Undocumented Student Resources
Triton College is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students, regardless of background and immigration status, have access to educational opportunities and resources. We recognize that undocumented students face challenges that go beyond academics and finances—challenges that are deeply personal and impacting their families and communities. Therefore, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where all students feel valued and empowered to achieve their academic and personal goals.
Below are resources, opportunities, and support systems to help undocumented students navigate their college journey in a safe and inclusive space.
Know Your Rights/Conozca Sus Derechos
- Know Your Rights
- Conozca Sus Derechos
- National Immigration Justice Center – Know Your Rights: If you Encounter ICE
The Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid
Illinois has Financial Aid options for non-citizens
On June 21, 2019, the Retention of Illinois Students and Equity (RISE) Act was signed into law, with an effective date of January 1, 2020. As described in the enacting legislation, the Act provides that “a student who is an Illinois resident and who is not otherwise eligible for federal financial aid, including, but not limited to, a transgender student who is disqualified for failure to register for selective service or a noncitizen student who has not obtained lawful permanent residence, shall be eligible for state financial aid and benefits…”
Under the legislation, students who are unable to apply for a Federal Pell Grant may now apply for the State of Illinois MAP grant through completion of the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid. The Alternative Application provides a pathway for state aid only. The data from the application will be used to calculate a Student Aid Index (SAI) and determine students' eligibility for the State of Illinois MAP Grant.
HOW TO APPLY:
Pre-screening questions at the beginning of the application will help students determine which application (Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid vs. FAFSA) should be completed.
The Alternative Application is not compatible with mobile devices.
Click HERE to apply. For more information, check out the ISAC FAQs.
Resources for Undocumented Students, Families, and Community Members
We Have Rights/Tenemos Derechos
Emergency and Safety Plans/Planes de Emergencia
Know Your Rights Cards/Tarjetas de Conozca Sus Derecho
Legal Assistance Resources/Recursos de Asistencia Legal
Additional Resources/Recursos Adicionales
- Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights
- Immigrants Rising
- Informed Immigrant
- Resource Sheet for Immigrants
- Undocumented Resources for Educators, Parents, Students, and College Graduates
- Undocumented Student’s Guide
- My Undocumented Life
- Immigration Legal Resource Center
Scholarships
- Triton Scholarships
- MALDEF
- Hispanic Scholarships Fund
- Golden Door
- Thedream.us
- U.S Hispanic Leadership Institute
- Fastweb
- Illinois Dream Fund
Contact Information
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Olivia Garcia |