The NYS Assembly announced intent to pass the NYS Liberty and DREAM Act on February 6, 2017. Keep the fight for DREAMERS alive by contacting your local state representative and the governor's office.
10 Things you can do to help pass the NY Dream Act.
What is the New York Dream Act?
The New York DREAM Act would allow undocumented students who meet in-state tuition
requirements to access state financial aid and scholarships for higher education. It would also open
529 tuition savings accounts to all New York youth, and establish a DREAM Fund Commission to raise
private funds for a college scholarship program for children of immigrants.
Those who benefit from the bill must meet the following requirements:
What are TAP requirements?
Download the New York DREAM Act information sheet below.
10 Things you can do to help pass the NY Dream Act.
What is the New York Dream Act?
The New York DREAM Act would allow undocumented students who meet in-state tuition
requirements to access state financial aid and scholarships for higher education. It would also open
529 tuition savings accounts to all New York youth, and establish a DREAM Fund Commission to raise
private funds for a college scholarship program for children of immigrants.
Those who benefit from the bill must meet the following requirements:
- Have attended a NY high school for at least 2 years and graduated, or obtained a NY GED
- Enroll in a college or university in the state of New York within 5 years of graduating
- Affirm they will apply for legal immigration status as soon as they are able to do so.
- Meet Higher Education Services Corporation’s requirements for TAP
What are TAP requirements?
- Be enrolled as a full-time student taking 12 or more credits per semester
- Declare a major by the 2nd year of a 2-year program or 3rd year of a 4-year program
- Maintain a C average
- Be charged at least $200 tuition per year
- Meet income eligibility requirements
Download the New York DREAM Act information sheet below.
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