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Who
You may be eligible to apply if you intend to enroll at CUNY; and are a first-time college student or community college graduate who is an immigrant and has applied for or received DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) or TPS (Temporary Protected Status) or meet the past DACA eligibility criteria”
When
You may apply from November 1, 2019-February 27, 2020.
Where
Community and senior colleges of CUNY. Advice for scholarship applicants and for high school/college advisors is available on many CUNY campuses.
What
Scholarships up to $29,000 for two or four-year degrees offered to DREAMers through a CUNY partnership with TheDream.US
Are You Eligible for DACA?
CUNY Citizenship Now! will provide free consultations and application assistance for students who may be eligible for DACA/TPS. We also screen students for other forms of immigration benefits. For questions, email CUNY Citizenship Now! at [email protected] or call (212) 652-2071.
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Sharon Ricks
Executive Director, Academic Advisement
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Elizabeth Riquez
Financial Aid Services
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Bronx Community College
Yvonne Erazo
Scholarship Coordinator
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Borough of Manhattan Community College
Marva Craig
Vice President
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Tiffany James
Student advisor
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Albert Lee
Student Success Coach
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The City College of New York
Carlito Berlus
Student Advisor
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Joe Fantozzi
Enrollment Management
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Yesenia Martinez
Scholarship Manager
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Alan Sabal
Senior Associate Director of Admissions
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Dominic Stellini
Director of Collaborative Programs
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New York City College of Technology
Gabriella Collantes
Counselor
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Paul Dorestant
Acting Director, SEEK Program
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Sandra Scriven
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College of Staten Island
Michele Galati
Fellowship & Scholarship Advisor
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Guttman Community College
Nelson Castro
Student Success Advocate
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Danielle Insalaco-Egan
Director of Student Support and Achievement
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Sophea So
Director of Admissions
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Hostos Community College
Eric Morales
Scholarship Coordinator
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Jason Libfeld
Student Leadership Coordinator
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Hunter College
Aviles Chris
Student Services Specialist
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John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Michael Scaduto
Scholarship Coordinator
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Kingsborough Community College
Robert Schacter
Executive Assistant to the Associate Provost
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LaGuardia Community College
Rahela Akter
Scholarship Coordinator
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Jennifer Aponte
Scholarship Coordinator
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Gail Baksh-Jarrett
Senior Director/Enrollment & Student Financial Services
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Zalma Keshawarz
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Zuleima Reyes
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Lehman College
Scott Dames
Director of Scholarships & Testing
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Gloria Figueroa
Scholarship Coordinator
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Macaulay Honors College
Veronica Maldona
Associate Director of Scholarships and Grants
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Medgar Evers College
Ms. Judy Morgan
Scholarship Manager
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Queens College
Richard Alvarez
Vice President of Enrollment & Retention
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Jennifer Jarvis
Assistant Vice President Of Student Affairs
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Ann Morgado
Assistant to the VP
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Queensborough Community College
Bette Efthymiou
International Student Life Manager
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Michel Hodge
VP, Student Affairs
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Ronnie Lukas
Executive Director of Student Financial Services
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Student DREAMers
Tatiana Borda, York College
“The Dream.US Scholarship gave me more than financial stability; they gave me hope in this country and myself. ”
Francisco Barros, Macaulay Honors Scholar at The City College of New York
“I feel grateful that I am part of a program that will support me emotionally and economically throughout my four years as an undergraduate.”
Mitasha Palha, Macaulay Honors College at Lehman College
“TheDream.US has allowed me to strive for a more ambitious career path, without the fear of being in debt.”
Araceli Mendez, BMCC
” TheDream.US is offering very real support. Apply for the scholarship now, and if you’re not eligible spread the word to your friends and networks. That’s what I’m trying to do.”
Kirssy Martinez, BCC
“My message to prospective applicants for the scholarship is that you shouldn’t be afraid. Sometimes we are afraid of talking about our status. But I’ve learned that if you don’t let people know, they can’t help you.”
Manuel Luna, KBCC
“TheDream.US Scholarship has given me the comfort of knowing that there are many people, in my school and throughout the country, who care about my future and are invested in my success.”
Karla Oropeza, LGCC
“… my dream is to become an elementary school teacher. This dream seems feasible now with TheDream.US scholarship.”
Hilda Lema, LGCC
“I was excited to receive TheDream.US scholarship; the stress that comes from tuition payment deadlines has been alleviated.”