Federal & State financial aid sources require recipients to be U.S. citizens; therefore, these funding opportunities are limited for undocumented students.  Grand Valley State University provides institutional grant assistance which is available for admitted students who are having difficulty paying their tuition, regardless of their citizenship status. 

Scholarship Opportunities

Students are eligible for merit-based scholarships at Grand Valley State University, provided the student meets the minimum academic requirements.  Students are encouraged to use every opportunity before and during college to find internal and external scholarships to offset the cost of attendance.

Scholarship Information for Students Regardless of Citizenship Status

• GVSU myScholarships Database (includes GV scholarship and external scholarship opportunities) 
• U.S. Department of Labor's Free Online Scholarship Search
• Scholarships.com – Undocumented/TPS/DACA Scholarships 
• Scholarships and Funding Tips for Undocumented Students/DREAMers
• National Immigration Law Center – Resources on Financial Aid and Scholarships
• Generation Progress – Scholarships for Undergraduate and Graduate Students

Alternative Loans

Alternative loans are non-Federal loans used to supplement financial aid for credit-worthy students and their families. Grand Valley does not have a preferred lender agreement with any private loan lenders and will work with any lender a student requests. There are some loan servicers that will lend funds to a student/family regardless of citizenship status. To start your search, please visit our alternative loan lender list. 

Additional Resources

• Campus Resources for DACA/Undocumented Students
• If the student is a US Citizen or an eligible Non-Citizen, please click here for more information on completing your FAFSA when your parent/contributor does not have an SSN.

Key Contacts

Alfany Rosales-Muro
[email protected]
Assistant Director of Financial Aid
(616) 331-3234