Under the California Dream Act Laws AB 130 and AB 131, undocumented students who qualify for a non-resident exemption under Assembly Bill 540 (AB 540) to receive certain types of financial aid such as: institutional scholarships, state administered financial aid, community college fee waivers, and Cal Grants.
Eligibility
- 3 or more years of attendance in a California Elementary or Secondary school or combination there of.
- 3 or more years at a California high school.
- 3 or more at a California Adult School with a minimum of 420 hours of attendance per school year.
- A combination of these schools with a total of 3 or more years of attendance.
Received a GED or passed the California High School Proficiency Exam
Completed an affidavit saying you have filed (or will file when you are eligible to do so) for legal immigration status.
Steps to Apply
Apply online using the CADAA Application and list the Hartnell College School Code (00120900). Application should be filled out by May 2nd for 2024-25 school year.
Important!
Complete the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Form with the Admissions & Records Office.
Be sure to check your Hartnell Gmail for notifications from the Financial Aid Office.
Submit any requested Verification Documents to the Financial Aid Office ASAP.
Important Things to Remember
- AB540 Students, even those with DACA information, must complete the CA Dream Act App and NOT the FAFSA.
- Apply early! Applications now available starting in October 1st of each year.
- Submit your application by May 2
- Make sure the name you use on the Dream Act App matches your Admissions Application.
- Include Hartnell College on your application. School Code: 00120900
- Complete the AB 540 affidavit (see AB540 eligibility requirements at the top of this page).
- Create a Webgrants Account for updates on Cal Grant Award.
- Reapply every year!
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