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Undocumented Students Services

Helpful Links for Prospective Students


The CSU is deeply committed to ensuring academic opportunities are available to all California students, regardless of citizenship status. 

Nonresident students (including US citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented individuals, including students with a T visa U visa, DACA, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile visa holder, VAWA, or TPS) may be exempted from paying nonresident tuition (out-of-state tuition). Students seeking the AB 540 Exemption must satisfy attendance and graduation/transfer requirements from a California school (e.g., K-12, adult school, and community college). Students must have a CSU California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Request form (AB 540 form) with official transcripts on file with the campus admissions office and remain classified as nonresidents.

Please visit the Residency for Tuition Purposes page for more information. Undocumented Students Services does not process this information but can help refer you if you have any questions.

You are eligible to complete the CADAA if you:

The CA Dream Act Application often referred to as CADAA,  is California’s state financial aid application operated by CSAC. For up-to-date information and FAQ's please visit the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) website.

 

Students may be eligible for financial aid such as: state and university grants, community college fee waivers, Cal Grants, and private scholarships.

  • Start by visiting the CADAA page and create an account and make sure to file it on-time each year by March 2nd.
  • For students enrolling Fall 2025, the 2025-26 CADAA has a priority deadline of April 2nd, 2025.
  • Submit your application here.