Undocumented Students Services (USS) Scholarship

UPDATED 3/13/2025

Undocumented Students Services (USS) Scholarship

This $250 scholarship honors students who have shown a strong commitment to both their education and their community as well as demonstrates financial need. It is open to all students who qualify for in-state tuition and demonstrate financial need as determined by the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

Established in Spring 2006, this initiative was made possible through the vision and dedication of Ricardo Ortega, then President of the Mexican American Student Association, with the support of his family and friends. Their efforts continue to provide meaningful opportunities for students pursuing their academic and personal aspirations.
Our ability to determine financial need is important during the scholarship selection process. This information is not reported to anyone; only professional staff in the Undocumented Students Services and professional staff members of the Selection Committee will review it.

Eligibility Requirements

Scholarship recipients must meet the following requirements:

• Must demonstrate financial need based on the CA Dream Act Application (CADAA)
• Must be an undergraduate/graduate student at CPP
• Must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA if undergraduate or a 3.0 cumulative GPA if graduate student.
• Must be enrolled at time of application and at time of disbursement

Application Procedure

Complete the General Application in the Bronco Scholarship Portal and complete the supplemental question. Ensure you touch on what motivates you to pursue a college degree and how this scholarship will support your educational pursuits.

Deadline & Submission

The Undocumented Students Services Scholarship application should be submitted by March 2nd, 2025. Late and/or incomplete applications will NOT be accepted, and no exceptions will be made.

Contact Information

This scholarship is administered by Undocumented Student Services (USS) located at the Bronco Dreamers Resource Center (BDRC). The Bronco Dreamers Resource Center promotes the success of undocumented students at Cal Poly Pomona through a variety of resources, services, and community engagement opportunities. We strive to create a welcoming environment where undocumented students can grow, flourish, and succeed.

If you have questions about the Undocumented Students Services Scholarship – or about the Bronco Dreamers Resource Center, please visit or contact us.

Location: building 26, room 101
Email: dream@cpp.edu
Phone: (909) 869 – 2728
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM

Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM