Figuring out how to pay for college is a daunting challenge for virtually every community college student. And it is doubly challenging for foreign-educated immigrants, who often have no clue about the kinds of financial assistance that may be available to help them pursue their education in the United States.

Far too many immigrant students underutilize financial aid, often due to misconceptions about their ineligibility. It is therefore essential that community college advisors and instructors have at least some awareness of where to direct students for advice on financial aid issues.