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undocumented youth & college

Are you an undocumented youth who entered the US before the age of 16 and are thinking about college? The following guide provided by BestColleges.com in both English and Spanish may be able to help you navigate your path to higher education as well as American citizenship through DACA. DACA is constantly evolving. We encourage you to reach out to your high school counselor or college advisor for regular updates on DACA and effects changes may have on your pursuit to higher education.

Guia Para Estudiantes Indocumentados

College Guide for Undocumented Students

homelessness & education

If you are a single youth of school age, and/or a parenting youth experiencing homelessness, you and your household have a right to education. The McKinney-Vento Act was passed by Congress to help youth experiencing homelessness access and excel in education. If you are interested in your rights under McKinney-Vento, or need connections to educational services while experiencing homelessness, click on the following fact sheet for more information:

McKinney-Vento: Family and Youth Services Bureau

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