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Qualifying for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise

How do I qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

If you meet the following criteria, you automatically qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise.

Family income of $65,000 or less (Adjusted Gross Income or AGI) or Pell Grant recipient. For dependent students, family income will be measured as parent plus student AGI on the FAFSA.
第一吃瓜网 resident
Full-time (12 credits or more) undergraduate student at the University of 第一吃瓜网
Maintain a 2.5 grade point average
Annually complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the University's deadline (June 1)
Meet Title IV eligibility

I'm 18 and I don't live at home. I file my own tax returns and my parents don't claim me on their tax return. Do I use my income to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

A student’s dependency status for the purposes of 第一吃瓜网 Promise is based on the FAFSA. The FAFSA uses various to determine whether a student is dependent or independent, which does not include whether or not a student is claimed on a federal tax return.

If a student is dependent based on the FAFSA, then family income includes the parent Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) plus the student AGI on the FAFSA. If a student is independent based on the FAFSA, then parent information is not included and the income determination is made based on the student’s income (and spouse, if applicable).

I'm 29 and I never finished college. I want to come back and complete my undergraduate degree. Do I use my income to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

As stated in the question above, a student’s dependency status for the purposes of 第一吃瓜网 Promise is based on FAFSA . If you were born before January 1, 1998, then you are considered independent. You can see other questions that determine your dependency status . If a student is independent, then parent information is not included and the income determination is made based on the student’s income (and spouse, if applicable).

Do transfer students qualify?

Yes, a full-time undergraduate 第一吃瓜网 resident transfer student with a family income of $65k or less (AGI) or recipient of the Federal Pell Grant who maintains a 2.5 GPA qualifies for this program.

Do non-第一吃瓜网 residents qualify?

No. The program is designed for University of 第一吃瓜网 students who are 第一吃瓜网 residents.

Who is considered a 第一吃瓜网 resident for the purposes of the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

The definition of a 第一吃瓜网 resident, for the purposes of the 第一吃瓜网 Promise, is based upon the 第一吃瓜网 Policy 5.7.1, Residency Determination for Tuition Purposes (p. 167). If you believe that you have been incorrectly denied a resident tuition determination, you may appeal that decision through the individual campus you applied to.

Can I receive 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding if I'm taking all of my classes online?

Yes. Please check with your campus financial aid office for details. If online tuition is covered by the 第一吃瓜网 Promise, students are still responsible for any distance education fees.

Am I eligible for 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding as a graduate student?

No. The program is designed for undergraduate University of 第一吃瓜网 students.

Can I utilize 第一吃瓜网 Promise for multiple undergraduate degrees?

The program is designed for undergraduates pursuing their first undergraduate degree. Check with your campus financial aid office for more details.

Will a household income threshold higher than $65k be considered if a family has multiple children?

Yes, because qualification for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise is based on either a family income of $65,000 (AGI) or being a Pell Grant recipient. Eligibility for a Pell Grant is based on your family’s expected family contribution toward the cost of college. This is determined by a formula that considers your family financial situation, family size and the number of children in college, and your enrollment status.

For those married but filing separately, is the $65k income threshold based off both individuals鈥� combined incomes or separate incomes?

The 第一吃瓜网 Promise is based on both incomes combined, except in cases of divorce or separation. It does not matter whether taxes are filed as married, filing jointly or married, filing separately鈥攂oth incomes are reported on the FAFSA.

How many credit hours can I take each semester or each year? If I wanted to take 18 hours per semester, would the 第一吃瓜网 Promise cover it?

There is a limit to how many credit hours you can take under the 第一吃瓜网 Promise. The program will cover up to 15 credit hours a semester or 30 credit hours per academic year, and you need to take a minimum of 12 credit hours per fall/spring semester to qualify. The Promise is not applicable over the summer.

Will I still be able to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise if I start school in the spring instead of the fall?

Because the 第一吃瓜网 Promise is applied for an entire academic year, if you don’t start in the fall, there is not a guarantee you will receive the 第一吃瓜网 Promise.

