Student Services
Undocumented Students

Undocumented Students

Coastline College strives to provide equitable access to education for all of our students. In accordance with California law, AB 540 and the California Dream Act, undocumented students have access to resident tuition fees and financial aid.

Dream Resource Program (DRP)

The Dream Resource Program provides both in-person and remote assistance to students with undocumented/mixed legal status. Join our hybrid drop-in sessions, participate in our text/phone call check-ins, and attend our workshops and events. We are here to support and help you find the resources that work best for you.

DRP Services

Advocacy
College & Community Resources
Career Exploration
Legal clinics
Mentorship
Networking Opportunities
One-on-one appointments with DRP Specialist
Workshops/Events

You can also receive assistance / referrals with the following:

Coastline Application
Financial Aid/California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
Free Immigration legal services/resources and referrals
College, Community and State-wide resources/referrals for students impacted
by their undocumented/mixed legal status
Residency/AB540 Forms (California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Form)
Researching scholarships and financial aid

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Message the DRP

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Mission & Vision

Mission

To provide equitable services that meet the needs and interests of our undocumented/mixed status students. We aim to maximize the personal and academic opportunities of our students in partnership with the college and community organizations. Our goal is to increase the engagement and retention of our Dream students by providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment.
Vision

Events and Workshops

Fall 2024 Semester

View the Student Calendar for a full list of college events.

09/20 - Create a Vision Board
10/14 - UndocuSocial - Arts & Crafts
10/15 - Know Your Rights by CHIRLA
10/16 - UndocuStartup Bootcamp #1 (Coast District Entrepreneurship Series)
10/29 - Virtual Legal Consultation Day | Free Legal Services by CHIRLA
10/30 - UndocuStartup Bootcamp #2 (Coast District Entrepreneurship Series)
11/05 - UndocuStories Info Session: Undocumented and Mixed Legal Status Student Experience
11/12 - Naturalization Presentation by CHIRLA
11/13 - UndocuStartup Bootcamp #3 (Coast District Entrepreneurship Series)
11/19 - Virtual Legal Consultation Day | Free Legal Services by CHIRLA
12/06 - End of Semester Social

Program Differences

What is the difference between AB 540, the California Dream Act, & DACA?

DACA, AB 540 and the California Dream Act are not the same. In the state of California, the unwinding of DACA does NOT impact a student's ability to attend college, qualify for exemption from non-resident tuition fees, or apply for financial aid.

AB540 (Assembly Bill 540)

Allows qualified students to pay resident fees at California colleges and universities.
This is not the same as the California Dream Act. Students who wish to be considered for the CA Dream Act must apply separately.

California Dream Act

The California Dream Act Application allows students enrolled in eligible California Colleges, Universities and Career Education Programs to apply for state financial aid.
This application is unrelated to DACA.
California Dream Act applications are reviewed by the state of California. Information from this application is not shared with the federal government.

DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)

Grants two-year worker authorization and temporary relief of deportation.
DACA applications are reviewed by the federal government.
Provides temporary Social Security card for work only.
Does not grant U.S. Citizenship.

Campus Resources

For general questions about DACA/Dream Act/Undocumented Student Support and Resources, contact:

Dalia Zetina, Dream Resource Program: Location: Mondays & Wednesdays Newport Beach Campus | Fridays Student Services Center in Fountain Valley; Hours: 8am - 5pm; Phone: (714) 241-6003; Email: dzetina@cccd.edu

For questions about Financial Aid under the California Dream Act, contact:

Jenny Vu, Financial Aid: Location: Student Services Center in Fountain Valley; Phone: (714) 241-6100 x84770; Email: jvu@coastline.edu

Coastline Undocu-Allies

Javier Alcala, Admissions & Records jalcala@coastline.edu
Carlos Amescua, Program Director, Student Leadership, Engagement & Global Citizenship jamescua@cccd.edu
Evelyn Hernandez, Financial Aid Specialist ehernandez140@coastline.edu
Mariana Ocampo, Student Retention & Re-engagement Office mocampo23@cccd.edu
Anita Russell, Admissions & Records Specialist Senior arussell@coastline.edu
Natalie Schonfeld, Dean of Students nschonfeld@coastline.edu
Lexi Thicksten, Student Life Student Assistant sthicksten.s@cccd.edu
Paolo Varquez, Career Services pvarquez@coastline.edu
Helen Ward, Transfer Serivces hward@coastline.edu
Dalia Zetina, Dream Resource Program Specialist dzetina@cccd.edu