Apply for Aid: DACA or Dreamer Students
Are you ready to be a Wildcat? We’re eager to help you get there. Follow these steps to start.
The University of Arizona defines DACA/Dreamer Applicants as:
- Non-US citizens currently in the United States who do not hold an immigration or student visa
- Individuals not defined as a permanent resident, asylee, or refugee
- Brought to the US by parents or other relatives and were under age 16 at the time of arrival
- May or may not have filed DACA paperwork with the U.S. Government
Tuition for DACA Students
Qualifying, non-citizen Arizona high school graduates are able to receive in-state tuition at Arizona universities and community colleges.
1. Apply for Admission at The University of Arizona
When you submit your admission application, you are considered for:
- University of Arizona Admission
- Merit Scholarships (deadline April 1, 2025)
Learn more about applying to the University of Arizona as a DACA/Dreamer student.
2. Monitor your Catmail for an Invitation to Complete the CSS Profile
The CSS Profile provides a pathway, for those who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA, to be reviewed for non-federal institutional aid. After you apply for admission, our office will reach out via email with an invitation to complete the CSS Profile. Invitations are sent out weekly to qualifying students. Admitted students for Fall 2024 will begin to receive notices from our office in mid- Spring.
DACA/Dreamer students continue to be ineligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid including any institutional aid that requires the submission of a valid, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
3. Explore Scholarship Opportunities
Immigrant Student Resource Center
DACA students are eligible for the President’s Directed Scholarship Fund. For more information about the President’s Directed Scholarship Fund or if you’d like additional support understanding your rights as a DACA student, get in touch with the Immigrant Student Resource Center.
Scholarship Universe
Scholarship Universe (SU) is our scholarship-matching tool for admitted University of Arizona students. SU connects Wildcats to millions of dollars in internal and external scholarships.
TheDream.US
The University of Arizona is a proud partner with TheDream.US, the nation's largest college access and success program for undocumented youth. This partnership reflects our deep commitment to provding inclusiv, equitable access to higher education and empowering students to achieve theri academic and career goals.
Scholarship Consideration
To be considered for TheDream.US Scholarship, Arizona resident applicants must be admitted as a degree seeking first-year or Transfer student on Arizona’s Main Campus for Fall 2025 and meet additional criteria as outlined by TheDream.US.
Application:
The application for the 2025-2026 Scholarship opened on November 1, 2024. We encourage all eligible students to explore this opportunity. Deadline is February 28, 2025.
Support and Guidance
Our College Contact Team is here to support you through the application process and educational journey. We work collaboratively to ensure a smooth, rewarding experience for all scholars who choose to study at the University of Arizona.
For further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team.