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DACA Student Loans: Options and Strategies for Dreamers

DACA recipients can’t get federal loans, but there are other funding options, including private loans, scholarships, and grants.

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By Aly J. Yale

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Aly J. Yale

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Aly J. Yale is a personal finance journalist with more than 12 years of experience. Her work has been featured by Forbes, Fox Business, The Motley Fool, Bankrate, and The Balance.

Edited by Richard Richtmyer

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Richard Richtmyer

Richard Richtmyer is a senior editor with over 20 years of finance experience. He's an expert on student loans, capital markets, investing, real estate, technology, business, government, and politics.

Updated January 13, 2025

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