Undocumented 和 DACA Students

Occidental College is committed to providing access to students from all backgrounds 和 has long been a leader in diversity efforts. 的 College strives to provide a welcoming community for all students. To this end, Occidental adopted a statement of principles to guide the College's response to potential changes in federal immigration policy.

We encourage all students, regardless of citizenship status or national origin, to apply to the College. This includes undocumented 和 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students graduating from U.S. 高中.

入学 Application

Undocumented 和 DACA students should complete the Common Application or Coalition Application 和 follow the same application procedures 和 最后期限 as other first-year or transfer applicants. When completing the application, please select the following fields whether or not you have been granted DACA status.

Select your citizenship status:
Other (Non-US)

List of citizenship:
Select the country

Currently held in the United States visa:
I do not hold a currently valid US non-immigration visa.

For more information about the application process for undocumented 和 DACA students, please contact Robin Hamilton at rhamilton@tbc007.net or 323-259-2700.

Financial 援助

Occidental College meets 100% of the demonstrated need of all admitted students who apply for financial aid during the admission process. Undocumented students are considered for need-based financial aid like any U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Because federal financial aid is not available for undocumented students, institutional funding is used in its place. Undocumented students residing in CA may be eligible to receive state grant funds through the California Dream Act. More information about this application process can be found on the California Student 援助 Commission website.

Financial 援助 Application Process

的 financial aid process for undocumented students is similar to the process for U.S. citizens 和 Permanent Residents; however, the federal FAFSA application is waived for undocumented students.

• Complete the CSS Profile
• Complete your financial aid application on time. 最后期限 vary for Early Decision, Regular Decision, 和 Transfer students. 访问我们的 Financial 援助 website for more information.

Undocumented students demonstrating financial need are eligible for non-federal work-study jobs on campus. Undocumented students with employment authorization may be able to find on 和 off campus employment.

Undocumented 父母

Parental citizenship status will NOT affect your financial aid eligibility at Occidental since aid is determined solely by financial need. Whether or not your parents file taxes, you must provide your parents' financial information on the CSS Profile application. If your parents will not file taxes or do not have an ITIN, use “000-00-0000" in place of a Social Security Number on the CSS Profile application.