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The National Scholarship for Undocumented Students

award money Award: $33,000

Category: Other Scholarships

The National Scholarship Award will cover $33,000 for a bachelor's degree at one of their Partner Colleges. You can renew the Award each year as long as you meet the continuing eligibility criteria.


Eligibility Criteria:

1. Applications are open to undocumented immigrant students with or without DACA or TPS who came to the U.S. before the age of 16 and before November 1, 2017.

2. The award is renewable each year – you simply have to meet the continuing eligibility criteria.

3. While your GPA is considered, great emphasis is place on the applicant's demonstrated commitment to community servece and their ability to overcome the barriers and challenges that undocumented students face each and every day.

Selection Criteria:

A rigorous application review process includes analysis and scoring of your grades, participation in advanced courses, extracurricular activities including volunteer work and community service, and home responsibilities. ISTS reviews and scores all complete and eligible applications. Scholarships are allocated across our Partner Colleges and are awarded to the highest scoring applicants to that college. All applicants agree to accept the decision as final.

Additional Benefits:

With over 80+ Partner Colleges across the United States that are committed to serving undocumented students and will offer you the support services you need to help you successfully
navigate your college life.   The Partner College list is available at here.  Each Partner College designates a Scholar Advisor to work with you and your fellow Scholars – individually and as a group. You will not be alone!


Disclaimer: This information is subject to change without notice. Please visit the scholarship website for up-to-date information.

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