ツ alejandriiukz ㋡ 41 Posted January 8, 2013 Help Pleasee I am going tomorrow Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 8, 2013 Select Resident Alien (immigrant), and write down both your A# and expiration date on the corresponding places. That is what I did when I applied to college and never had an issue. During the time of my application, I had a work permit and SSN ONLY, so I have been there. I am not sure how much they will scrutinize your application, if they do it, but the probability of it happening is very slim. Either way, take the chance - you won't regret it 1 pswa83 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wisedevil22 24 Posted January 8, 2013 Select Resident Alien (immigrant), and write down both your A# and expiration date on the corresponding places. That is what I did when I applied to college and never had an issue. During the time of my application, I had a work permit and SSN ONLY, so I have been there. I am not sure how much they will scrutinize your application, if they do it, but the probability of it happening is very slim. Either way, take the chance - you won't regret it So if you register for college, do they give you financial aid now that you have proven that you have a work permit ????? lets be real... we can't afford to pay for our classes because they are too expensive.... $600 and more depends the career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pswa83 302 Posted January 8, 2013 So if you register for college, do they give you financial aid now that you have proven that you have a work permit ????? lets be real... we can't afford to pay for our classes because they are too expensive.... $600 and more depends the career. some school will have private scholarships that you might be able to apply for. I know in CA, i was allowed to pay in state tuition before DACA because i attended and graduated from a CA high school. it all depends on what state you live in and what is available. the best thing to do is to talk to the financial aid department at the school your attend or want to attend. 2 Wisedevil22 and Santi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 8, 2013 So if you register for college, do they give you financial aid now that you have proven that you have a work permit ????? lets be real... we can't afford to pay for our classes because they are too expensive.... $600 and more depends the career. Sorry, but FAFSA is only awarded to Citizens and Permanent Residents. However, certain States and/or institutions will provide some form of 'Financial Aid' to individuals like ourselves. My suggestion, apply for scholarships to make sure you get a significant portion of tuition taken care of. In addition, consult with some of the other dreamers in the forum who have attended college while undocumented. Some found great individuals within the universities they attended that helped them take advantage of loop holes in FAFSA, Fin Aid offices, etc, and were able to cover the costs of tuition, room and board, among others. Roadrunner has some great insight regarding what I explained above. Hopefully, she will be so kind as to share her thoughts... 1 Wisedevil22 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wisedevil22 24 Posted January 9, 2013 Sorry, but FAFSA is only awarded to Citizens and Permanent Residents. However, certain States and/or institutions will provide some form of 'Financial Aid' to individuals like ourselves. My suggestion, apply for scholarships to make sure you get a significant portion of tuition taken care of. In addition, consult with some of the other dreamers in the forum who have attended college while undocumented. Some found great individuals within the universities they attended that helped them take advantage of loop holes in FAFSA, Fin Aid offices, etc, and where able to cover the costs of tuition, room and board, among others. Roadrunner has some great insight regarding what I explained above. Hopefully, she will be so kind as to share her thoughts... Thanks a lot man, I will take your advice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadrunner11 167 Posted January 9, 2013 Hi there, On financial aid for us. Let me tell you what I did to attend a really good private institution. First, I applied to about 8 schools including State Univerisities, private colleges and community ones. Then waited until I got their finacial letter saying how much they awarded me for merit and other stuff. By far the private institution was the best deal for me. I suggest to all DREAMERS to apply to private schools. They award more merit based scholarships than any other schools. Then, I attended every single scholarship events this school had to see if I could earn extra scholarships. I also did research on the side on private and local scholarships including those coming from private foundations. I made sure most of them were renewable. Once I had my foot in the school, I was able to