RCCD Institutions Follow the California Values Act

Under SB 54 and AB 21, the Riverside Community College District, its colleges, and its personnel will not actively aid, assist, or contribute to the enforcement of immigration actions taken at the federal level. Your safety and belonging at MVC is of utmost importance.

The California Community Colleges provided legal advisory 18-01 on November 15, 2024 that outlines this “commitment to the safety and well-being of all of our students, faculty, staff, and administrators.” RCCD continues to follow this advisory.

Legal Advisory 18-01 (pdf) What to do if ICE Visits (pdf) Resources

Dreamers Welcome

At MVC, your success is our priority. We're proud to be home to and support dreamers. Our community of allies is ready and willing to help every undocumented student on their personal and academic journeys.

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Support is Available

We understand the unique challenges of undocumented students, and offer a wide rage of support services designed to assist you in meeting your educational goals.

  • Financial Aid
  • Counseling and Advising
  • Basic Needs and Wellness
  • Academic Support
  • Access to Legal Support

Join us for Undocumented Student Success Week

Undocumented Student Success Week is a call to action that uplifts the voices, resilience, and contributions of students impacted by immigration status. This week, we have a variety of events centered around allyship and providing support to our undocumented student population.

Monday, October 13

Dream Center Open House, 7:30 - 10 am

  • Welcome Center, Room 173
  • Morning welcome and T-shirt giveaway. Enjoy champurrado, café de la olla, hot chocolate, and conchas. Free T-shirts while supplies last!

Tuesday, October 14

TODEC Flex/Student Presentation, 2 - 4 pm

  • Hosted via Zoom, no registration required.
  • A workshop for faculty and staff regarding immigrant rights and updates about current policies regarding immigration.

Wednesday, October 15

Punch & Paint: Dream Butterflies, Noon - 2 pm

  • Coudures Plaza
  • Join us for an creative expression day art activity celebrating resilience and dreams.

Cash For College Workshop, 1 - 3 pm

  • Welcome Center, Room 103
  • Get one-on-one support with your FAFSA or CA Dream Act application at MVC’s free Cash for College workshop.

TODEC Flex/Student Presentation, 2 - 4 pm

  • Hosted via Zoom, no registration required.
  • A workshop for faculty and staff regarding immigrant rights and updates about current policies regarding immigration.

Keeping The Promise Webinar, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

  • Hosted via Zoom, registration required.
  • Support services and immigration legal resources for California Community College Students. Hosted by the California Community Colleges Foundation

Thursday, October 16

UndocuStudent Resource Fair, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

  • Coudures Plaza, no registration required.
  • Featuring RUHS, TODEC, Mexican Consulate with information on health services, legal aid, and community support. Lunch provided by Grillz Tri-Tip.

Continue the Dream Webinar, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

  • Hosted via Zoom, registration required.
  • Financial aid, dual enrollment, guaranteed transfer, bachelors degree program and career education opportunities. Hosted by the California Community Colleges Foundation.

Friday, October 17

Financial Aid Resources for Dreamers, 10 - 11 am

  • Hybrid Zoom and in Welcome Center, Room 103
  • Financial aid assistance and resources available to undocumented and non-resident students through the California Dream Act

Learn More

Discover more about key topics relevant to undocumented and immigrant students.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a federal process that defers removal action of an individual by USCIS for a specified number of years.

  • It is not the same as financial aid
  • It does not grant lawful immigration status
  • It does allow individuals to apply for a SSN and work authorization

How does this impact your financial aid applications? California Dreamers should file a CA Dream Act Application instead of a FAFSA and submit a Non-SSN GPA. If you or your school submits your certified GPA using your DACA SSN, make sure you include that DACA SSN on question #8 of your CA Dream Act Application.

Learn more about DACA

The California Dream Act of 2011 is the result of two bills, Assembly Bill 130 (AB 130) and Assembly Bill 131 (AB 131). Together, these bills allow undocumented and documented students who meet certain provisions of AB 540 law (see below) to apply for and receive private scholarships funneled through public universities (AB 130), state-administered financial aid, university grants, and community college fee waivers (AB 131).

The annual deadline to apply for the California Dream Act Application is March 2. Students must complete this application annually.

CA Dream Act Nonresident Tuition

Promise Program

The Promise Program is open to all recent high school graduates, regardless of immigration status (though you meet AB540 qualifications). Full-time students accepted into the Promise Program will receive FREE tuition and fees, book support, and a dedicated community of scholars and staff to support you on your path to completion. Certain restrictions apply.

Learn about College Promise

Scholarships

MVC encourages all students, regardless of citizenship status, to apply for scholarships to ease the financial burden of attending college. MVC students have the option to apply for annual scholarships offered by the Riverside Community College District (RCCD) Foundation, or to explore scholarship options from community organizations. Deadlines and eligibility requirements vary, but scholarship awards are a great way to supplement your college expenses.

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Non-resident students who live outside of California or internationally receive a phenomenal education, but are required to pay additional fees as their state and local taxes do not help subsidize their college tuition. You may be eligible for an exemption if you are a refugee student or are able to establish residency in Riverside County.

The State of California further provides for students who have been granted special immigrant visas or were admitted to the United States as refugees the right to be exempt from paying non-resident tuition. This is covered by Assembly Bill AB 2210 and Article 6 “Exceptions to Residence Determination.” MVC has exemptions available for those who qualify under Assembly Bill 540, Senate Bill 141, and Assembly Bill 2210.

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How Do California Community Colleges Help Undocumented Students? video
How Do California Community Colleges Help Undocumented Students?

Contact Us

The DREAM Center provides a space for student services to connect with students seeking information about financial aid, student rights, and more. Stop by to discover resources tailored to immigrant and undocumented students.

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Free legal assistance

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TODEC offers immigration assistance

The Perris-based TODEC Legal Center provides local residents with free DACA renewal application, legal and USCIS fee help. Take advantage of their free services by filling our their online application form. A TODEC staff member will follow up with your request. You will receive a telephone call from our scheduling department 1 to 4 business days after your request is received, excluding Holidays observed and Weekends.

Support is available in both English and Español.

Request free legal DACA help

Resources

 
  • CCCCO UndocuLiaison Drop-In Hours: On the third Wednesday of the month, 1 - 1:45 pm, the CCCCO offers free monthly drop-in office hours on a virtual basis to support communication between UndocuLiaisons and the Chancellor's office. Stop by, no RSVP needed, to ask questions about serving undocumented students and DRC funding. This is a resource to help staff support students.

 

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