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Information for Prospective and Current DACA and Undocumented Ұ������ Students

DACA and undocumented students add richness and value to the Ұ������ community. We understand that there are particular challenges for these students as they navigate policies, processes, and academic requirements of university study, and we are here to help. 

This web page contains the following information for DACA and undocumented students to use throughout their time at Ұ������: 

• An admissions checklist for prospective students 
• Financial aid information (including state aid and outside scholarships) to help pay for education at Ұ������
• On-campus resources, including information about student activities, counseling services, and campus public safety
• Off-campus and general resources, including information on legal aid, mental health services, and community partners

All information here can be used directly by prospective or current Ұ������ students. Administration, faculty, and staff also can help our Ұ������ community by sharing these resources with students and their families. 

Ұ������ is committed to supporting and empowering our DACA and undocumented students to help them reach their full potential at Ұ������ and beyond.

What is the New Jersey DREAM Act?

The New Jersey Tuition Equality Act (Statute P.L. 2013, c.170), otherwise known as the DREAM Act, became law in 2013 and allows undocumented students who meet certain criteria to qualify for in-state tuition rates at all of New Jersey’s public higher education institutions.

Admissions Information

• Apply for Ұ������ admission by completing the admissions application and submitting all transcripts, essays, and test scores. 
• Please email Ұ������ admissions at 201-200-3234 or at admissions@njcu.edu if you need us to waive the application fee. 

Financial Aid Information

Scholarship and financial aid opportunities exist for DACA and undocumented students. Contact the Ұ������ Financial Aid office at 201-200-3173 or at financialaid@njcu.edu. Please include your Ұ������ Gothic ID number on all voicemail and/or email correspondence.

Apply for New Jersey state financial aid through Ұ������ Financial Aid Office to ease the cost of your bill. 

*Apply for New Jersey state financial aid before the semester you enroll.

In order to qualify for state aid, you must have: 

• Attended high school in New Jersey for three or more years; 
• Graduated from a New Jersey high school or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in this State; 
• Registered as an entering student or are currently enrolled in a public institution of higher education not earlier than the fall semester of the 2013-2014 academic year;
• Filed an affidavit with Ұ������ stating you have applied or, upon eligibility, will apply as soon as possible to legalize your immigration status

The  allows undocumented students enrolled in eligible New Jersey colleges and universities to apply for state financial aid. Complete this application if you are not a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen but otherwise meet all State of New Jersey Eligibility Criteria. 

*Important: The online application will not save an incomplete application, so you must complete the application from start to finish at one time. 

*Important: If a pop-up appears on your application screen requesting to track your physical location, select “Options for this site” and then choose “Always deny and don’t tell me” and continue with your application.

For state aid deadline dates, please visit . 

After Admission to Ұ������

• Take the required placement test (if necessary), attend an advising and registration day, and register for classes.
• Attend required New Student Orientation.
• Connect with the Ұ������ Community Center. 
• Reach out to the Student Outreach and Retention (SOAR) Office.

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