afford going for a year without a problem. But the second year was the tricky one. I had to go to the financial aid office and meet with the head of the department. I explained to her my situation and how I REALLY wanted to continue my education. She pulled up my transcript and of course that helped a lot so she said to fill out FAFSA in paper as if I were able to qualify and to hand it to her. She also asked for my parents income proof and of course we qualified. What this person did was pull funds from FAFSA after everyone had been granted with their money because what happens is that apparently once the semester passes the leftover funds are free to go to any student and FAFSA doesn't require them to report back per say. I heard this happens in state universities as well. I would suggest having the courage to go talk to the financial aid person and explain exactly what your situation is. You never know you might get lucky and have a really nice person like I did. On top of scholarships, "FAFSA" I also paid for my school from my own pocket. I had 2 jobs while in college during the weekends --- NO LIFE, LAB RAT over here. So I gave up partying for the most part .. yes sometimes I decided I needed a break.. and paid for a good chunk of my education. My parents also helped with a payment plan every year. You can set them up with the school or a private company. They charge like $60 for enrolling and split the payments during the school year. Summary - Going to college was not easy I had to SACRIFICE a lot including a social life some semesters. Do I regret it NO! - Apply to a ton of schools. - Look for scholarships, attend scholarship events - write awesome essays to get scholarshios - Get a job and save, keep the job during college - Get good grades - Meet with finacial aid and explain situation - Set up a payment plan - Work hard and finish no matter what! Anyways that is how I was able to graduate from an awesome school in a nut shell. 2 Wisedevil22 and JayhOR24 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 9, 2013 Hi there, On financial aid for us. Let me tell you what I did to attend a really good private institution. First, I applied to about 8 schools including State Univerisities, private colleges and community ones. Then waited until I got their finacial letter saying how much they awarded me for merit and other stuff. By far the private institution was the best deal for me. I suggest to all DREAMERS to apply to private schools. They award more merit based scholarships than any other schools. Then, I attended every single scholarship events this school had to see if I could earn extra scholarships. I also did research on the side on private and local scholarships including those coming from private foundations. I made sure most of them were renewable. Once I had my foot in the school, I was able to afford going for a year without a problem. But the second year was the tricky one. I had to go to the financial aid office and meet with the head of the department. I explained to her my situation and how I REALLY wanted to continue my education. She pulled up my transcript and of course that helped a lot so she said to fill out FAFSA in paper as if I were able to qualify and to hand it to her. She also asked for my parents income proof and of course we qualified. What this person did was pull funds from FAFSA after everyone had been granted with their money because what happens is that apparently once the semester passes the leftover funds are free to go to any student and FAFSA doesn't require them to report back per say. I heard this happens in state universities as well. I would suggest having the courage to go talk to the financial aid person and explain exactly what your situation is. You never know you might get lucky and have a really nice person like I did. On top of scholarships, "FAFSA" I also paid for my school from my own pocket. I had 2 jobs while in college during the weekends --- NO LIFE, LAB RAT over here. So I gave up partying for the most part .. yes sometimes I decided I needed a break.. and paid for a good chunk of my education. My parents also helped with a payment plan every year. You can set them up with the school or a private company. They charge like $60 for enrolling and split the payments during the school year. Anyways that is how I was able to graduate an awesome school in a nut shell. Beautiful tale of perseverance and being resourceful. However, that does not change the fact that you are a SUPER CREEPER! 1 roadrunner11 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadrunner11 167 Posted January 9, 2013 Her makeup is exactly what I like 1 ツ alejandriiukz ㋡ reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 9, 2013 Thanks a lot man, I will take your advice. No problem - I do what I can... BTW - Woodlawn Heights, 233th st and Bx River Pkwy...ring a bell? