Guidance Consultations

What are guidance consultations?

UC San Diego undergraduate, graduate, and Extension undocumented students may meet with our staff one-on-one to discuss any topics related to their status. Many students rely on this service for graduate school preparation, travel advice, family concerns, personal guidance, legal rights, and referrals.

Currently all appointments with the program manager, assistant coordinator, paralegal, and immigration attorney are available in-person or remotely. Book your appointment HERE.

Our Center provides a safe space for students to share their concerns and disclose their immigration status to trained staff who understand the complexities of undocumented students. Some common questions we receive from our students are:

• Can I study abroad? 
• Is it safe to travel to another state or U.S. territory such as Texas and Puerto Rico?
• Is my financial aid affected by my immigration status?
• Can I renew DACA? Is the program  still available?
• Do I have access to health insurance (SHIP)? 
• Do I need to accept SHIP if I have MediCal?
• Do I qualify for CalFresh?
• How do I get an internship on campus? 
• I am a DACA recipient, what should I put on a job application?
• Should I disclose to a potential employer that I would like to be sponsored?
• Can I work on campus as an undocumented student? 
• What do I need to consider as I look for off-campus housing?

Frequently Asked Questions