Apply for College as an undocumented/DREAMer/DACA student

Welcome to Cañada College!

First, you may apply to Canada College, Apply for California Financial Aid, Attend New Student Orientation and Assessment Services, Attend a Counseling session, and schedule a meeting the Dream Center Program Services Coordinator. You have the right to pursue an education!

1. Apply to Cañada College

• Everyone has a right to receive an education, regardless of immigration status. 
• Start by creating an OpenCCC account. 
• For Application Support, join a Virtual Application Workshop via Zoom with College Recruiter Mayra Arellano.

2. Submit California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Affidavit

• Submit “California Nonresident Tuition Exemption” affidavit form to Admissions & Records Office.

3. Apply to California Financial Aid 

• Visit the "Pay for College" link for more information.

4. Attend New Student Orientation and Assessment Services

• To register for Orientation, call (650) 306-3452.
• Online Orientation is available, you may schedule an orientation through WebSmart.

5. Attend a Counseling Session

• To schedule a Counseling Appointment call (650) 306-3452 or visit BLDG 9 Welcome Center to help develop your educational plan, clear pre-requisite requirements and select classes.
• For more information, click on the Counseling Center link.

6. Meet with the Dream Center Program Services Coordinator

• To schedule a meeting with Saúl Miranda by call: (650) 306-3466, email: mirandas@smccd.edu, or visit BLDG 9 Room 219B in the Learning Center to receive additional resources.