Resources and FAQs

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a program created in 2012 (but has been rescinded) that makes use of discretion to defer removal action against a certain individual for two years. It also provided work authorization for the same time period.

Recipients in Indiana were granted protection from deportation, a social security number, and work authorization. Using these documents students were then able to obtain a drivers’ license or state ID.

Indiana University has long recognized the absolute necessity of a diverse and inclusive community to an excellent education. All IU students, regardless of their background or country of origin, are welcome in our community. Each and every one brings perspectives and experiences that, taken together, enrich the educational experience and prepare our students to thrive in the 21st century. Our student body expresses who we are as a community and reflects our foundational commitment to inclusion and diversity.

As a public institution bound by federal and state laws, Indiana University is able to, and will, take several steps to support all IU students, regardless of personal characteristics or background. To read the full statement visit: https://daca.iu.edu/about/index.html

Generally, no. The very limited exception to this inquiry is if the faculty or staff member works in a capacity to assist DACA students or otherwise assist with immigration questions and the student asks for information or assistance.

In order to comply with House Enrolled Act 1402 and Senate Enrolled Act 590, Indiana University requires all admitted and enrolled students to verify their status. Students will self-identify through One.IU whether they are (1) a US citizen or qualified resident, (2) a student with a valid immigration status, or (3) a non-US citizen without a valid immigration status. Learn more about citizenship verification, or if you have questions, contact the Office of the Registrar at the Indiana University campus you will be attending.

A student's residency classification and citizenship affect their tuition rates. DACA students should contact Student Central to determine their eligibility for in-state tuition.

Yes. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can come to campus for any reason, including with a valid arrest warrant, search warrant, or subpoena for an undocumented student. If you are served with a subpoena or someone from ICE contacts your office, please contact or send them to the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel before releasing any information about a student.

The Office of the Vice President & General Counsel would review the subpoena or warrant and determine its legal obligation under the law. Indiana University faculty and staff are not mandated reporters on the issue of immigration status. We do not voluntarily disclose the immigration status of any of our students.

Any oral or written request you receive should be referred to the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel and Office of the Registrar. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the privacy of information contained in student education records. Information from those records may be shared outside of the university only with the written consent of the student or if an exception to FERPA’s consent requirement applies (e.g., directory information, health and safety emergency). The Registrar’s Office is available to help guide you through issues regarding student records privacy and to respond to requests for student records. Faculty and staff should not, and have no responsibility to, provide information to a federal or state official requesting immediate information on a phone call or during an in-person visit. 

DACA students are not eligible for federal financial aid. Due to Indiana law, DACA students are also not eligible for state financial aid.

There are a variety of schoalrships available for students regardless of their immigration status. For a list of scholarships and other resources, visit the financial resources page.

If a student has a valid work authorization (employment authorization document) they can be hired as an employee (hourly, temporary, etc.). DACA students at IU cannot be paid via scholarship or stipend. Graduate students with DACA qualify for a Student Academic Appointment provided thye have a valid work authorization.

Students can find their campus' primary contact by selecting the appropriate link below on this page.

The home page of this website, daca.iu.edu, is also regularly updated with current legal proceedings and links to further resources.