Incoming Anteaters

Welcome New Anteater!

We are so happy you are here!

Use this site as a guide to finding out what resources are available to you from the DREAM Center as a first-year student.

Want to stay updated on events over the summer?

Check out our Incoming Student Checklist!

More Resources for Incoming Students

Get Involved:

The DREAM Scholars is a collaborative program in partnership with Student Success Initiatives.

Our main goal is to support students with personalized attention to ultimately help them improve their academic performance and gain a unique educational experience.

Benefits

Improve your academic performance
Build community with other undocumented students
Network with faculty and staff
Gain access to a free textbook loan program, free printing, and more!

Requirements:

Be a current undocumented first year (freshman or transfer) student at UCI
Attend a weekly group seminar

* Find more information and resources at http://ssi.uci.edu/dreamscholars/ *

First Year Experience:

Hear from five first-year Anteaters who will highlight their insights as students at UCI. The five student speakers will touch on their journey to UCI, the transition to their first year in college, and some tips and advice for prospective and incoming students.

View the recording here: https://youtu.be/8rLGhTUWUYg

Visit the DREAM Center Self Care Room:

Click on the picture above to be directed to the self care room.

Visit Our Self Care Room

More Resources:

Pro-staff Contact Information & Appointment links Housing Summer Programs for First-Years and Transfer Students

Pro-staff Contact Information & Appointment links

Make an Appointment with Us!

Dr. Angela Chen, Director

Luis Fuentes, Program Coordinator

Alejandra Jeronimo, Program Coordinator

Housing

The UCI DREAM Center hosts two themed houses in Arroyo Vista available specifically for undocumented students. Applications open in spring.

Applying for housing steps:

https://housing.uci.edu/apply/How_To_Apply.html
Undocumented Student Theme House Application COMING SOON!

Please email Dr. Laura Enriquez, faculty-in-residence and Assistant Professor of Chicano/Latino Studies (lenriqu1@uci.edu) to learn more.

Summer Programs for First-Years and Transfer Students

Freshman Edge (2022 Dates COMING SOON)

Bridge Scholarship & Financial Aid

You may be eligible to apply for a Summer Bridge Scholarship, as part of the Freshman Edge program, in partnership with Student Success Initiatives. Other summer financial aid options may be available through the UCI Office of Financial Aid.

Transfer Boost & Transfer Edge

- Transfer Boost Session I:
  - Transfer Boost provides incoming transfer students enrolled in Summer Session I with a series of helpful workshops that introduces UCI resources and strategies for success.
- Transfer Edge Session II:
  - This program is tailored to your unique experience as a transfer student and embraces your previous college experience while preparing you for a smooth transition to UCI and the quarter system. Transfer Edge participants:
    - Earn UCI units toward their degree
    - Learn how to utilize UCI's key resources
    - Are informed of programs and opportunities before the fall quarter begins

How to Find the UCI DREAM Center:

The UCI DREAM Center and UC Immigrant Legal Services have moved!

You can now find us on the 4th floor of the Student Center South building, G458, also known as the RISE - Rooted in Student Empowerment Suite. We are co-located in this RISE Suite with the Latinx Resource Center, Womxn's Center for Success, and Sustainability Resource Center.

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

How to Find the UCI DREAM Center: https://youtu.be/cQa4iJl_Iws

How to Find the UCI DREAM Center | Wheel Chair Access: https://youtu.be/HqEnlWrRau0