Undocumented Student Program (USP)

 Non Federal Aid Form- Undocumented and DACA students at Nevada State are encouraged to submit this form, in order to receive financial aid from the Financial Aid office. This form allows the Financial Aid office to get an idea of a student’s financial need and provide funding if it’s available. At this time, students may submit the form for the 22-23 school year. Students must submit this form for every school year. 

FAFSA– Students who are DACA recipients may submit a FAFSA if they are interested in the Silver State Opportunity Grant. However, students may not submit both the FAFSA and the Non Federal Aid form. For assistance, please schedule an appointment with Mariana Sarmiento at [email protected]. 

Winter & Summer Classes with TD.US Scholarship- The TD.US scholarship can pay for winter & Summer classes at Nevada State. It’s important for students to know that the scholarship funding for Winter classes will be sent to students’ accounts by the middle of the Spring semester. So if students see a balance on their accounts for Winter classes, don’t panic! The funding just takes a bit longer to go to student accounts. If you have questions about this, please contact [email protected]. 

Scholarships for Undocumented Students- Find lists of scholarships through the Higher Ed Immigration Portal that are open to undocumented students throughout the country. 

Nevada Public Education Foundation– The Public Education Foundation provides an extensive variety of scholarships to increase student access to post-secondary opportunities in support of their educational goals. 

Dreamers Roadmap– Dreamers Roadmap is a free national mobile app that helps undocumented students find scholarships to go to college. 

NSU Counseling- Nevada State offers 5 free mental health counseling sessions for students enrolled in Fall or Spring semesters. All counseling sessions are private and confidential. To sign up or for more info contact [email protected]. 

Student Wellness & Food Pantry– The Student Wellness team provides resources and support for students to access basic needs like food, health care, transportation, emergency funding and more. Visit their website to learn more about how they can help or contact Case Manager Laura Hinojosa at laura[email protected]. 

UNLV Immigration Clinic – This legal clinic provides FREE assistance completing the DACA renewal forms for any Nevada resident, including NSU students. They do not pay for the $495 renewal fee, but they do provide free assistance completing the forms. Students interested in these services can submit an intake form on their website. 

DACA Renewal Fee Assistance (Grant) – This opportunity is a partnership between TheDream.US and the Mission Asset Fund (MAF) that provides current TD.US scholars with a grant that will cover your DACA renewal fees. Students who receive these funds do not need to pay this money back. You need to apply for this grant before you apply to renew your DACA. Ensure that you are submitting your renewal forms 120-150 days before your DACA expires. Ensure that you are applying for MAF funds before the 120-150 days, and ensure your DACA renewal is ready to submit when you apply for the MAF funds.  

Follow the Undocumented Student Program– Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to learn about updates, events, and opportunities for TD.US scholars.  

Follow Dreamer’s Club– Dreamer’s Club provides support and resources for undocumented and DACA students. Our members come from all walks of life but as a club we are all here to support each other. Follow on Instagram and NSC Be Engaged to learn about upcoming meetings.  

BeEngaged: BeEngaged is your one-stop resource for student involvement. Log in with your NSU credentials and explore events and student organizations that you want to be a part of! 

NSU Career Services– By scheduling a virtual career advising appointment, students and alumni can get assistance with: Major/Career Exploration, Resume/Cover Letter Assistance, Job Search Assistance, Internship Search Assistance, Graduate/Professional School Assistance, and more! This is open to all students, including students without work authorization. To schedule an appointment visit their website linked above. 

ITIN Assistance– TheDream.US has a website dedicated to providing resources for obtaining an ITIN for undocumented students. Visit them to learn more about their upcoming workshops, basics of using an ITIN, and much more! 

Teacher Licensing for Undocumented Students– The UndocuTeacher Resource Guide is a website and guide that provides step by step directions to getting your teacher’s license as an undocumented student (with or without DACA). 

Immigrants Rising Wellness Groups– Immigrants Rising’s Virtual Wellness Gatherings help undocumented young people stay grounded and connected to one another. Led by Liliana Campos, Immigrants Rising’s Mental Health Advocate, these virtual gatherings convene experienced facilitators—psychologists, coaches, and traditional healers—to guide undocumented young people through educational materials and interactive activities. 

CARE Center– The Care Center offers confidential virtual support services, holistic healing workshops, campus education and awareness events to members of the UNLV, NSU, and CSN communities impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence, family violence, and/or stalking.  

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada- VMSN is a non profit organization in Las Vegas that provides free medical care, dental care, and prescription support to children and adults without health insurance, including undocumented immigrants. To become a patient, please visit their website and learn about the process or contact Karla Sarmiento, Social Services Coordinator at [email protected]. 

