Undocumented and Under Documented Students (AB540) Resources
There are resources to assist our AB540 students with financing their education, such as the Cal Grant Dream Act, merit based scholarships, and outside scholarships.
Cal Grant Dream Act
Need-based aid will be made available to AB540 students during the academic year through the California Student Aid Commission's (CSAC) Cal Grant program. This is offered to students that graduated from a California high school and meet the income and asset requirement set forth by CSAC. Students should go on the Dream Act website to get further information on the process.
Resources for DREAMers
A Guide to College for Undocumented Students
Expert Advice and Resources for Undocumented College Students
Financial Aid for Undocumented Students
Guide for Parents and Families of Undocumented Students
DACA and Undocumented Students Guide
Scholarships
Undocumented students are eligible to receive merit-based scholarships only from Saint Mary's College. We recommend visiting the websites listed below to assist you with private scholarships. Also visit our scholarship websites webpage and outside scholarships webpage for other scholarship opportunities.
California Student Aid Commission:
Scholarship resources: