For families/students who are concerned about their immigration status, Assembly Bill 540 (AB 540) was passed in 2001 to ensure that undocumented students would not have to pay out-of-state tuition fees based on their status. Students are eligible for the AB 540 exemption if they meet ALL of the following requirements:
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Attend a California high school for 3 or more years;
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Graduate from a California high school or receive the equivalent, such as a GED;
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Submit the AB540 nonresident tuition exemption request form (attached) and sign the confidential affidavit included with the form stating that you will apply for legal residency as soon as possible. In this affidavit, students declare that they meet all AB 540 requirements and if they are undocumented, that they have filed an application to adjust their immigration status or will do so as soon as they are eligible to do so.
For more information, visit the following websites:
English & Korean: http://krcla.org/en/AB540
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Attend a California high school for 3 or more years;
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Graduate from a California high school or receive the equivalent, such as a GED;
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Submit the AB540 nonresident tuition exemption request form (attached) and sign the confidential affidavit included with the form stating that you will apply for legal residency as soon as possible. In this affidavit, students declare that they meet all AB 540 requirements and if they are undocumented, that they have filed an application to adjust their immigration status or will do so as soon as they are eligible to do so.
For more information, visit the following websites:
English & Korean: http://krcla.org/en/AB540
Resources:
General Information for Non-Residents.pdf
Advising Undocumented Applicants.pdf
Assisting Undocumented Students in Higher Education.ppt
College & Financial Aid Guide for Undocumented Immigrant Students.pdf
Undocumented College Student Guide: https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/undocumented-college-student-resources/
College Resources for Hispanic Students: https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/making-college-affordable-online-guide-for-hispanic-students/
Financial Aid for Hispanic Students: https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/financial-aid-scholarships-for-hispanic-students/
Best California College Rankings: https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/college/california/
Nursing programs in California: http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/nursing-schools/california/
Psych degrees in California: http://www.learnpsychology.org/psychology/degree-programs/schools-in-california/
Resources for teaching in California: https://www.teachtomorrow.org/california/
Vocational trade schools in California: http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/vocational-trade-school/california/
Fire Science programs in California: https://www.firescience.org/fire-science-degrees-and-programs/california/
Online colleges in California: http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/online-colleges/california/
Colleges in LA: http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/california/los-angeles-ca/
Scholarship and college guide for Native American students: https://online.maryville.edu/blog/scholarship-and-college-guide-for-native-american-students/
Financial Aid Resources:
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Scholarships for Students with Disabilities – How to find and apply for scholarships, loan forgiveness and other tuition assistance for students with disabilities
Fire and Forestry Scholarships – Funding for post-secondary education in Fire Science
Scholarships & Financial Aid for Veterans – Expert guidance to help veterans, service members, and their families pay for college
Scholarships for Psychology Students – Scholarships, Grants, & Tuition Assistance for undergrad and graduate psychology students
Scholarships for Aspiring Teachers - A comprehensive guide to scholarships, grants, fellowships and other debt-free aid sources for students looking to make a career in the classroom
Scholarships for Studying Abroad – This resource will help you navigate the many different Scholarships available for those wishing to study abroad. From Need-Based Scholarships available to Merit-Based Scholarships available.
Native American Scholarships – This guide provides an overview of the scholarships, grants and potential help available through tribal colleges for Native American students.