Undocumented Student Information

Information for Undocumented Students

Carroll College supports the efforts of all students in their goal of obtaining a higher education degree.  While undocumented students are not eligible for federal financial aid, Carroll offers undocumented students who've been accepted for admission the opportunity to receive institutional financial aid. Students accepted for admission are evaluated for eligibility to receive institutional merit and need-based financial aid.  Merit awards are offered to both incoming freshman and transfer students.  Freshman merit awards are determined based upon the applicant’s cumulative high school GPA and ACT or SAT test scores.  Transfer student merit awards are determined based upon the applicant's academic based college GPA.  Carroll College scholarships and grants are available for students pursuing their first baccalaureate degree.  Post-baccalaureate degrees do not qualify for Carroll gift aid.

2026-2027 Academic Awards

New Freshman Students
Scholarship Level Amount
Bishop Carroll Scholarship $26,000
Presidential Scholarship $24,000
Trustee Scholarship $22,000
All Saints Award $20,000
Founders Award $18,000

Bishop Carroll, Presidential, Trustee, All Saints, and Founders Scholarships/Awards are offered up to four consecutive years of study. Students must be in good academic standing and be enrolled full-time and remain a campus resident to retain the award.

Carroll College's commitment as a residential college is affirmed by its policy of awarding financial aid that is intended to assist with direct cost for tuition, fees, college-owned housing, and board. If a student is approved to live off campus or does not enroll in campus housing, Carroll College merit scholarships will be reduced by $4,000.

As part of the application to Carroll College, incoming freshman students are automatically considered for one of our Freshman Merit Awards. These awards are based upon the student's cumulative high school GPA and ACT or SAT test scores. To obtain an estimated merit award, use the Net Price Calculator Tool. Institutional gift aid is available for fall and spring semesters only and is not available for study abroad programs. 

Transfer Merit Scholarships 2026-2027

Transfer Merit Scholarships 2026-2027
Type Amount Requirement
Presidential Scholarship $20,000 3.50 or above College GPA
Trustee Scholarship $18,000 3.00-3.49 College GPA
All Saints Award $16,000 2.50-2.99 College GPA

Transfer Award

New transfer students qualify for a $2,000 per year Transfer Award. The award is offered for up to 4 consecutive full-time years. Students must be in good academic standing and be enrolled full-time to retain the award. Receipt of athletic scholarships will reduce or may cancel this award.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships

New transfer students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society are eligible for an additional $2,000 scholarship. Dual enrollment high school students are not eligible. Students must indicate membership in Phi Theta Kappa on their transfer application for admission. The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship may be combined with other institutional scholarships and need-based grants. Students must be in good academic standing and be enrolled full-time to retain the award. Receipt of athletic scholarships will reduce or may cancel this award.

2026-2027 Need-Based Grants

Undocumented students are not currently eligible for any federal aid and must NOT file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). However, students with demonstrated financial need may be eligible for additional institutional need-based aid resources. Undocumented students who have been accepted for admission must complete a paper Undocumented Student Financial Aid Form in order for the Financial Aid Director to determine financial need. Upon receipt of the completed form, the Financial Aid Director will prepare a financial aid award letter outlining the financial aid resources available to the student. Students must be in good academic standing and be enrolled full-time to retain need-based grants. Receipt of athletic and/or activity scholarships will reduce or may cancel need-based grants.

Additional Resources

NASFAA Tip sheet for undocumented students
Undocumented students face unique challenges in their quest to obtain a postsecondary education. This tip sheet is designed to help students with some of the pressing questions they have while contemplating whether or not they can enroll in school.

Scholarship Information
Students can apply for any scholarship that does not require U.S. citizenship and/or state residency. Even if the application asks for a social security number, it is wise to ask whether an Individual Taxpayer Number (ITIN) will be sufficient. (See how to obtain an ITIN).