If students know they can go to college, they have a goal to work towards; Being college-bound helps keep students in school and out of trouble. While some students may not feel as though they have a lot of options, having a college education is something a person can be proud of and can see as an example of self-determination.
Studies have show that people who go to college are also more likely to have longer lives, have better health and more likely to give back to their communities.
Here are some resources on how to support an undocumented student. Some are general and applicable to all supporters, others are more specific to your role in relation to the student.