Nevada Health Centers– Nevada Health Centers are located across Nevada with multiple locations in Las Vegas. They offer medical services for anybody regardless of immigration status and provide low-cost services to patients without health insurance. Use this website to find a clinic near you.   

First Person Care Clinic– This clinic provides low-cost services to individuals without health insurance, regardless of their status.  

UNLV Dental School–  The dental school at UNLV is usually less expensive than a standard dentist and you don’t need insurance. Procedures that require multiple appointments for completion such as crowns, bridges, and dentures may be paid in installments. The first step to becoming a patient at UNLV School of Dental Medicine is to schedule a screening appointment, which will help determine if your needs are a suitable match for our student doctors. 

Submitting Immunization Records– You can visit SNHD to request access to your digital records for immunizations taken within the Southern Nevada Health District. To learn more about submitting these immunizations for NSU visit the link above. 

Low Cost Dental Clinics– Find low cost dental clinics on this website. These organizations provide low cost services and don’t consider immigration status or health insurance. 

EyeCare for Kids Vision Support– This organization provides $50 eye exams for adults and a free pair of glasses. Add-ons to glasses cost extra. Patient does not need to provide proof of income. Patient must set up an appointment by calling 702-727-3525.  

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada (LACSN)- LACSN provides free DACA renewal forms assistance, advance parole consultations, and legal screenings if an individual is interested in learning if they have any immigration relief options to legalize their status. In order to receive assistance please call Angie Corona at 702-386-1473 and let her know what type of legal support you need. If Angie does not answer, leave a voicemail with your name and phone number. This way she can call you back within 24 hours. If you don’t leave a voicemail, she will not be able to call you back.  

Advance Parole for DACA Recipients–  If you’re interested in applying for advanced parole to travel outside of the United States with your DACA, review this informational guide from Immigrants Rising to see if it is right for you. If you decide you want to apply, please be sure to get in contact with a legal service provider.  

Immigrant Home Foundation– The Immigrant Home Foundation provides DACA renewal assistance for a fee, please ask about their rates. This organization also provides free consultations for advance parole for DACA recipients to travel outside of the country. 

Advance Parole Assistance in Las Vegas– The Immigrant Home Foundation helps DACA recipients interested in traveling outside the country through Advance Parole. The IHF charges $400 for services in addition to the $575 USCIS application fee. Appointments are not needed, simply bring your DACA documentation and permit.  

Immigrants Rising Advance Parole Guide- This is an amazing guide with step by step information, disclosure of risks, testimonies from people who have traveled with AP and much more! 

Dreamers2Gether Inc- Instagram- they post reels an d content about their experiences with AP. 

Spark through Immigrants Rising– Everyone, regardless of immigration status, can make money by building their own businesses and working for themselves. We’re here to show you how to generate income through entrepreneurship and freelancing. See below for tools to help you get your #UndocuHustle on!  

ITIN Assistance– TheDream.US has a website dedicated to providing resources for obtaining an ITIN for undocumented students. Visit them to learn more about their upcoming workshops, basics of using an ITIN, and much more! 

Dress for Success of Southern Nevada– The organization assists local women in the Las Vegas valley and students by providing professional attire, a network of support, and career development tools to help them thrive in work and life. Sign up here: www.bit.ly/DressforSuccessNSC  

The following undocumented student support syllabus statement may be modified and included on your syllabi.

Undocumented Student Support
Immigration is a complex phenomenon with broad impact—those who are directly affected by it, as well as those who are indirectly affected by their relationships with family members, friends, and loved ones. If your immigration status presents obstacles to engaging in specific activities or fulfilling specific course criteria, please request support from the NSU Undocumented Student Program (USP) at the Office of Community, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. USP offers support services and coordinates resource access for undocumented students (with and without DACA) as well as students from mixed-status families. To learn more, visit nevadastate.edu/cedi/undocumented.

Adapted from The University of Utah Dream Center.

The Undocumented Student Program (USP) is proud to to host UndocuAlly Training for faculty, staff, and administration in order to encourage the development of a safe and welcoming campus for undocumented students.

UndocuAlly Training 2: Careers & Professional Development

April 3, 2025 | 10am-12pm | Zoom link provided upon registration

This training aims to provide staff and faculty with key policy information, resources and tools for empowering undocumented and DACA students in pursuing career development opportunities, professional licensing, and generating income regardless of immigration status. We’ll be joined by the Career Services Center and Mariana Sarmiento, Manager for the Undocumented Student Program. Register Here

Request an UndocuAlly Workshop
To learn more about UndocuAlly Training or to request a training for your office or department, please email [email protected].