• USS Graduate Student Aid

    Student Aid for UC San Diego undocumented graduate students

    Application closes Nov. 22, 2026 at 11:59 pm 

    • A graduate student with current enrollment at UC San Diego for the current academic year in which you apply. UC San Diego Extended Studies student are not eligible to apply.

    • Ineligible for federal financial aid (e.g., Pell Grants, Direct Loans).

    • Have AB 540 California Non-Resident Tuition Exemption.

    • Have a California Dream Act (CADAA) Application on file.
      • You must complete the 2026–2027 California Dream Act Application (CADAA) to be eligible. Applicants without a completed CADAA on file will not be considered. If you have already submitted your application but it is not reflected in your financial aid package, please submit a ticket to the Financial Aid Office to resolve the issue.

    • Demonstrate sufficient financial need.

    • Must not complete the graduate/professional program before aid is disbursed. (We can't give you the aid if you've graduated)

    • Award amounts will vary between $1,000-$6,000.

    • Aid will be disbursed during the Winter quarter. Aid may take up to six weeks to be disbursed if chosen as a recipient. 

    • One application per student. Multiple requests will not be accepted.


    Questions: undoc@ucsd.edu

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