Undocumented Student Resources

• If an immigration officer approaches you on campus to ask for your personal information, please know you do not have to answer any questions or disclose any information regarding where you were born or how you entered the United States. Please direct any immigration officers to the Office of your College President or the Office of the District Chancellor.  If you have questions, concerns, or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to your college’s administration, or student resource offices. You can also reach out to your campus counseling center for confidential support and guidance.  For more information, please visit https://www.yccd.edu/board/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ 
• All people in the U.S., whether citizen or non-citizen, have certain rights under the U.S. Constitution and other laws. They are the following: 
  • You have the right to refuse consent for immigration or the police to search yourself, your car or your home.  
  • You have the right to remain silent. If you want to exercise that right, you should say it out loud.  
  • If you are not a U.S. citizen, you have the right to call the consulate of your home country. Immigration and police must let your consulate visit or speak with you.  
  • You have the right to speak to an attorney before answering any questions. You may say, “I will remain silent until I speak to an attorney.”
  • You do not have to sign anything that you do not understand.  
  • You have the right to a copy of all your immigration papers.  
• RED Cards: All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The ILRC's red cards give examples of how people can exercise these rights in real situations, such as when ICE agents go to a home. However, they do not provide individualized legal advice. Community members are encouraged to check in with a trusted legal service provider for questions about their situation. 
• See below for more Know Your Rights Resources:
  • Immigrant Legal Resource Center State Legislation Copycat Briefing
  • Rapid Response California List
  • Family Preparedness Plan (public advisory)
  • Toolkit to Assist People Facing Expanded Expedited Removal
  • 10 Things Noncitizen Protestors Need to Know
  • Know Your Rights cards in 9 languages
  • Know Your Rights Videos

• Currently, undocumented students do NOT qualify for any federal financial aid but may qualify for state aid and scholarships under AB 130 and AB 131.  AB 130 and AB 131 allow students who meet AB540 criteria to become eligible to apply for state-funded financial aid.  Undocumented students who have applied and been admitted to Yuba College should review the AB-540 criteria to determine their eligibility to pay in-state tuition. If eligible, a California nonresident tuition exemption form should be filled out and submitted to the Admissions Office.  AB 540/ SB 68 eligibility, increases the options of state financial aid. Not all AB 540 students are undocumented immigrants.  Citizens and permanent residents who would otherwise be classified as residents of other states who meet AB 540 criteria can qualify as California residents for tuition purposes and any financial aid benefits. Visit the CSAC California Dream Act website for more information. 
• AB 540 Eligibility Requirements:
  • Must have attended a California high school for 3 or more full academic years (between grades 9 through 12, inclusive and does not need to be consecutive years); AB2000 modifies this section, to also include students who attain credits in a California high school equivalent to 3 or more years of full-time high school coursework and a total of 3 or more years of attendance in California elementary schools, secondary schools, or a combination of those schools. 
  • Must have or will graduate from a California high school or have attained a G.E.D.; or received a passing mark on the California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE); 
  • Must register or is currently enrolled at an accredited institution of public higher education in California; 
  • Must file the CA Nonresident Exemption Request as required by individual institutions, stating that the filer will apply for legal residency as soon as possible
  • Must not hold a valid non-immigrant visa (F, J, H, L, A, E, etc.) 
  • If you meet these criteria visit Yuba College Admissions Office and complete the AB-540 Affidavit form. 
• DACA recipients should apply for financial aid through the CA Dream Act application only.  Understanding all the financial aid options and requirements is challenging for all students. Our Yuba College Financial Aid team is here to help you! Visiting or speaking with our financial aid office is your first step in getting help! Luckily they have a student liaison to help you with resources for students with an undocumented status. You can speak to financial aid through phone, Zoom, or in-person; find their contact information on their Financial Aid website.
• Campus Support Programs:  consider applying for Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS).  EOPS extends the opportunity of attending higher education to those from educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.  EOPS staff is committed to working with each student so that they can reach their educational, career, and life goals.  Undocumented students who are eligible for AB540 and the California College Promise Grant may apply for EOPS. To apply for the California College Promise Grant, fill out the California DREAM Act Application. 
  • Please note: CA College Promise Grant does NOT have a March 2nd deadline; students may continue to apply throughout the academic year.

• California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation – Call (530) 742-5191 or email info@crlaf.org.
  • MARYSVILLE
  • Address: 511 D Street Marysville, CA 95901 United States
  • Phone
  • (530) 742-5191
  • Directions
• California Immigrant Policy Center
• Mexican-American Legal Defence and Education Fund (MALDEF)
• UC Davis School of Law Immigration Law Clinic
• The Informed Immigrant – FAQ’s

• Amnesty International
• California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office – Resources for Undocumented Students
• California Immigrant Policy Center – Call (916) 448-6762 or email info@caimmigrant.org.
• Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
• Council on American Islamic Council Relations
• International Rescue Committee Sacramento – Call (916) 482-0120 or email northerncalifornia@rescue.org.
• Immigrant Legal Resource Center
• Immigrants Rising
• Jewish Community Relations Council
• Immigration Advocates Network
• Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
• My Undocumented Life
• National Immigration Law Center – Call (213) 639-3900 or email reply@nilc.org.
• National Immigrant Justice Center
• United We Dream

Faculty and Staff Resources and Questions

• Immigrant Rising is a great resource for anyone to start to learn more. Specifically, there information on Overview of Undocumented Students website is helpful. Explore the entire Immigrant Rising website for more resources. As you read and learn more, ensure that you remain open to understand each student individually, as there is no universal undocumented student experience.

• The student may be in crisis for many different reasons and they have chosen you as a trusted person. If you are comfortable, you are always able to help the student emotionally. You should familiarize yourself with the resources that exist for students:
  • Timely Care: FREE, 24/7 access to virtual care services for mental health. Find more information on the Yuba College Timely Care website!
  • Legal Services: Legal consultation or services may be the best help for the student. Yuba College's free legal provider is Immigrant Legal Defense. They can help with a number of services and can be found through FindYourAlly.com