College Application Advice - Navigating Citizenship Disclosure

College Application Platforms:

• Platforms like the Common App, Coalition Application, and other college application websites will ask for your citizenship status. It’s important to be honest when filling out this section.

Disclosure Outside Applications:

• Beyond the formal application process, it is up to the individual to decide whether to disclose their citizenship status.

• Factors to consider include:

  • Comfort Level: How comfortable are you sharing this information?

  • Trust: Do you trust the person or institution to handle your information responsibly?

  • Necessity: Is sharing your status necessary for the other person to help you effectively?

Examples of Disclosure (These are just examples; not designed to be followed):

• Guidance Counselor/Dean: When emotional support was needed due to citizenship-related challenges.

• College Application Counselor: To seek advice and explore potential resources available for undocumented students during the college application process.

• Admissions Representatives at Colleges: Through email or phone to clarify college policies regarding undocumented students and available resources.