Now Accepting Fall 2025 EVR Submissions through October 31!

Partner Colleges can start checking the status of their Fall 2025 EVR form here!

• As a reminder, PCs are responsible for completing all information in the yellow areas.
• Please do not change any information located in the grey cells.
• All information provided should be entered for the term, not the annual year.
• If a scholar has withdrawn from classes, but still owes for them, enter them as enrolled and include the withdrawn credits and balance.
• Lastly, please include your Partner College name in the EVR filename to avoid delays in payments.

Questions? Email Elena.Salorio@thedream.us and Camila.Salkov@thedream.us 

Partner College Directory – Deadline Extended to October 17!

As of 10:30 am ET. Oct. 7, we are still missing submissions from the Partner Colleges below. Please make sure your Primary Relationship Manager updates this information. We will send a reminder email with the unique form link tomorrow, October 9.

• Arizona State University
• Borough of Manhattan Community College
• Bronx Community College
• Delaware State University
• Eastern Connecticut State University
• Grand Canyon University
• Hunter College
• Kingsborough Community College
• LaGuardia Community College
• Marymount University
• Medgar Evers College
• Miami Dade College
• National Louis University
• New York City College of Technology
• Northern Illinois University

• Portland State University
• Purdue University Global
• Queens College
• Rowan University
• Rutgers University - New Brunswick
• Rutgers University - Newark
• St. Mary's College of Maryland
• Stella and Charles Guttman Community College
• University of Arizona
• University of Houston
• University of North Texas at Dallas
• University of St. Thomas
• University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
• University of Utah
• Western Oregon University
• York College

DEADLINE: Please complete the form by Friday, October 17. Having the latest contact information is critical for us to deliver resources to our Partners and for Scholars to receive the supports they need to succeed. 

Questions? Email Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

2026-2027 Application Season: Request Your Promotional Materials by Wed, Oct. 29

Scholar Advisors, Admissions Liaisons, and Relationship Managers:

We are excited to launch our 2026-2027 National and Opportunity Scholarship rounds!

Your Action: By Wednesday, October 29

1. Locate your institution on THIS SHEET;
2. Edit the contact details if needed for the person who will receive the promotional package.
3. Use the dropdown in Column A to select if you’ve updated the information, confirmed that it remains the same, or if you do not need any new materials.

This Year’s Application Round Dates:

Opportunity

Opens: November 1, 2025

Closes: January 31, 2026

National

Opens: November 1, 2025

Closes: February 28, 2026

DACA Update- No Changes at this stage

We are aware of the growing confusion surrounding last week’s court activity regarding briefs filed in the Texas Challenge to DACA. Nothing has changed at this stage.

What occurred las week were procedural court proposals and do not change the current status of DACA. Current DACA holders are still eligible to renew every two years. It is highly recommended they submit their renewal 150 – 120 days before their expiration date to avoid any lapses in their DACA or work permit. They can use the DACA Renewal Calculator to determine the best time to renew and our Immigration Fee Loans to assist in covering the cost upfront. 

Everyone is encouraged to speak with a Trusted Immigration Attorney before filing a NEW DACA application to assess their personal risks. Current Scholars can accomplish this by completing our Immigration Screening.

For more context watch our President & CEO, Gaby Pacheco's video update and read MALDEF's statement.

TheDream.US PC New Staff Orientations

Every 2nd Monday of the month we will be holding on onboarding session for new staff working with TheDream.US at one of our Partner Colleges. These sessions will provide an overview of our program, expectations for staff in designated roles, and key dates and processes. 

If you are new to working with TheDream.US on your campus, sign up today.

Sessions:

• Tuesday, October 14th, 2025, 2pm ET (This session will be held on Tuesday due to the holiday)
• Monday, November 10, 2025, 2pm ET

Questions? Email Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

Immigration Screenings with a Trusted Attorney

TheDream.US has partnered with an attorney for a one-on-one immigration screening to inform Current Scholars of any and all potential pathways they may have for a change of status. Over 800 Scholars and Alum have already gone through this safe and easy process. Screenings are confidential and will not affect their Scholarship. Inform your Scholars to start this process today by completing the Initial Screening Request Form. If they have already gone through one of our screenings, they should not submit a new request. 

Questions? Email Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

TheDream.US Loans to Pay Immigration Fees

Through our partnership with Mission Asset Fund (MAF), TheDream.US is providing zero interest immigration loans to help Scholars/Alum pay their USCIS application fee for a variety of different renewals and change of status requests. They can request an Immigration Loan, for their DACA/TPS renewals or other applications such as a green card, citizenship, family petition, etc. 

Please note: As of October 28th, USCIS will no longer accept paper checks, and all payments must be made electronically. In order to make this adjustment, MAF will need to pause accepting new applications as early as Wednesday, October 8th. We hope to reopen in early November and will keep you informed. Scholars or Alum interested in submitting an application can sign up for reopening alerts.

Questions? Email 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? Please 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 be 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? Please email Chris.Aviles@thedream.us

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