BMCC is available to assist students who need support and resources to address matters related to immigration. The college provides information about relevant institutional policies, legislation and executive orders, that affects an array of undocumented students, including but not limited to those with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Asylum Seekers and students out of any immigration status.
Apply Now for TheDream.US Scholarship: Deadline Extended to 3/7/22
Full tuition scholarship for immigrant and undocumented youth
DREAMers are undocumented immigrant youth who came to this country at a young age. TheDream.US is the nation’s largest college access and success program for DREAMers.The program provides scholarships to highly-qualified DREAMers to help them pay for their college education. Most have DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) or TPS (Temporary Protected Status) that allows them to live and legally work in the United States.
Learn more about TheDream.US Scholarship and how to apply.
Email studentsuccess@bmcc.cuny.edu if you have any questions.
CUNY Citizenship NOW! Partnership with BMCC
In our effort to ensure that we continue to bring you services that help you succeed, we have some great news! CUNY Citizenship NOW! has partnered with BMCC to bring immigration services to you.
Beginning in October, attorneys will be available every fourth Wednesday of each month, to consult with you on immigration issues, assisting with:
- Naturalization Applications
- TPS and DACA Applications
- Advice on other immigration issues
All consultations are by appointment only. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity by contacting the Advocacy and Resource Center (formerly Single Stop) to set up an appointment. They are in Room S-230, at 199 Chambers Street, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or call (212) 220-8195 for more information.
DACA Update Restores Policies
Several cases have altered the status of the DACA Program over the past few years. The most recent court order (12/7/20) has restored DACA to the policies in effect prior to September 5, 2017.
What does this mean?
- You may be eligible to apply for DACA for the first time if you meet the requirements.
- You may renew your DACA if it has expired.
- You may be able to apply for advance parole for international travel
- Current one-year DACA and Employment Authorization Documents will be extended to two years.
Why should I act now?
Other cases are making their way through the courts and it is possible that this decision could be reversed. We encourage interested students to review our Outside Resources page to connect with qualified immigration experts for guidance on eligibility and application support for DACA and advance parole.
For more information, see CUNY Citizenship Now and Informed Immigrant.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
There have been several changes to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) over the last few months. TPS has expired in some cases. For some countries, it is still in place. Students and their family members’ TPS designation and employment authorization remain valid until the expiration date listed on their employment authorization cards. More information about which countries are affected.
