Eligibility
Be a U.S. citizen or meet residency requirements for federal student financial assistance. Determine residency requirements from Federal Student Aid.
Be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at UW-Milwaukee
Meet TRI O 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.