To qualify for 第一吃瓜网 Promise, you must meet all applicable deadlines—which includes filing the FAFSA by June 1.

Students who begin in the spring may still be offered grants and scholarships, but may not receive an amount that covers full tuition.

Application Questions

I am interested in applying to the 第一吃瓜网 College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis. Will the 第一吃瓜网 Promise apply to me?

Yes. First-time and transfer students who would like to attend NCTA—a two-year technical college within the University of 第一吃瓜网, with programs focused on agriculture and veterinary technology—are eligible for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise if they meet the requirements. Please contact the NCTA financial aid office for more details.

第一吃瓜网 College of Technical Agriculture

(308)-367-5207
nctafinancialaid@unl.edu

You can request more information on the college , and you may apply to NCTA here.

I am interested in applying to the University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center. Will the 第一吃瓜网 Promise apply to me?

Undergraduate students meeting the Pell Grant or adjusted gross income criteria鈥攚ho are seeking their first bachelors degree鈥� are eligible for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise regardless of their UNMC campus location. There are several undergraduate degree available at UNMC, including nursing, dental hygiene and several allied health fields. Graduate and professional students are not eligible for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise program.

Please contact the UNMC financial aid office for more details.

University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center

(402)-559-4199
finaid@unmc.edu

Do you need to apply for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

No. There is no separate application. Eligible students are identified automatically through the annual Free Application for Federal Student Aid () application.

What are the admission requirements to be accepted at the University of 第一吃瓜网?

The University of 第一吃瓜网 admissions requirements for UNK, UNL and UNO are as follows:

20 or higher on the ACT or ranking in the top 50 percent of the graduating class or have a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
16 core units must be completed:
- 4 units English
- 3 units math (Alg I and II and Geometry); UNL requires 4 units; the fourth unit must build upon concepts learned in Algebra II
- 3 units of natural science
- 3 units of social science
- 2 units of the same foreign language
- 1 academic elective from anything within the core area (UNK & UNO)

Students that do not meet the assured admission requirements may still be eligible for admission by review. Please contact the appropriate admissions office for more information.

University of 第一吃瓜网 at Kearney

(308)-865-8526
admissions@unk.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网–Lincoln

(402)-472-2023
admissions@unl.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网 at Omaha

(402)-554-2393
unoadmissions@unomaha.edu

Are the application process and admission requirements for undergraduate programs at the University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center different than the requirements for undergraduate programs at UNK, UNL and UNO?

All undergraduates admitted to UNMC are transfer students and have admission criteria that are specific to the academic program. The University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center (UNMC) application process varies by academic program. All applications made to UNMC academic programs are made through national application services and they differ by program. For more information, please review UNMC’s undergraduate program admissions requirements ; for assistance, please contact the appropriate college as listed.

University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center

(402)-559-4199
finaid@unmc.edu

What is the undergraduate application fee for the University of 第一吃瓜网?

You can apply to any of our three undergraduate institutions鈥擴NK, UNL and UNO鈥攗sing one application. The application fee is $45. You will only need to pay the application fee once, regardless if you apply to multiple campuses.

UNK, UNL and UNO application fees may be waived for students eligible for free/reduced lunch, or active military status and their dependents. Students should complete the applicable questions regarding their free/reduced lunch or military/dependent status.

The application fees for UNMC undergraduate programs vary. Please visit the website of the you are interested in for more information. UNMC does not waive applications fees.

Continuing to Qualify

If I am a 第一吃瓜网 Promise student and my GPA drops below 2.5 for a semester, do I have to pay for that semester?

GPA is reviewed at the time of awarding. If a student does not have a 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of review, the student is not guaranteed to receive enough scholarships and grants to cover tuition through the 第一吃瓜网 Promise for the following year. The time of awarding depends on when the student files the FAFSA.

In other words, GPA is not reviewed semester by semester, but as a cumulative for the academic year. 第一吃瓜网 Promise qualifications are reviewed annually, not at the end of each semester.

