Resources
We recognize that this issue is causing uncertainty and anxiety for many members of the PCC community. Please know that you are valuable members of our community, and we support our DREAMers and community members with mixed status! We encourage you to utilize the PCC and community resources listed on the right and reach out for support whenever you need it.
Sanctuary college: a place for all
See the complete statement, board resolution, and PCC procedure regarding immigration enforcement. The PCC community reaffirms Portland Community College’s support of and commitment to our DREAMers, DACA, and mixed status students.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
What is DACA?
On June 15, 2012, the Secretary of Homeland Security announced that certain people who came to the United States as children and meet several guidelines may request consideration of deferred action for a period of 2 years, subject to renewal. They are also eligible to request work authorization. Deferred action is an exercise of prosecutorial discretion to defer removal action against an individual for a certain period of time. More information and updates can be found at uscis.gov/DACA.
What steps should DREAMers and DACA students take at this time?
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is not accepting new DACA applications from people who have not been granted DACA previously. USCIS is still accepting DACA renewal applications, however, under the latest policy, but this may change based on the Fifth Circuit or U.S. Supreme Court decisions, discussed further below.
How to renew?
You should apply for a renewal of your DACA renewal and work permit, as early as possible.
- Requirements: Prior approval is required, payment for USCIS fees and the submission of 2 passport photos.
- Online Renewal: Total $555 ($470 for I-765 + $85 for I-821D)
- Paper Renewal: Total $605 ($520 for I-765 + $85 for I-821D)
- Financial assistance with application renewal is available only to current PCC students. For further information, contact us at unity@pcc.edu.
Legal support services
SOAR Immigration Legal Services is a free legal clinic at PCC and can help you file a DACA application, renewal and other immigration legal consultation.