TheDream.US National Scholarship

TheDream.US

Deadline: February 28, 2027

Amount

Up to $18,000 (associate) or $36,000 (bachelor's) for tuition and fees, plus up to $6,000 in stipends

Location

National (Partner Colleges, including CUNY)

Cost

Free

Class level

High school, Community college, Freshman, Sophomore

Minimum GPA

2.5

The largest scholarship program in the U.S. for undocumented students, with or without DACA or TPS. It pays tuition and fees at a Partner College (CUNY colleges are partners) and renews every year until you finish your bachelor's.

Why it matters

This is the one scholarship designed from the ground up for Dreamers who cannot get federal aid. If you fit the profile, it can pay for your whole degree.

Who can apply

DACA / TPSUndocumented students

Only for students who are currently undocumented, with or without DACA or TPS.

Eligibility

First-generation immigrant student who is undocumented, has or had DACA or TPS, or has a pending immigration application. Came to the U.S. before November 1, 2021, entered before age 16, and has lived in the U.S. continuously since. Not eligible for federal aid (FAFSA) and does not hold a student, visitor, work or other temporary visa: international students are not eligible. U.S. high school diploma or equivalency. High school GPA of 2.5 or better, and college GPA of 2.5 or better if you have credits. Must enroll full-time at a Partner College (CUNY colleges are partners) in fall 2027 or spring 2028.

What you need

• Undocumented, with current or past DACA or TPS, or a pending immigration application
• Came to the U.S. before November 1, 2021 and entered before age 16
• Not eligible for federal aid (FAFSA) and no temporary visa
• U.S. high school diploma or equivalency
• GPA of 2.5 or higher (high school, and college if you have credits)
• Full-time enrollment at a Partner College (CUNY is one)

How to apply

Apply on thedream.us between November 1, 2026 and February 28, 2027. Prepare transcripts, proof of high school graduation and a short essay. CUNY colleges are Partner Colleges: check the National Partner College List.

Open November 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027.