MPC is committed to ensuring opportunities are available to all students, regardless
of citizenship status. If you are a student who is undocumented or from a mixed-status
household, MPC provides many free and confidential support services for you.Campus Resources
- Request Help: undocu@mpc.edu
Dreamers in Action Student Association
Dreamers in Action helps create a safe and welcoming environment for every student no matter their residency status. Meet other undocumented students and allies in a safe space, and access tools for achieving your educational and personal goals through free informational sessions and workshops. Develop leadership skills and forge new connections at outreach events.
Workshops & Programs:
- Know Your Rights Training
- UndocuAlly Training
- Undocu-College Success Workshops
- Dream Act Application Workshop
- DACA Renewal Clinics
All undocumented students and allies are welcome at our meetings! For time & location, contact us: dreamersinaction@mpc.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
The information a student shares with a college or university is protected by federal law and cannot be shared with anyone, including immigration officials. The Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prevents schools from releasing students’ education records, including information about immigration status, except in exceptional circumstances.
Yes, undocumented students can go to any public college or university in California if they meet admissions requirements. Undocumented students cannot be denied admission based on their immigration status.
Undocumented students can pay in-state tuition if they meet the residency requirements for tuition purposes under AB540.
Yes! Undocumented students may qualify for scholarships and/or state financial aid. For complete information, visit Undocumented Resource Center Financial Assistance.
Undocumented students can pay in-state tuition if they meet the residency requirements for tuition purposes under AB540.
Undocumented students are able to continue their education at public California universities. Please look at the following sites for more information:
The California Dream Act allows undocumented and nonresident documented students who meet certain provisions to apply for and receive private scholarships funded through public universities, state administered financial aid, university grants, community college fee waivers, and Cal Grants.
Students can fill out the Dream Act Application here. Contact us if you need assistance.
The California Dream Act allows certain undocumented students to apply and receive state financial aid and receive scholarships funded through private donors.
The Federal DREAM (Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors) Act is a federal proposal that, if passed, would provide qualifying undocumented individuals with a legal path to citizenship. This has not been passed in Congress.
CA Assembly Bill 540 (AB540) is a California law passed in 2001 which allows certain non-resident students to receive reduced in-state tuition at public colleges and universities (CCC, CSU, UC).
- AB540 does NOT grant legal residency to qualifying students.
- AB540 does NOT grant state or federal financial aid.
- AB540 only provides an exemption to the requirements of paying nonresident tuition for students who qualify.
To learn whether you’re eligible for AB 540 benefits, visit Undocumented Resource Center Financial Assistance for detailed information.
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program was a 2012 executive order that provided undocumented young people (who meet certain criteria) a two year temporary administrative relief from deportation, and authorization to work in the U.S.
In 2017, the Trump administration ended DACA. After a series of lawsuits filed against the administration for unlawfully terminating the program, the Supreme Court ordered the continuation of DACA applications.
Currently (as of September of 2024), DACA renewal applications are being accepted, but no initial applications are being accepted at this time.
Please contact us so we may connect you with an accredited legal representative to provide free assistance with your individual circumstances and eligibility for DACA.