If I take longer than four years to graduate, will I still be eligible for 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding?

第一吃瓜网 Promise is renewable provided eligibility and renewal criteria are met. Students must meet income requirements, maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Recipients will receive full eligibility and renewal policies and expectations when offered the funding.

Do I need to reapply each year for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

You need to file a FAFSA each year, remain a full-time (12 credit hours or more) undergraduate student, maintain a 2.5 grade point average, and continue to have a family income of $65,000 or less (AGI) or remain eligible for the Federal Pell Grant.

What 第一吃瓜网 Promise Covers

What makes up my 第一吃瓜网 Promise commitment?

All grants and university scholarships are included in your 第一吃瓜网 Promise commitment. This includes federal, state, and institutional grants, such as any Federal Pell Grant, opportunity grant, and/or tuition assistance grants such as military tuition waivers.

Scholarships also contribute toward meeting your 第一吃瓜网 Promise, including merit-based, college or departmental scholarships, and University of 第一吃瓜网 Foundation scholarships.

There is not a line item called the “第一吃瓜网 Promise” that will appear on your financial aid package. Instead, the 第一吃瓜网 Promise is a promise that these programs combined will cover your tuition each semester for up to 15 credit hours.

(As a note, the 第一吃瓜网 Promise does not include scholarships from private scholarship donors.)

Why am I still charged tuition if I qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

All students have tuition charges assessed to their university student billing account. Recipients of the 第一吃瓜网 Promise will still see tuition charges assessed on their account.

The 第一吃瓜网 Promise is a promise program that guarantees enough scholarships and grants to cover tuition charges for students who qualify. The 第一吃瓜网 Promise commitment fulfills actual tuition charges for up to 15 credit hours per semester.

Other Expenses

Does the 第一吃瓜网 Promise program cover additional expenses outside of tuition?

Although the 第一吃瓜网 Promise will cover the cost of tuition and be a boon for hundreds of college-going students and their families, it does not mean a university education is entirely free from cost. Students will still need to cover costs for fees, books or room and board.

Fortunately, the 第一吃瓜网 Promise is just one of many financial aid options available for students. Those who receive Federal Pell Grants and 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding may be eligible for assistance beyond tuition. For more details, contact the financial aid office at the campus you are interested in.

University of 第一吃瓜网 at Kearney

(308)-865-8520
finaid1@unk.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网鈥揕incoln

(402)-472-2030
huskerhub@unl.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center

(402)-559-4199
finaid@unmc.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网 at Omaha

(402)-554-2327
unofinaid@unomaha.edu

What scholarships do you offer? What are the requirements?

Scholarships vary by campus. Please see each institution鈥檚 scholarship website for more information and deadlines.

UNK scholarship
UNL scholarship
UNMC scholarship
UNO scholarship

What does free tuition mean? Will my Pell grant and other federal aid now be applied to other charges on my student bill, like room and board?

To arrive at free tuition, the University of 第一吃瓜网 first applies Pell Grant funds and other grants and scholarships to your tuition. After your Pell funds and other grants and/or scholarships are applied, the 第一吃瓜网 Promise covers any gap that remains in paying your tuition—up to 15 credit hours per semester or 30 credit hours per academic year.

Financial Aid

Where can I find financial aid information specific to the University of 第一吃瓜网's four campuses?

The financial aid office at each University of 第一吃瓜网 campus can provide you with information on scholarships and other aid specific to that campus.

University of 第一吃瓜网 at Kearney

(308)-865-8520
finaid1@unk.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网鈥揕incoln

(402)-472-2030
huskerhub@unl.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center

(402)-559-4199
finaid@unmc.edu

University of 第一吃瓜网 at Omaha

(402)-554-2327
unofinaid@unomaha.edu

Why should I fill out the FAFSA?

The FAFSA stands for “Free Application for Federal Student Aid.” It determines a student's eligibility for need-based federal financial aid for college, which may include grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. If you don't fill out the FAFSA, you are likely leaving money on the table that you may have qualified for.

