Latinos In College Phorum :: Undocumented students

Jazmin Cameron Wrote:
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> Hi Johnatan, 
> 
> Are there any specific universities that you are
> referring to or have heard of that are no longer
> accepting undocumented students?  This may be
> possible, but may also depend on the state that
> you are living in. 
> 
> Here are some important things to take into
> account when applying to a university as an
> undocumented student.  
> 1) There are nine states who allow in-state
> tuition for undocumented students; however, you
> must check their requirements.  Most require that
> you attend high school in that state.  These
> states are the following: California, Illinois,
> Kansas, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Texas,
> Utah and Washington.   
> 
> 2) Public universities or state colleges should
> not ask for proof of your citizenship or
> immigration status.  They are not required to
> report undocumented students.  You are allowed to
> leave the SSN space on the application blank.
> 
> 3) Private colleges DO NOT receive federal
> funding, therefore, they are able to accept and
> give financial aid to undocumented students
> (depending on the school’s policy).   Students
> interested in private universities should speak to
> the Admissions Office about their status.
> 
> -Jazmin