State and institutional policies on in-state resident tuition and financial aid for undocumented students: Examining constraints and opportunities

Serna, Gabriel R.; Cohen, Joshua M.; Nguyễn, David Hòa Khoa

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“…As a result of Congressional standstill on comprehensive immigration reform or any other legislation impacting undocumented students, state governments have become the primary arbiters of these laws and policies (Nguyen & Serna, 2014;Nguyen & Martinez Hoy, 2015;Serna, Cohen, & Nguyen, 2017). While most of the state action on undocumented students has been to correct discriminating federal policies, some state actions have been to further intrude on the civil rights of undocumented students and racially discriminate based on colorblind policies (Nguyen & Martinez Hoy, 2015).…”

Section: State Policy Contextmentioning

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“…A number of states have legislated to color-blindly discriminate against undocumented students by not recognizing their state residency and their college access, including Indiana. Overall, studies show that few undocumented students have taken advantage of in-state tuition laws (Dougherty, Nienhusser, & Vega, 2010;Emma, 2013;Serna, Cohen, & Nguyen, 2017). This suggests that although students qualify for in-state tuition, the price of college remains unaffordable (Serna, Cohen & Nguyen, 2017).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Overall, studies show that few undocumented students have taken advantage of in-state tuition laws (Dougherty, Nienhusser, & Vega, 2010;Emma, 2013;Serna, Cohen, & Nguyen, 2017). This suggests that although students qualify for in-state tuition, the price of college remains unaffordable (Serna, Cohen & Nguyen, 2017). Out of the twenty-one states that permit in-state resident tuition to be granted to undocumented students, only six states have allowed undocumented students access to state financial aid.…”

Section: State Policy Contextmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Higher Education Professionals Navigating Anti-Immigration Policy for Undocumented Students

Hoy

Nguyễn

2019

Educational Policy

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Higher education professionals are critical to undocumented students’ educational success as their access to higher education is heavily dependent on being able to interpret and navigate policies. This study presents an analysis of policies that impact higher education access for undocumented students coupled with a qualitative case study that examines how anti-immigration policy affects the experiences of higher education professionals who worked directly with undocumented students in the state of Indiana. The authors help readers understand the experiences and challenges facing these “pathfinders” as they attempt to navigate the mazes of federal, state, and institutional policy to help their undocumented students.

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Higher Education Professionals Navigating Anti-Immigration Policy for Undocumented Students

Hoy

Nguyễn

2019

Educational Policy

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“…The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) of 1996, a federal policy that “prohibited states from providing in-state resident tuition (IRT) benefits to undocumented immigrants unless all U.S. citizens and nationals were eligible for the same benefits,” has created more legislative barriers for states expanding access to postsecondary education for undocumented students (Darolia & Potochnick, 2015, p. 509). However, since 2001, 17 states 1 have undertaken legislative action to expand IRT benefits to undocumented students (Darolia & Potochnick, 2015; Serna, Cohen, & Nguyen, 2017). The adoption of IRT policies at the state level has created high legal tensions because it directly counters the IIRIRA federal legislation.…”

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“…During his presidential campaign, Trump heavily critiqued the Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, leading to much anxiety among its beneficiaries (Foley, 2016). Established in 2012, DACA provides eligible 2 undocumented youth and young adults, often called “Dreamers” 3 or “DACAmented,” with temporary work authorization and amnesty from deportation for 2 years (with potential renewals; Batalova, Hooker, Capps, & Bachmeier, 2014; Gonzales, Terriquez, & Ruszczyk, 2014; Serna et al, 2017). DACA provides the opportunity for these youth and young adults to seek legal employment, pursue higher education, and improve their mobility and incorporation into the United States (Gonzales et al, 2014; Martinez, 2014).…”

Section: Immigrant Students and The Daca Programmentioning

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Immigrant Students in the Trump Era: What We Know and Do Not Know

Nguyen

Kebede

2017

Educational Policy

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The 2016 U.S. presidential election marked a time of deep political divide for the nation and resulted in an administrative transition that represented a drastic shift in values and opinions on several matters, including immigration. This article explores the implications of this political transition for immigrants’ K-16 educational experiences during President Trump’s administration. We revisit literature on school choice and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)—two policy areas where the most significant changes are expected to occur—as it pertains to immigrant students in the United States. We identify areas where there is limited scholarship, such as the unique educational experiences of various minority immigrant subgroups, the interplay between race and immigration status, and immigrant students in rural areas. Recommendations are made for policy and research.

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Supporting undocumented community college students

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Hinojosa

2021

New Drctns Community Coll

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Community colleges are a critical access point to higher education for undocumented students, yet undocumented community college students often report feelings of constrained inclusion due to the limitations created by their citizenship status (Negrón-Gonzales, 2017). In this article, we review existing research on undocumented students in 2-year colleges, discussing the policies and practices that can be implemented to support undocumented community college students. Supportive policies include tuition and aid policy, college promise programs, and dual enrollment. Supportive campus environments can be facilitated through flexible scheduling, clear and accessible information, mental health resources, staff training and professional development, funding dedicated staff positions, and creating undocumented student resource centers.Perpetual political uncertainty and a tumultuous national climate continue to complicate undocumented students' access to and experiences in higher education. As of late May 2021, federal pieces of legislation such as Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), which provide some form of protection from deportation for undocumented students, continue to have uncertain outlooks. At the state level, and depending on the state undocumented students reside in, students may be able to benefit from more accommodating policies such as in-state resident tuition or eligibility for state financial aid (Serna et al., 2017). In other states, students' unauthorized status may preclude them from accessing any financial aid or benefits for college at all (National Conference of State Legislatures, 2019;Olivas, 2009). On campus, undocumented students may encounter unwelcoming campus climates or face barriers in accessing important resources, such as staff or legal support (Nienhusser, 2014;Terriquez, 2015).These challenges and concerns may be particularly acute at the nation's community colleges, which are a critical access point to higher education for undocumented students. For some, community colleges may be the only option to pursue their educational and career aspirations (Murillo, 2017;Pérez, Cortés, Ramos, & Coronado, 2010). For others, community colleges are attractive due to lower costs and the opportunity to stay close to home

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State and institutional policies on in-state resident tuition and financial aid for undocumented students: Examining constraints and opportunities

Cited by 17 publications

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Higher Education Professionals Navigating Anti-Immigration Policy for Undocumented Students

Higher Education Professionals Navigating Anti-Immigration Policy for Undocumented Students

Immigrant Students in the Trump Era: What We Know and Do Not Know

Supporting undocumented community college students

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