Eligibility

1. Be a U.S. citizen or meet residency requirements for federal student financial assistance. Determine residency requirements from Federal Student Aid.
2. Be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at UW-Milwaukee
3. Meet TRIO Federal eligibility guidelines:
   • First-generation college student
     • First generation college students are defined as those whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a Bachelor’s degree.
       
   • Meet federal income guidelines
     • Each year, the U.S. Department of Education publishes guidelines which define low income based on family size.
   • Have a qualifying documented disability
     • Disability refers to students with a physical or mental impairment which limits a major life activity. This includes learning disabilities. Such disabilities need to be documented.