year colleges in CA may be eligible for additional grants and scholarships under this program.
DACA: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a federal process that defers removal action of an individual by USCIS for a specified number of years. It is not the same as financial aid. It does not grant lawful immigration status. It does allow individuals to apply for an SSN and work authorizations.
Community Informational Resources
California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office – Resources for Undocumented Students
CA State University (CSU): Resources for Undocumented Students
College Board – Advising Undocumented Students
Community Resources
MALDEF – The Latino Legal Voice for Civil Rights in America
San Diego Hunger Coalition – Know Your Rights!
U.S. Department of Education – Resource Guide: Supporting Undocumented Youth