Resources for Undocumented Students at Orange Coast College

Join the UndocuScholars Program

PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES

• The OCC UndocuScholars Program Offers
  • Technology Loans
  • Dream Act Application Assistance
  • Scholarship Application Assistance
  • Community Resource and Campus Referrals
  • A supportive community
  • Access to a network of allies
  • Referrals to Community Organizations who offer:
    • Free Legal Consultation
    • Deportation Defense
    • Free or sliding scale health services
• Free Immigration Legal Services at OCC for Students, Staff, and Faculty

  CHIRLA is the legal service provider assigned to OCC. CHIRLA has developed scheduling, intake, and reporting processes that ensure student information remains confidential and protected. 

  All students (both credit and noncredit), staff, and faculty can access free immigration legal services. without needing to be in the UndocuScholars program. You can book an appointment at findyourally.com. Search for Orange Coast College before proceeding forth with creating an appointment and receive assistance with any of the following: Legal Consultations to Screen for Immigration Relief, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewals, Family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship applications.

  IMMIGRATION LEGAL ASSISTANCE INCLUDES:

  • Legal Consultations to Screen for Immigration Relief
  • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewals
  • Family-based petitions
  • Naturalization/Citizenship applications
• DACA FILING FEE ASSISTANCE FUND

  DACA Filing Fee Assistance Fund

  Financial assistance is available to reimburse the $555 DACA renewal application fee. This service is open to any qualifying enrolled student. Please note this service is dependent upon available funding.

  How to Request Reimbursement:

  1. Contact the UndocuScholars Center (P 714-714-7459, E undocuscholars@cccd.edu)
  2. Provide proof of renewal, including receipts and bank statement
  3. Complete paperwork provided by the UndocuScholars Center

   

  Need Help with Filing Your Renewal?

  It is recommended that you schedule an appointment with CHIRLA to ensure your renewal application is completed correctly.

  Schedule an Appointment with CHIRLA

   

  Important Reminder:

  Submit your DACA renewal requests 120 to 150 days (4 to 5 months) before the expiration date to avoid delays or issues.

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