The newest video of College Uncomplicateds #UndocU is here! This week Sheridan talks about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals AKA #DACA and how it helps #undocumented #students This is important because DACA, although it doesnt provide a pathway to citizenship, can: - prevent deportation proceedings - get you a drivers license - allow you to work - grant you access to in-state tuition You are eligible for DACA if: - Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012; - Came to the United States before reaching your 16th birthday; - Have continuously resided in the United States since June 15, 2007, up to the present time; - Were physically present in the United States on June 15, 2012, and at the time of making your request for consideration of deferred action with USCIS; - Had no lawful status on June 15, 2012; - Are currently in school, have graduated or obtained a certificate of completion from high school, have obtained a general education development (GED) certificate, or are an honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the United States - Have not been convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor,or three or more other misdemeanors, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety. ---------------------------------------------- This video was made possible due to the amazing advocacy orgs University Leadership Initiative and United We Dream
Posted on: Thu, 25 Sep 2014 22:16:40 +0000
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