The Center for Global Education is proud to affirm our commitment to support our DACA and undocumented student population at Chapman University through Diversity and Inclusion. DACA and undocumented students are encouraged to seek domestic and international educational opportunities through Chapman. After reviewing the information below, meet with your Global Education Advisor to go over additional questions and concerns.
US Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) is accepting Advance Parole applications for current DACA recipients. DACA and undocumented students should seek counsel from an experienced U.S. immigration attorney before planning any travel outside the U.S. Laws can change, and DACA and undocumented students have a risk of not being able to return to the U.S. if they leave.
Alternatives to International Study Abroad at Chapman
Students can travel in the U.S. with a driver’s license, state identification card, passport, or other document accepted by the mode of transportation.
- Domestic Semester Program: Washington D.C. semester internship program
- Domestic Travel Courses: faculty-led short-term programs offered over Interterm and Summer
- Domestic Internships: Visit the Career and Professional Development Center
Legal Resources
- American Immigration Lawyers Association
- Immigrant Legal Resource Center: Comprehensive manual, current status, and options
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: Information for current DACA recipients
- See USCIS FAQs
Travel Resources
- ACLU Know Your Rights: What do to when encountering law enforcement at the airport
Higher Education Resources
- NAFSA Association shares information for DACA students
- Pomona College: See "Things to Consider"
- UC Berkeley: Travel Abroad for Undocumented Students
- Penn State: Resources for the Immigrant Community
- California State University Fullerton has also offered to help any college student with regards to DACA and can be contacted at the Titan Dreamers Resource Center at 657-278-3234
