TheDream.US National Scholarship Opening Soon
Offered by TheDream.US
About This Scholarship
TheDream.US is the nation's largest college access and success program for undocumented students, who are shut out of federal aid entirely — no FAFSA, no Pell, no federal loans. It was founded in 2014 by former Washington Post owner Donald Graham, journalist Amanda Bennett, former U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez, and Henry R. Muñoz III, and has provided more than 10,000 scholarships to Dreamers at close to 80 partner colleges across 20-plus states and Washington, D.C.
The National Scholarship covers up to $33,000 in tuition and fees toward a bachelor's degree at a partner college, plus up to $6,000 for books, supplies, and transportation. The award renews annually through degree completion, with eligibility re-verified each June.
Both graduating high school seniors and community college students can apply, with or without DACA or TPS. Applicants must have arrived in the U.S. before November 1, 2020 and before age 16, carry at least a 2.5 GPA, show significant unmet financial need, and qualify for in-state tuition at a partner college. Applications open November 1 and close February 28, with award notifications in late April.
Eligibility
- Undocumented immigrant student, with or without DACA or TPS
- Arrived in the U.S. before November 1, 2020, and before age 16
- High school senior (or recent graduate) or community college student with a 2.5+ cumulative GPA
- Significant unmet financial need
- Intend to enroll full-time in an associate or bachelor's program at one of ~80 partner colleges
How To Apply
- Confirm a partner college near you (or an online partner program) at thedream.us
- Complete the online application between November 1 and the late-February deadline
- Award notifications go out in late April
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need DACA to apply?
No. The scholarship is open to undocumented students regardless of DACA or TPS status, as long as you meet the arrival-date requirements and other eligibility criteria.
Can I use it at any college?
No — you must enroll at one of TheDream.US's roughly 80 partner colleges, chosen partly because they offer in-state tuition rates to scholars. Check the partner list before applying.