At Western Washington University, there are a number of programs and services with specific supports for undocumented students, including:

• Admissions staff can help with the application process and answer questions you may have about Western.  
• Financial Aid Department are available by phone, in-person, or email to assist with financial aid related questions. They can support you as you navigate the WASFA application.
• Scholarship Center staff are available to provide information on financial resources and offer support for undocumented students.
• Counseling and Wellness Center facilitates student success and psychological well-being through culturally sensitive clinical services, outreach, and consultation.
• Basic Needs is a hub and team at WWU where students can find comprehensive support for their essential needs, working to ensure that students have access to resources they need to thrive academically, pursue their career goals, and foster meaningful relationships.
• Short-term Emergency Housing is managed by the Office of Student Life. Students may apply for short-term, emergency housing to secure their basic shelter needs in a temporary space. Contact Student Life to request emergency housing and discuss potential financial options by emailing student.life@wwu.edu or calling 360-650-3706.
• Campus Food Pantries are available at Western in five locations on campus open to all students. In general, each pantry is open when the building is open. Contact each department or college for more information.
  • VU WHOLE Pantry (VU 435)
  • Fairhaven College Pantry (Fairhaven 3rd floor)
  • CEED Food Pantry (MH 150)
  • Journalism Pantry (CF 257)
  • Linguistics Department Pantry (BH 403)
• Career Services Center provides resources for undocumented students around continuing education, jobs, and completing applications and other forms.
• Career Closet is available for students and alumni to acquire free professional business attire appropriate for job or grad school interviews, networking events, career fairs, or for any reason that professional attire may be needed. Schedule an appointment at the Career Services Center in Old Main 280 or call 360-650-3240 to visit the Career Closet.
• Education Abroad supports meaningful educational opportunities abroad for all students, faculty, and staff.  Before Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) was rescinded, DACA provided a pathway for undocumented students to study abroad by applying for Advance Parole. Advance Parole was essentially permission to re-enter the United States after traveling abroad. Along with the announcement of rescinding DACA, the U.S. government immediately stopped accepting applications for Advance Parole, preventing DACA students from being able to study abroad and re-enter the U.S. without detention.
• The Centers for Student Access, Community, and Intercultural Engagement is home to Multicultural Student Services, LGBTQ+ Western, and Disability Access and Outreach Centers. Build community and engage in identity and leadership development with the support of professionals and peers!
• Ethnic Student Center and Club Hub are where you can learn about and join a student organization/club on campus! The Ethnic Student was established in 1991 and is open to all students. The ESC aims to support students in affirming their identity, building a sense of community, and cultivating leadership.
• Blue Group has been providing support and advocacy to undocumented students at WWU since 2013.
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about attending WWU as an undocumented student.