DACA recipient couldn’t afford ASU, so he is going to Harvard.

Darian's original college plan was to attend Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University. But because of a 2006 law in Arizona, he's not eligible for in-state tuition or public scholarships. So now he's going to Harvard because it is a more affordable option for Darian and his family.

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Aliento Feature: Darian Benitez

Hello! My name is Darian Benitez Sanchez and I am a student at Brophy College Prep. I am currently seventeen years old and I am part of the 2019-2020 Aliento Fellows cohort.

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