DACA and Undocumented Students
Bryn Mawr College is dedicated to expanding educational access and rejecting all forms of discrimination, including those based on national origin. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and have created policies and resources in support of that commitment.
This website is intended to remind the community of the following College policies and practices as they affect undocumented and international students and reaffirm our commitment to welcoming all students, regardless of national origin or citizenship status.
Admissions and Financial Aid Information
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We value our diverse community and its power to help students become well-rounded and engaged citizens. Bryn Mawr College does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship in our admissions process, and undocumented and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students graduating from U.S. high schools or earning a high school equivalency diploma in the U.S. are encouraged to apply.
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The College will continue to welcome applicants and to support students of all nationalities and religions.
- We will continue to meet full, demonstrated financial need for all students, including undocumented and international students, enrolled at Bryn Mawr.
“Undocumented students have been valuable members of our community, and have contributed and will continue to contribute their talents across professional fields.”
Confidentiality and Protections for Students
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The College will not release information about students’ citizenship or immigration status (including information regarding students’ visas and Green Cards) unless presented with a subpoena or similar legal requirement.
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The College does not use E-Verify to verify a student’s (or staff member’s) eligibility to work at the College.
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Campus Safety will not be involved with enforcing federal immigration laws, including Green Card and visa issues, nor will they inquire about or record a student’s immigration status when interacting with students. Law enforcement officials seeking to come on campus are expected to check in first with Campus Safety and present a warrant or other enforceable legal instrument.
Legal Assistance
Members of the community who are seeking immigration legal advice can find a licensed attorney using AILA’s Lawyer Search. In the past, community members have used Klasko Immigration Law Partners, which offers 15-minute consultations for students, faculty and staff of client organizations. For more information, contact Leslie Castrejon at lcastrejon@brynmawr.edu.
Messages to the Bryn Mawr Community
- Message on DACA Decision from the Supreme Court, June 22, 2020
- Update on Judicial Review of DACA, October 8, 2019
- A Message Regarding DACA, April 10, 2018
- A Message From President Cassidy Regarding DACA, Sept. 7, 2017
- Message to the Community from President Cassidy and Dean Walters, Feb. 24, 2017
- Announcement from President Cassidy and Dean Walters, Jan. 29, 2017
- Support for DACA and Undocumented Students, Dec. 2, 2016
Selected Advocacy and Action by Bryn Mawr College
- Amicus brief supporting DACA, U.S. Supreme Court, Oct. 4, 2019
- Support for Dream and Promise Act of 2019, June 3, 2019
- Call for Congressional Action on DACA, Jan. 22, 2019
- Previous statements and actions
Resources for DACA and Undocumented Students
Breaking Barriers - A program for first-generation, limited-income and undocumented students
The Impact Center
610-526-6588
breakingbarriers@brynmawr.edu
Office of Financial Aid
Benham-Gateway Building
610-526-5245
finaid@brynmawr.edu
General Student Advising
Dean’s Office: Guild L-04
610-526-5375
Religious and Spiritual Support
Nora Woods
Interfaith Chaplain
The Impact Center
610-526-6952
nwoods@brynmawr.edu
Counseling
Health and Wellness Center
610-526-7360
Getting Involved
Ellie Esmond
Director of Service and Leadership Programs
Civic Engagement Office
610-526-6591
eesmond@brynmawr.edu
For Prospective
Undergraduate Students
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
610-526-5152
admissions@brynmawr.edu
For Prospective
Graduate Students
Office of Graduate Admissions
610-526-5100
gradadmissions@brynmawr.edu
Additional Resources
United We Dream
https://unitedwedream.org
Immigration Legal Resource Center
https://ilrc.org
National Immigration Law Center
https://nilc.org/issues/daca