First-Gen+ Scholarships

Step 1: Understanding How Scholarships Work Check out this guide to understand when to apply –> Scholarships Timeline – UWM Student Financial Services

Step 2: FAFSA Check out this link for more information on how to fill it out –> How to Complete the FAFSA – BigFuture | College Board

**Check here for more general scholarship help –> Getting Started – UWM Student Financial Services

Step 3: UWM Scholarship Portal login with your ePanther ID, fill out the general application –> Our Opportunities – UW-Milwaukee Panther Scholarship Portal

copy & paste these key words to search for:

  • U1.0
  • First Generation or First-Generation
  • First Gen or First-Gen
  • 1st Gen or 1st-Gen
  • …

Step 4: Check for External Opportunities You can do this within the UWM Scholarship portal!

UWM operates several different centers to support students in their academic, personal and professional growth, and we aim to enhance students’ knowledge and skills both inside and outside the classroom. UWM is also dedicated to preparing our students to meet workforce demands at the regional, state and global levels. The services provided by these centers play a vital role in helping students deepen their understanding of different perspectives and collaborate more effectively with people from various backgrounds and experiences. The centers regularly collaborate with each other and other campus units to provide exceptional programming and services to students, faculty, staff and the community. The centers and their programs and events are open to all students. Some programs and events may also be open to faculty, staff, and the community.