Applying for Admission
How to complete the Common App if you are an undocumented student
How to complete the Common App if you are an undocumented student
Citizenship Question
In the "Common App" tab, "Profile" section, under "Citizenship"
- Under "Select your citizenship status," select "Other (Non-US)"
- Under "List citizenships," list all non-U.S. citizenships you hold.
- Under "Do you currently hold a valid U.S. Visa?" select "No"
- Indicate "If you intend to apply for a new or different U.S. Visa..." (also may be left blank).
Common App University of Minnesota Twin Cities Citizenship Question
Undocumented and DACAmented Students
- "Are you a U.S. citizen?", select "No".
- "Are you currently living in the United States?", select "Yes"
- "Choose one of the following", select "I am none of the above"
- "State in which you claim legal residence", select the state in which you reside
- "When did you move to that state?" If you've lived there your entire life, please enter your birth month/year.
Scholarships and Loans
Merit Based Scholarships
In recognition of outstanding academic achievements, the University offers a number of academic scholarships for incoming freshmen entering the University fall semester. These highly competitive awards range from $1,000 for one year to $60,000 over four years.
To be considered for University-wide scholarships, simply submit the application for freshman admission. There is no separate application! Admitted freshmen are considered for these University-wide scholarships based on an overall assessment of their admission application.
Minnesota Residents Scholarships
- The Prosperity Act provides undocumented Minnesota high school graduates meeting certain criteria with:
- In-state resident tuition rates for undergraduate and graduate students at public colleges and universities, including all University of Minnesota campuses. Generally, students are eligible if they have attended a Minnesota high school for at least three years, have graduated from a Minnesota high school (or earned a GED in Minnesota), and have registered with the U.S. Selective Service System (applies only to males 18-25 years old).
- State financial aid to students who meet state residency requirements, regardless of immigration status; and
- Privately funded financial aid through public colleges and universities, including aid from the University of Minnesota regardless of immigration status.
- MN Prosperity Act eligibility requirements and application
The University of Minnesota U Promise scholarship
- Eligible new Minnesota resident undergraduates with a family income of up to $120,000, who enroll at any of the University's five campuses, will be guaranteed a U Promise scholarship
- For more details and eligibility requirements, please see U Promise Scholarship
* Students eligible for the Minnesota Prosperity Act are also eligible to receive a U Promise Scholarship.
Loans
SELF Loan:
- Minnesota offers a loan program called the SELF Loan Program, which is available to students regardless of immigration status.
- A separate application is used to apply for the SELF Loan, available through the college's financial aid office.
- A qualified borrower who is an undocumented student must have a credit-worthy cosigner who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- For more information on the SELF Loan Program, visit selfloan.mn.gov/selfloan
Support and Resources
Student Legal Service
Student Legal Service (SLS) offers advice and representation in multiple areas. These services are available to University of Minnesota students paying the Student Services Fee.
Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence and Circle of Indigenous Nations (MCAE)
The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence prioritizes the academic lives of students from historically marginalized backgrounds in their pursuit of a college degree within the context of a predominantly White campus.