California Dream Act Scholarship at Lurie College of Education 2025

Eligibility

• The California Dream Act provides undocumented students who meet certain criteria with access to state-based financial aid and institutional scholarships.
• To be eligible for the California Dream Act, students must meet the following criteria:
• Be an undocumented student or a student with DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals).
• Meet the state residency requirements.
• Have attended a California high school for at least three years.
• Graduated from a California high school, obtained a GED, or earned a high school equivalency certificate.
• The California Dream Act applies to both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees at eligible California institutions.

Value/Benefit

• The California Dream Act allows students to access a variety of financial aid opportunities, including:
  • Cal Grants, UC Grants, State University Grants
  • California College Promise Grant
  • EOP or EOPS grants
  • Middle-Class Scholarships
  • School-specific scholarships
• Additionally, the Dream Act provides access to Dream Loans at the CSU or UC, which can help fund tuition and other educational expenses for undocumented students.
• The Dream Act significantly reduces financial barriers and provides opportunities for academic success.

Application Process

• To apply for the California Dream Act, students must complete the California Dream Act Application, which opens each year on October 1.
• Students are encouraged to submit their application by the extended deadline of May 2nd.
• While applications can be submitted after the priority filing date, it is important to note that funding may be limited.
• The application process requires students to provide information regarding their educational history, financial need, and personal details.
• Students can submit their application through the official California Dream Act website, and should carefully follow all instructions and guidelines.