University Of West

Rosemead, CA

Are undocumented students considered international or domestic?: Domestic students
Are you need-blind for undocumented students?: Yes, we are need blind for all students. We highly encourage financial aid counseling appointments to inform students and families of the financial responsibilities, and to help them apply for scholarships & aid.
Does your school provide merit aid specially for undocumented students?: UWest offers 2 scholarships for undocumented students, the Dream Scholarship & the AJ Wang Scholarship– scholarships can also be combined.
How would their status affect their application?: A student’s undocumented status would not affect their application. UWest review all applications as a holistic application, as long as academic requirements are met the application will be reviewed by the Admission committee.
What other piece of advice would you give an undocumented student hoping for admission at your school?: We are a small school of about 300 students, and our population consists of 50% International students. We aid every single to student from the moment they apply all the way through graduation. We encourage undocumented student to keep pursuing your goals, to look for a school that best fits your needs & continue to achieve your goals.
Other admissions information: No but financial aid or enrollment will reach out for financial aid & scholarship opportunities.

Other student life information: Otherwise we can provide resources for outside immigration law questions and issues.