Undocumented Student Resources

Undocumented and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students do not qualify for federal financial aid. However, there are resources to help students fund their education.

Through the passage of the Illinois Retention for Illinois Students & Equity Act (also known as the RISE Act), students might be eligible for state financial aid through the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid. For further information or to get help completing the application, please call the LARES office at (312) 996-3356 to schedule an appointment with a LARES Academic Advisor.

Undocumented Student Scholarships

If qualified, undocumented and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students are eligible to apply for any of the LARES scholarships available. Please visit the LARES Scholarships page to review available scholarships.

Students might also be eligible for scholarships from private foundations or community organizations. Below is a list of scholarships that are open to undocumented students.