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Lane’s Commitment to a safe learning environment

“The [Lane Community College] Board is committed to ensuring access to higher education for a diverse student population by providing a welcoming, safe environment…”
LCC Board of Education Policy 3506, Protection of Immigrant Students

Lane Community College Welcomes and Supports All Students

Lane Community College (LCC) is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for every student. LCC will continue to uphold student privacy, follow all applicable laws, and ensure that every student has access to a respectful and welcoming campus community.

If you are an immigrant or hold Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) or Temporary Protected Status (TPS), you are not eligible for federal financial aid. However, Lane and the State of Oregon offer a variety of programs, services, and financial resources that may help you reach your educational goals. The information and links below are intended to help you navigate those opportunities and connect with support services on campus.

What is DACA?

DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. It is a federal government program that helps some young people who came to the United States from another country before they turned 16 and have lived here for many years. To qualify, individuals must have been in the U.S. since before 2007 and have finished high school or earned a GED. DACA does not provide citizenship, and students who are undocumented, have DACA, or have Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are not eligible for federal financial aid.

February 14, 2018 Update from US Citizenship and Immigration Services

Resources for DACA and Dream Act updates

Previous DACA Statements

Campus Contacts:

Students with questions regarding colleges services for undocumented and DACA students are encouraged to contact:

Carl Yeh
(541) 463-5787
yehc@lanecc.edu

Community members, media, elected officials and others are encouraged to contact:

Brett Rowlett
Executive Director of External Affairs
(541) 463-5850
rowlettb@lanecc.edu

Help Paying for College

Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA)

The Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA) is a form for Oregon students who cannot fill out the FAFSA, which is the federal form used to apply for college financial aid from the U.S. government. The ORSAA helps students who are undocumented or have DACA or TPS apply for state grants, scholarships, and lower tuition costs, including the Oregon Opportunity Grant, Oregon Promise Grant, and some OSAC scholarships. Students should apply as early as possible each year to have the best chance to receive financial aid.

Oregon Opportunity Grant

By completing your ORSAA, you will be considered for the Oregon Opportunity Grant (OOG), Oregon’s largest state grant that helps students pay for college. The grant is for Oregon residents earning their first college degree, and money is given on a first-come, first-served basis each year.

Oregon Promise

The Oregon Promise is a state grant that helps recent high school and GED® graduates pay for tuition at an Oregon community college. To be considered, students must complete both the Oregon Promise application and the ORSAA.

Lane Community College Foundation

The Lane Community College Foundation offers scholarships to new and returning Lane students to help make college more affordable. These scholarships are funded by generous donors and are meant to support students in reaching their education and career goals. Students can apply through the Foundation to be considered for many different scholarship opportunities.

The Ford Family Foundation

The Ford Family Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports students and communities in rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, California. The Foundation offers scholarships for qualifying undocumented students to help pay for college. Eligibility rules and application details are available on The Ford Family Foundation’s website.

Community & State Resources

Community Alliance of Lane County

Community Alliance of Lane County (CALC) is a nonprofit group that has worked since 1966 to make the community more fair, peaceful, and welcoming for everyone. CALC brings people together through education, community action, and partnerships to stand up for human dignity and support social, racial, and economic justice across Lane County.

Catholic Community Services of Lane County

Catholic Community Services of Lane County (CCS) is a nonprofit organization that has helped people in need for over 70 years, including families who are struggling with poverty, housing, or finding basic necessities. CCS provides food, rent and utility help, housing support, refugee and immigrant services, legal and job assistance, and other programs to help people feel safe, supported, and able to build a stable future. CCS offers immigration legal services, help with work authorization and citizenship applications, school and college enrollment support, and job readiness assistance.

Hope and Safety Alliance

Hope & Safety Alliance is a nonprofit group that has helped people who have experienced domestic and sexual violence in Lane County for over 45 years. They provide a 24-hour crisis line and offer safe shelter, legal help, counseling, housing support, food, basic supplies, and transportation, with services available in both English and Spanish.

Oregon For All

Oregon for All is a statewide coalition that works to support immigrant justice and build welcoming communities across Oregon. The organization focuses on education, research, organizing, and policy advocacy to create lasting change and stronger communities. Oregon for All offers downloadable resources, trusted information, leadership development opportunities, and ways to get involved in advocacy that supports immigrant and refugee rights.

Oregon Law Help

Oregon Law Help is a free website that gives clear, trusted legal information to people across Oregon. It explains common legal problems in simple language and helps users find legal aid, court resources, and other support so they can understand their rights and next steps.

Plaza de Nuestra Comunidad

Plaza de Nuestra Comunidad is a new nonprofit created through the unification of Centro Latino Americano, Downtown Languages, and Huerto de la Familia to serve Latino and immigrant families across Lane County with coordinated, culturally responsive support. Together, the organization offers classes, job and citizenship help, health and counseling services, food and gardening programs, and support with basic needs to help families succeed and feel connected to their community..

Volunteers in Medicine Clinic

Volunteers in Medicine Clinic is a nonprofit clinic that helps people in Lane County who do not have health insurance get medical care. The clinic provides free services like regular doctor visits, women’s health care, mental health support, physical therapy, diabetes care, lab tests, medicine, help seeing specialists, and support to quit smoking.

White Bird Clinic

White Bird Clinic is a nonprofit health center that helps people in Lane County care for their physical, mental, and emotional health, especially those who are uninsured, underinsured, disabled, or experiencing homelessness. The clinic offers medical and dental care, mental health and addiction services, crisis support like CAHOOTS, and other community programs to make sure everyone can get the care and support they need.

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