TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship Program 2026-2027
TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship 2026 is a special type of scholarship for undocumented students who are living in such states of US with no effective access to the college. That is they live in states where it is very difficult for them to get into college or study. These states are called "Locked-Out States". Here they either have to pay very expensive college fees for out-of-state tuition. The purpose of this scholarship is to give young people who are very hardworking and intelligent, but are not able to go to college in the United States due to their immigration, the opportunity to get a college education and fulfill their dreams.
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What will you get in TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship?
If you get this scholarship, you will receive:
· Full tuition and living expenses: This scholarship covers your university tuition, fees, on-campus housing, and meals.
· Large amounts: You can receive up to $100,000 (one hundred thousand US dollars) for a bachelor's degree (four-year degree).
· Annually renewable: If you continue to excel in your studies, this scholarship will be awarded every year until you complete your degree.
· Support and guidance: It's not just money, but you also receive support and guidance throughout college life.
Who can apply for TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship? (Eligibility)
This scholarship is for students who:
· Are undocumented, or have DACA or TPS.
· Came to the United States before the age of 16. (If you were born in the United States, you are not eligible.)
· Have arrived in the United States before November 1, 2019 and have been living there continuously since then.
· Have a significant financial need. That is, they cannot afford college on their own.
· Live in a "Locked-Out State" and have graduated or are about to graduate from a high school in that state. These are states where tuition is expensive or admission is difficult.
· Have a minimum 2.5 GPA in high school (i.e., are good at academics).
· Want to attend a college that is a "Partner College" of TheDream.US (i.e., a college that accepts this scholarship and that will be in a different state from where you will be living).
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Important
This scholarship is not for international students. It is only for students who are "undocumented" in the United States and meet certain requirements. This scholarship is specifically for "Dreamers" within the United States.
How to apply for TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship?
You will need to:
- Visit the TheDream.US website and fill out an online application.
- Provide your educational information and financial circumstances.
- You may also need to write an essay.
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When to apply for TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship? (Deadline)
Scholarship applications open in November and close by the end of January. The applications for 2026–27 round will open on 1 November 2025 and closed on January 31, 2026. To know more information visit the official link here.