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1 AFFORDING COLLEGE For High School Students

2 OVERVIEW During High-School Approaching College Scholarships Private Sponsorship Jobs Businesses Online Tools Creative Alternatives

3 BACKGROUND Assembly Bill 540 (AB540) October 2001 Authorizes (undocumented) students to pay instate tuition at CA public colleges and universities Requirements: Ø Attendance at CA high school for 3 or more years Ø Graduation from a CA high school or attained the equivalent of a high school diploma Ø Registration or current enrollment at an accredited institution of higher education in CA Ø Affidavit, stating that they will apply for legal residency as soon as possible Source: STUDENT DEMAND FOR EQUITY IN EDUCATION

4 BACKGROUND Community Colleges Annual In- State Tuition $26/unit Annual Out-of- State Tuition $231/unit California State University University of California $4,500 - $5,500 $12,000 $11,618 $34,496

5 DURING HIGH SCHOOL

6 COLLEGE CREDITS Reduce your time in College Advaned Placement (AP) Programs Passing AP Test = College Credit Take Community College Classes with transferable credits Free for High School Students Concurrent Enrollment Summer Classes

7 PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES Private institutions do not use federal funds for financial aid They give generous scholarships Some undocumented students receive full-ride scholarships Harvard, Yale, Claremont Colleges, etc. Highly selective and admission rates are low AB 540 does not apply to private universities

8 APPROACHING COLLEGE

9 TUITION

10 SCHOLARSHIPS Search and apply as early as you can Ones that are awarded regardless of citizenship status Take your time in writing/applying Range from $100 to $10,000

11 SCHOLARSHIPS Online resources MALDEF.org SALEF.org AB540.com IDEASLA.org FastWeb.com QuestBridge.org Search Engines Writing Competitions Join a LISTSERV

12 SCHOLARSHIPS Many scholarships require SSN, but some accept ITIN Contact the scholarship Not required to disclose immigration status

13 SCHOLARSHIPS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number ITIN 9-digit ID number issued by Internal Revenue Service (IRS) For foreign individuals who are required to have tax ID number but are not eligible to have a Social Security Number (SSN)

14 SCHOLARSHIPS Getting an ITIN Your parents file their annual tax income and include you as a dependent Fill out the W-7 form from the IRS (online) Provide a country of origin ID (matricula) and school ID Proof of non-u.s. birth (Birth Certificate)

15 PRIVATE SPONSORSHIP Persuading a teacher, counselor, family friend, distant family member, etc. to sponsor your education Full-Year Tuition, 1 Quarter Books, Basic Needs, etc. Expand your social network Maintain a good relationship

16 PRIVATE SPONSORSHIP Record of Accomplishments Awards & Honors From your school, honors society, community member SAT and AP Test Scores Updated Résumé or Curriculum Vitae Community Service Employment Supplementary Experience Peer-Counseling, School Newspaper, etc.

17 PRIVATE SPONSORSHIP Sponsorship Letter Maintain Professional Tone Use the Active Voice Highlight Achievements Keep It Brief (1-2 pages at most) Leave your contact information Use a professional address

18 JOB & EMPLOYMENT Most employment opportunities require SSN ITIN is allowed by some employers Ask people you know if they have job opportunities for you For Undocumented Students Housecleaning Babysitting or petsitting Athletic Trainer Personal Assistant Research Studies Summer Jobs Persistent Volunteering

19 PERSONAL BUSINESS Make your own business Think outside the box Be prepared to: Commute Spend some money Provide personal background

20 PERSONAL BUSINESS Tutoring Average Rate: $15 - $50 per hour A subject of your expertise Math, Physics, English, Foreign Language Special Tests AP Tutor, SAT Reasoning and Subject Test Maintain Good Grades and High Test Scores

21 PERSONAL BUSINESS Special Abilities Music Teacher Average Rate: $30 - $100 per hour Piano, Guitar, Violin, Saxophone, Drums Voice Lessons Ability to read music: Music theory Dance Teacher $20 - $60 per session Ballet, Jazz Athletic Trainer $20 - $40 per session Swimming, Cycling, Tennis

22 PERSONAL BUSINESS Arts & Crafts Decorate shirts with your own design Paint and Draw Knit scarves, sweaters, bags, etc. Crochet Embroidery Cross stitch

23 PERSONAL BUSINESS Car wash Food sales Bake cakes and pastries Breakfast fundraiser Create your own diner at home Ask your school to let you sell food

24 PERSONAL BUSINESS Yard sale Books and DVDs Clothes, Jewelry, Shoes Home appliance Online Options Create an account and become a merchant

25 PERSONAL BUSINESS Market yourself.com Make flyers for your neighborhood Ask your school

26 ONLINE TOOLS Social Networking Professional Facebook Sponsorship letter online Record of Accomplishments Updated Résumé

27 ONLINE TOOLS Paypal Bank Account is needed For donations through credit card/checking account 2% of proceeds go to Paypal Linked to professional Facebook

28 SCHOOL ESSENTIALS

29 BOOKS Textbooks Rental BarnesAndNoble.com, Chegg.com Used Amazon.com BarnesAndNoble.com Ask friends who have taken the same class Split costs and share with a friend Library

30 ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES Campus Transportation Program Subsidized Bus Pass Food Services for Low-Income Students Paid Research/Survey Participation Check free campus services

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