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rociomagdalenaa 11 Posted January 9, 2013 Thank you so much @roadrunner11 I feel so stuck cause I can't find any scholarships. And I will be going to talk to my financial aid advisor this week. 1 roadrunner11 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wisedevil22 24 Posted January 10, 2013 No problem - I do what I can... BTW - Woodlawn Heights, 233th st and Bx River Pkwy...ring a bell? Explain lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wisedevil22 24 Posted January 10, 2013 Her makeup is exactly what I like Thanks you darling, I will remember this! 2 taramo35 and roadrunner11 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 10, 2013 Explain lol I lived there for a while... First I lived in the South Bronx (Crotona park, close to Southern Blvd and Boston Rd - about 5 mins from the zoo/Fordham), and then I lived by Woodlawn Cemetery, south from Yonkers. Also, when taking the scenic route, I used to drive down the Bx River Pkwy, on to Bruckner, and would cross into the city by the RFK bridge, and would get off on Harlem to take Park Ave south... See? New Yorker by heart son! 1 Wisedevil22 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wisedevil22 24 Posted January 10, 2013 I lived there for a while... First I lived in the South Bronx (Crotona park, close to Southern Blvd and Boston Rd - about 5 mins from the zoo/Fordham), and then I lived by Woodlawn Cemetery, south from Yonkers. Also, when taking the scenic route, I used to drive down the Bx River Pkwy, on to Bruckner, and would cross into the city by the RFK bridge, and would get off on Harlem to take Park Ave south... See? New Yorker by heart son! Lol dont make me school you... Harlem? now we talking. I'm from Wash Height... YES I am a true Dominican lol 1 Santi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 10, 2013 Lol dont make me school you... Harlem? now we talking. I'm from Wash Height... YES I am a true Dominican lol Dime loco que lo que?? Dejame decite una baina loco, a mi en el Bronx me decian el Matatannn! LOL Ya tu saaa... 1 Wisedevil22 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wisedevil22 24 Posted January 10, 2013 Dime loco que lo que?? Dejame decite una baina loco, a mi en el Bronx me decian el Matatannn! LOL Ya tu saaa... Manin pero tu sabe que uno siempre ta Alantee... lmfao., you not dominican son, you look PR or Colombian. 1 Santi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 10, 2013 Manin pero tu sabe que uno siempre ta Alantee... lmfao., you not dominican son, you look PR or Colombian. Colombian, but have many Dominican friends, and hanged out with a couple of Dominicans in NY...Asi que ta too manin, ta tooo! Me decian el Meyeme o SantiCumbe lmfao jk! (En belen con lo patore loco) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
taramo35 27 Posted January 10, 2013 Tan locos ! Lol That's very helpful ... When I finish hs I started working because I thought I couldn't go to college because of my situation so after a year I educated myself and asked a lot of questions after that I kept working and going to night classes . The hardest thing in my life but I managed to pay my classes. I'm taking an undergraduate program on computer aided design ( I wanna become a mechanical engineer ) I only need one more class to get a certificate so I can get a job ..and eventually I can become a engineer ;( All this is really hard I applied for " the dream act " here in California but I still had to pay like 160 for each class plus books and EVEYTHING else So my schedule for almost 2 years was; Work from 6 to 5:30 School from 7 to 10 Monday thru Thursday Anything is possible and I hope one day I can transfer to an university Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santi 353 Posted January 10, 2013 Tan locos ! Lol That's very helpful ... When I finish hs I started working because I thought I couldn't go to college because of my situation so after a year I educated myself and asked a lot of questions after that I kept working and going to night classes . The hardest thing in my life but I managed to pay my classes. I'm taking an undergraduate program on computer aided design ( I wanna become a mechanical engineer ) I only need one more class to get a certificate so I can get a job ..and eventually I can become a engineer ;( All this is really hard I applied for " the dream act " here in California but I still had to pay like 160 for each class plus books and EVEYTHING else So my schedule for almost 2 years was; Work from 6 to 5:30 School from 7 to 10 Monday thru Thursday Anything is possible and I hope one day I can transfer to an university You will - You have shown commitment and determination so far, and that goes a long way. Just don't wish to transfer to a University, or say 'I want...' for that matter... Instead, visualize it. See yourself in it. DO IT. Better yet, see yourself as an Eng Graduate! 1 itzel reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
