Lived Experiences of Undocumented Latin@ Students: Phenomenological Research Study

Abstract

Undocumented [email protected] students face numerous life experiences. Economic, legal, and social difficulties are just a few examples affecting academic performance and potentially drop out of high school. The labeling as an undocumented [email protected] student increased the probability of non-participators in high school education, reducing college entry options, and societal rejection experiences. The qualitative, phenomenological research study explored the lived experiences of 20 undocumented [email protected] students. The aim was to address the connection between lived experiences of undocumented [email protected] students and the dropout rate in Lincolndale, New York. [email protected] is a term used in contemporary Latin culture to identify diverse Latinos as including gender-neutral members of the Latino community.