Undocumented Student Resources

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý welcomes undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral scholars—regardless of immigration status. Immigration status is only one part of a person’s story, but it can bring extra questions. Support is available to help navigate next steps, connect with community and keep moving toward goals.Ìý

The Center can help with questions, referrals and campus connections. Support is available in English and Spanish.Ìý

Campus Resources

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý provides a wide range of campus resources designed to support students with undocumented status, helping them access essential services and opportunities throughout their academic journey.Ìý

Academic Advising

Academic advising is available with advisors familiar with DACA and ASSET student needs. Email Scarlett Pontón de Dutton, director of campus advising, for more information. Ìý

Counseling and Well-Being

Financial Support

Financial Aid

CASFA, the College Opportunity Fund and campus scholarships may be available for eligible students.Ìý

ÌýThe Office of Financial Aid can help students understand options and next steps.Ìý

Scholarships

Temporary Support

The Student Relief Fund provides temporary support to students who cannot access federal or state financial aid and are experiencing a financial hardship that prohibits them from obtaining their education at the University of Colorado Boulder. Students with ASSET or DACA status are encouraged to apply. Ìý

Students can apply for relief funding up to three times per year. It's not intended to provide ongoing relief for recurring expenses. These awards are grants and do not need to be repaid.Ìý

  • The grant amount will vary in response to the needs of the student but does not typically exceed $2,500.Ìý
  • Students can reach out to Guillermo and Dominique at The Center for additional support on applying.ÌýÌý

Legal Assistance

Colorado Law Immigration Law Clinic

At the Colorado Law Immigration Clinic, students and staff can consult with bilingual law students (English, Spanish, French). Consultations are free and confidential, and some government filing fees may apply.Ìý

Student Legal Services

Student Legal Services is a trusted law firm dedicated exclusively to serving the legal needs of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý students.ÌýÌý

Jobs and Careers

Career Services

Career Services can help you learn about job options and what to expect when looking for work, whether or not you have DACA. You can also find information, resources and support for all aspects of the job search process, including finding internships, interviewing, gaining professional experience and more.Ìý

Review career resources for undocumented students and schedule an appointment with a career advisor for a tailored session to address your specific needs and goals.Ìý

On-Campus Jobs and Work Study

Working on campus helps students build professional skills and connections. There are two types of student jobs:

  • : Open to all students and posted on Handshake, on and off campus.
  • Work-study jobs:Undocumented students are not eligible for federal work-study. Some ASSET students may qualify for state work-study through CASFA. The Office of Financial Aid can confirm whether a work-study job is state-funded without requiring status disclosure.

Learn more about working on campus.

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Safety, Privacy and Reporting

In an emergency, call 911. For a non-emergency on campus, call ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Police at 303-492-6666.Ìý

Learn about recommendations if you see or encounter ICE or other federal agents on campus.Ìý

Experiencing discrimination, intimidation or harassment?Ìý

If you experience or witness discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct or retaliation, support is available through the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance (OIEC). OIEC works to ensure a safe and respectful campus environment and can help you understand your options. Reports can be made with or without sharing immigration status, and staff can talk through next steps, support resources and reporting options.Ìý

You can also with the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division.Ìý

Privacy or FERPA questions?Ìý

Contact the Office of the Registrar. If you aren’t sure about reaching out directly, contact to Guillermo Ramirez or Dominique Alhambra for help.Ìý

Additional Resources

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