Affordability
Financial Aid for Undocumented or DACA Students
At the University of Dayton, we work to enrich our community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. Every person, no matter their faith or background, is treated with respect and openness. It is this commitment that moves us to ensure that our financial aid process provides equal access to our education for undocumented and DACA students.
Financial Aid Process for DACA Students (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)
If you are a DACA recipient you will be able to use your DACA issued social security number to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. It is important to note that DACA recipients are ineligible for federal financial aid. Completing the FAFSA will make you eligible for the UD Textbook Scholarship, as well as provide us with information to award you additional institutional grants.
Completing the FAFSA form will allow you as a DACA student to receive a Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAR is an important tool that can be used to demonstrate need which will allow us to consider you for institutional aid, as well as provide you documentation for outside scholarships.
For questions about the process, please contact Cody McMillen at cmcmillen1@udayton.edu.
Financial Aid Process for Undocumented Students
The University of Dayton is committed to equity in higher education. We demonstrate this commitment by providing opportunities for undocumented students to earn institutional aid.
As an undocumented student, you will automatically be considered for a merit scholarship, once an application for admission has been submitted. Our Admission and Financial Aid staff will work with you to make sure we have the necessary information to award you these grants. To start the conversation around being considered for additional institutional need-based grants, please contact Cody McMillen at cmcmillen1@udayton.edu.