Resources for DACA and Undocumented Students
We are here to empower all students to reach their full potential, including undocumented student immigrants and students who qualify as Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
Admissions
Clatsop Community College has an open-door admission policy, which means if you want to earn your education through us, we’re glad to have you. CCC does not require a Social Security Number (SSN) for admission. Our Admissions Department is here to help you get started!
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid Opportunities
Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA)
ORSAA is an alternative to the FAFSA for undocumented Oregon students, including students who have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status or Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
- Oregon Opportunity Grant
The Oregon Opportunity Grant is Oregon’s largest state-funded, need-based grant program for students planning to go to college. You can apply by submitting the ORSAA. - Oregon Promise
The Oregon Promise is a state grant that helps cover most tuition costs at any Oregon community college for recent high school graduates and GED recipients. You can apply by submitting the ORSAA and submitting an Oregon Promise application in the OSAC Student Portal.
Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) Scholarships
OSAC provides more than 500 scholarships for students. You don’t need to be a merit scholar or a student with financial need to apply. All types of scholarships are available.
CCC Foundation Scholarships
Our foundation awards over $250,000 in scholarships each year. Awards are based on financial need and merit. All degree-seeking students are welcome to apply, a social security number is not required.
Know Your Rights
ACLU – Immigrants’ Rights | American Civil Liberties Union
Student Records Privacy at CCC – Student Records Privacy | Clatsop Community College
Resources
Equity Corps of Oregon – ECO Get Legal Help – Equity Corps of Oregon
Consejo Hispano – Home – Consejo Hispano
El Centro NW – El Centro NW
Community Toolkit Oregon Department of Justice – Community Toolkit – Oregon Department of Justice
Allies on Campus
Claudia Mendez
Bilingual Transition Specialist
Meredith Payton
Student Mental Health Counselor
Eileen Purcell (Percy)
Outreach Literacy Tutor Coordinator