Contributors
This toolkit was compiled principally by Cristina Chávez, with contributions from Alejandro Angarita. It was edited by Tanya Broder, with help from Adey Fisseha and Richard Irwin.
Please send any corrections or suggestions to Tanya Broder.
Improving Access to Postsecondary Education for Immigrant Students
Resources on State Campaigns for Tuition Equity, Scholarships, and Financial Aid
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Background on Tuition Equity Measures
State Laws & Policies
Maps: State Laws & Policies on Access to Higher Education for Immigrants
Table: Laws & Policies Improving Access to Higher Education for Immigrants
States with Pending Bills on Access to Higher Education for Immigrants
Model Language: Tuition Equity
Student Profiles
Estimates of Eligible Students
Undocumented Youth Comprise a Small Segment of the Student Population
Selected State Estimates
Sample State Fiscal Analyses
Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon
Social & Economic Impact of Improving Access to Higher Education for Immigrant Students
General Findings from a 2008 Report
Investing in Post-Secondary Education Yields Higher Earnings and Increased State Revenues
Tuition Equity Policies Reduce Drop-Out Rates and Increase Access to College
A State’s Economic Competitiveness Depends on Maintaining a Highly Educated Populace
Resources on Social & Economic Contributions of Immigrants
Public Opinion: The Public Supports Increasing Access to Higher Education for Immigrant Students
Legal Challenges
Tuition Equity Laws Have Withstood Legal Challenges
Banning Students from Enrolling in Postsecondary Institutions
Resources for Organizers
Framing the Message: Improving Access to Higher Education for a State’s High School Graduates, Regardless of Their Status
Letters, Testimony & Videos
Organizing Packets
Fact Sheets & One-Pagers
Myths v. Facts, Petitions, Action Alerts
News Articles & News Videos
Resources on Financial Aid, Scholarships & Student Advocacy Groups
Resources on Financial Aid & Scholarships for Students Regardless of Status
Immigrant Rights, Student Advocacy Groups & Other Resources
