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Brooklyn College is dedicated to educating and advocating for all its immigrant students and families. To help you know your rights and thrive in your educational journey, we provide guidance and resources that can help you stay safe and focused no matter your citizenship status. Our staff is here for you. If you have concerns or questions, reach out to us. You are not alone—Brooklyn College stands with you. See below for a few of the measures we are taking to protect and empower our students.
If you are a recent applicant or newly admitted immigrant student, CUNY has resources just for you.
Legal services are provided by Luz Medrano, our CUNY Citizenship Now! (CCN!) attorney.
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CUNY offers free, high-quality, and confidential immigration law services to help you and your family on your path to U.S. citizenship.
Know Your Rights Workshop
The Immigrant Student Success Office (ISSO) at Brooklyn College provides legal services, mentoring, fellowships, counseling, and other supports designed to meet the needs of immigrant students regardless of status.
VISIT ISSO
As the nation’s largest urban public university system, CUNY is dedicated to educating and advocating for the immigrant students and families who make up the lifeblood of our city and state. These resources will help you know your rights and thrive in your educational journey.
Understanding Your Status College, Career, and Government Resources Paying for College
Throughout its history, Brooklyn College has welcomed students excluded elsewhere, including immigrants from around the globe. We are a richer academic community because of our great diversity. We believe in inclusion and access to public education, and we will work to protect and support our undocumented students on their journey toward achieving their dreams.