DACAmented & UnDACAmented

In all of our schools, we extend our admissions policies and holistic application review to all students without regard to citizenship or immigration status. Students interested in applying for undergraduate studies will find more information on the Yale Admissions website. Students interested in graduate study should refer to the admissions information on the respective schools’ site.

Yale University’s financial aid policies are the same for undocumented (with or without DACA) students, as they are for all admitted students. For all undergraduates with financial need, our aid awards meet 100% of a family's demonstrated need without using loans. Consult the Yale College Financial Aid website for details. Information about graduate school financial aid is available on the respective schools’ site.

Students with DACA and a valid EAD (USCIS-issued employment authorization document) will be able to work on-campus. Students without DACA should contact their financial aid officer to review their aid award.

The Yale International Tax Office will assist you in determining your U.S. tax resident status. If it is found, based on the amount of time you have been present in the U.S., that you are a resident for tax purposes, the 14% withholding for international students would not be required. Make an appointment with the International Tax Office when you first arrive on campus to ensure your withholdings are correct.

DACAmented students with Advanced Parole have been able to study abroad. For information about the process of applying for Advance Parole to the USCIS DACA FAQ page (questions 58-65). International travel under DACA is possible but can be tricky. It is advisable to consult with OISS or legal counsel well in advance of making any plans to leave the U.S.

Yale students are encouraged to use the resources of the Office of Career Strategy (OCS), or the relevant professional school career office, to explore the internship and post-graduation possibilities. OCS staff is available to talk with students about graduate school and professional school programs. For information about fellowships to support summer and post-graduation activities for Yale College students, contact Rebekah Westphal at the Center for International and Professional Experience. Post-graduation Yale employment for undocumented and DACAmented students continues to be governed by the validity of the EAD card and available only to DACAmented students.

DACA students with a valid EAD card may apply for most internships and programs, except those few that require U.S. citizenship. Undocumented students, without DACA and a valid EAD, only qualify for summer fellowships that are not considered compensation for employment. For internships outside U.S. see the FAQs under Study Abroad. Consult the CIPE website for details.

OISS coordinates assists Yale undocumented students in making the legal connection needed to resolve immediate concerns, including applying for an extension of DACA status, as well as address longer term issues. These conversations will take place with strict regard for your privacy and at no point will your information be shared without your permission. For more information contact ozan.say@yale.edu.

Renewing DACA Status

Yale students and staff interested in renewing their DACA status are strongly advised to consult with an immigration attorney before taking any action. Yale will continue to make legal consultations available which will be arranged through OISS.