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Welcome, Undocumented Students 

Dutchess Community College believes everyone deserves equal opportunity and access to higher education – regardless of citizenship status or national origin.  

Diversity Makes Us Stronger

>DCC was built on the belief that every person should be given the opportunity to pursue academic and career goals. Whether you are undocumented or protected under DACA, we encourage you to apply for admission to DCC without hesitation. We are proud to welcome you to the DCC community. Your presence and participation in academic and campus activities enriches the experience for us all.

Our Commitment to You

At DCC, our goal is to ensure every student is able to attend classes in an environment that’s supportive, free from fear and sensitive to any unique challenges they may be facing. We do not identify or track students by citizenship status. We never provide student information to immigration officials unless we are ordered to do so by law.

Take the Next Step

Find out if DCC is right for you by speaking to one of our admissions counselors. Our team of education experts is available to answer general questions about the application process, registration and academic programs. During these sessions, you'll meet one-on-one to discuss your specific interests and questions about DCC. You may select an online video conversation or a phone call.

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Student Financial Services can also help answer questions about in-state tuition requirements. You also may qualify for  merit scholarships from the DCC Foundation, as the FAFSA requirement is waived for students who are unable to complete it.

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For more information or to be connected to the DCC Undocumented Student Group or others who can provide assistance, contact:

Steven Posada
Chair, Dutchess Consortium for Undocumented Students 
steven.posada@sunydutchess.edu
(845) 431-8017
Location: Taconic Hall 307

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Office of Admissions

101 Orcutt Student Services Center
Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: (845) 431-8010
Email: admissions@sunydutchess.edu

53 Pendell Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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