Now Accepting Q3 EVRs!

The deadline to submit Q3 EVRs is April 30, 2026.

The following schools have officially joined the Q3 system:

• Kingsborough Community College - Received
• LaGuardia Community College - Received
• Lynn University / Online - Pending
• National Louis University - Pending
• Portland State University - Pending
• Stella and Charles Guttman Community College - Pending
• Valencia College - Received
• Western Oregon University - Pending

Questions about your submission? Camila.Salkov@thedream.us

Thank you for your continued partnership!

Opportunity Scholarship Awards – Deadline to Accept or Decline Award is April 2, 2026

We awarded over 100 Opportunity Scholarships last week!

Opportunity Partner Colleges - please contact your 2026-2027 awardees as soon as possible. We are also encouraging awardees to accept or decline the award through their ISTS Scholar Portal before April 2, 2026.

Questions? Yajaira.Gonzalez@thedream.us and Elena.Salorio@thedream.us

Only 2 days left to Request Graduation Stoles: Submit Now!

We still need stole confirmations from the following Partner Colleges:

• Arizona State University
• ASU Online
• Barry University
• Benedictine University
• Capella University
• Holy Family University
• Hostos Community College
• Lewis University
• Miami Dade College
• Miami Dade College Online
• Morgan State
• National Louis University
• Nevada State University
• New Jersey City University
• Northeastern Illinois University
• Northern Illinois University
• Our Lady of the Lake University
• Portland State University
• Rowan University
• Rutgers University - Newark
• South Texas College
• St. Mary's College of Maryland
• Stella and Charles Guttman Community College
• Strayer University
• University of Albany
• University of Illinois at Chicago
• University of Massachusetts Global
• University of North Texas: Dallas
• University of St. Francis
• University of St. Thomas

Please review and complete this Google Sheet for your Spring, Summer, and Fall 2026 graduating Scholars. Please note: 

• If your college is not on the list, please add to the end of the list 
• Indicate when you are done by selecting "updated" in column A; if you do not need stoles this year, select “No Stoles Needed” 

Deadline to request is Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5 pm PST. 

Packages and tracking information will be sent to you in mid-to-late April. Thank you for helping us recognize our Scholars!

Questions: Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

Join Us: Beyond Status: Institutional Supports for Exploring Immigration Pathways and Rapid Response for Dreamers

Join us to hear from CUNY Citizenship Now; Path2Papers, Cornell Law School; and The

Legalization Project at our next PC Power Hour!

Now more than ever, our Scholars need immigration supports and guidance. You are often their first point of contact for help. Guest speakers from partner organizations and institutions will join us to share internal and external resources for Dreamers to explore all professional and immigration pathways. In addition, we will discuss best practices for rapid response to policy changes and emergency cases to ensure you have the tools to support the needs of your Scholars. 

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

11 am PT / 1 pm CT / 2 pm ET 

Link to attend 

Passcode: SP03PCPH!

Looking ahead:  

Please check our calendar (password: collegedream) for the full Spring 2026 Power Hour Schedule. 

Questions: Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

Dream Act: What It Is & How You Can Help” Session Recap

Over 300 Scholars and Alumni showed up to our conversation on the Dream Act earlier this month! You can access the slides and recording anytime.

Next Steps for Scholars and Alumni:

• Write a letter to Congress in support of the Dream Act (guidance on slides #7–9 here). If you prefer not sharing your address, have a friend or mentor write on your behalf.
• Join our Dream Act advocacy team—sign up here.
• Help us name the advocacy team! Make suggestions and vote here.
• Save the date: Next advocacy session—Thursday, April 16th at 6 pm ET.

Questions: Susan.Collins@thedream.us

Tomorrow: March Immigration Q&A

Join us for our next Immigration Q&A session. These sessions are Scholar facing but all PC staff are welcome. 

Attorney Dan Berger from Cornell Law School, Path2Papers, will share how they help Dreamers pursue work visas and other pathways to legal permanent residency, and answer immigration questions live during the session. Dr. Cheryl Aguilar will wrap up the session with mental health resources and wellness techniques.

Thursday, March 26, 2026

2 pm PT, 4 pm CT, 5 pm ET

Register now!

Questions: Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

DACA Renewal Grants Available Now for Scholars and Alumni!

We’ve partnered with Mission Asset Fund to provide more DACA Renewal Grants covering the full cost of DACA renewal fees. These grants are for Scholars and Alum with financial need and do not need to be paid back.  

Scholars and Alum should submit their DACA Renewal Grant Application 200 - 150 days before their DACA expiration date, and consider filing online.

Please inform your Scholars and Alum to apply now, funds are limited!

Questions: Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

Deadline to Apply for Paid TheDream.US Internships is Next Tuesday, March 31

TheDream.US is recruiting interns for Summer and Fall 2026! Each internship includes a $4,000 stipend.

Eligibility:

• Must have a valid SSN or ITIN and be a current TheDream.US Scholar at time of the internship.
• Scholars graduating this summer or who have previously completed a semester-long TheDream.US internship are not eligible.

Opportunities: Marketing & Social Media, Digital Content Creator, Research & Data, Scholarship Operations, Scholar & Partner College Supports, Career Connections, and more!

How to Apply:

• Scholars should log into Parker Dewey and search for the TheDream.US internships. (Make sure they add “TheDream.US” in the Affiliation section to unlock these exclusive opportunities.)

Deadline to apply is Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET

1-1 Immigration Screenings for Current Scholars Available

Screenings are designed to help your Scholars understand their immigration status and any options available for adjustment. Now more than ever, it is important for your Scholars to have access to an immigration attorney they can trust. Screenings are free, confidential and will not affect their scholarship in any way.

We need your help to encourage Scholars to sign up by completing the Initial Screening Request Form. If they have already completed one of our screenings, they should not submit a new request. 

Questions: Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

PC Directory One-Off Update Form

Partner Colleges should now inform TheDream.US of any staff changes using our One-Off Update Form. 

Please use this form to update any Partner College Team contacts in between our Annual Partner College Directory update process in the Summer. This new process allows us to streamline, track and implement changes to your TheDream.US Campus team more effectively throughout the year.  

Questions: Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

Let Us Know of Scholar Emergency Cases

As the first in line of contact with our Scholars on-campus, we deeply appreciate your immediate notification of a Scholar’s immigration emergency. To help us identify and determine whether TheDream.US can assist with a Scholar’s immigration case in any way, please bookmark this form. Complete the form as soon as you are aware of a Scholar that is: 

• Detained, facing removal (not detained), deported 
• Self-deported or intends to self-deport
• Experiencing DACA renewal issues 

Questions? Email Susan.Collins@thedream.us  

Critical Legal Memo: In-State Tuition & Scholarships for Undocumented Students

We want to make sure you and your leadership teams have this important resource: In-State Tuition and Scholarships for Undocumented Students: What Institutions Should Know.

This legal memo provides high-level guidance for college presidents and general counsels on how institutions can lawfully offer in-state tuition and scholarships to undocumented Dreamer students. We encourage you to read it and share it with your leadership and legal teams to ensure your campus is aligned with the latest considerations.

Toolkit- How to Support Detained or Deported Students

TheDream.US in collaboration with Presidents’ Alliance and Institutional Solutions created the “Steps Campuses can Take to Support Detained or Deported Students”, a resource designed to help colleges and universities take a proactive approach in identifying and providing appropriate support for students, faculty, and staff in the event of detention or deportation. Review the guide for helpful tips you can implement on your campus!

Questions? Email Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

PC Career Development Events Fund

Your college can get up to a $2,000 grant to host a Career Event for Scholars regardless of work authorization. Events should primarily focus on NEBOs, entrepreneurship, small business ownership, and independent contract work. 

Check out our toolkit for helpful suggestions on event structures and key learning objectives. Apply now to reserve your funds for a Spring or Fall event. 

Questions? Email Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

For Partner College Directory and Staff changes, please submit updates via our One-Off Update Form. 

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For Calendar of Events, go here