Undocumented Student Rights
Regardless of immigration status the student can apply for admission to a public college or university in California. The law allows students the following rights regardless of immigration status:
- Public colleges and universities in California cannot discriminate in admission based on a student’s immigration status.
- Students are not required to show an ID or Social Security Card for admission.
- Students are not required to show proof of legal U.S. residency in the review of a college application.
AB 540 and undocumented students enrolled at Laney College, have the right to access the same general services as other students.
These services include:
- Tutoring Services
- Disabled Student Program and Services
- Counseling
- Admissions and Enrollment
- Financial Aid [check back periodically for updates regarding the Cal Grant Dream Application]
- Health Services
East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) provides free legal services to low-income immigrants on a wide range of immigration issues. Click here to make an appointment today!