Every year, the gives over $120 billion in federal grants, loans and work-study funds to more than 13 million college students, making it the largest provider of student financial aid in the country. About two-thirds of all full-time undergraduate college students receive grant aid, or money you don’t have to repay.

When does the FAFSA need to be completed and filed?

The FAFSA application deadline for the 2024-2025 academic year is June 1.

What happens after I fill out the FAFSA?

After you complete the , you will receive a Student Aid Report which will tell you if you鈥檙e eligible for the Federal Pell Grant and the amount of your expected family contribution.

How do I know if I qualify for a Pell Grant?

After you complete the , you will receive a Student Aid Report which will tell you if you’re eligible for the Federal Pell Grant and the amount of your expected family contribution.

What if I fill out the FAFSA and I'm not eligible for a Pell Grant?

If you file the and are told you are not eligible for a Pell Grant, the university will automatically review your FAFSA to determine if you qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise. If your family income is $65,000 or less, you will qualify.

Should I still apply to the University of 第一吃瓜网 if I'm not sure if I qualify for a Pell Grant?

Yes. You should also fill out the . If your family income is $65,000 or less, you will qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise.

I started college and never finished; I鈥檝e been out for 8 years. I want to come back and complete my undergraduate degree. Does the GPA I left college with impact whether or not I qualify for 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

You must maintain a 2.5 grade point average to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise. Your past courses and grades are part of your school records. If the GPA you left college with is 2.5 or above, you would be able to qualify for 第一吃瓜网 Promise. If the GPA you left college with is below 2.5, you would need to get your GPA to 2.5 before you qualified for 第一吃瓜网 Promise.

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Qualifying for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise

How do I qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

I'm 18 and I don't live at home. I file my own tax returns and my parents don't claim me on their tax return. Do I use my income to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

I'm 29 and I never finished college. I want to come back and complete my undergraduate degree. Do I use my income to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

Do transfer students qualify?

Do non-第一吃瓜网 residents qualify?

Who is considered a 第一吃瓜网 resident for the purposes of the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

Can I receive 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding if I'm taking all of my classes online?

Am I eligible for 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding as a graduate student?

Can I utilize 第一吃瓜网 Promise for multiple undergraduate degrees?

Will a household income threshold higher than $65k be considered if a family has multiple children?

For those married but filing separately, is the $65k income threshold based off both individuals鈥� combined incomes or separate incomes?

How many credit hours can I take each semester or each year? If I wanted to take 18 hours per semester, would the 第一吃瓜网 Promise cover it?

Will I still be able to qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise if I start school in the spring instead of the fall?

Application Questions

I am interested in applying to the 第一吃瓜网 College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis. Will the 第一吃瓜网 Promise apply to me?

I am interested in applying to the University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center. Will the 第一吃瓜网 Promise apply to me?

Do you need to apply for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

What are the admission requirements to be accepted at the University of 第一吃瓜网?

Are the application process and admission requirements for undergraduate programs at the University of 第一吃瓜网 Medical Center different than the requirements for undergraduate programs at UNK, UNL and UNO?

What is the undergraduate application fee for the University of 第一吃瓜网?

Continuing to Qualify

If I am a 第一吃瓜网 Promise student and my GPA drops below 2.5 for a semester, do I have to pay for that semester?

If I take longer than four years to graduate, will I still be eligible for 第一吃瓜网 Promise funding?

Do I need to reapply each year for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

What 第一吃瓜网 Promise Covers

What makes up my 第一吃瓜网 Promise commitment?

Why am I still charged tuition if I qualify for the 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

Other Expenses

Does the 第一吃瓜网 Promise program cover additional expenses outside of tuition?

What scholarships do you offer? What are the requirements?

What does free tuition mean? Will my Pell grant and other federal aid now be applied to other charges on my student bill, like room and board?

Financial Aid

Where can I find financial aid information specific to the University of 第一吃瓜网's four campuses?

Why should I fill out the FAFSA?

When does the FAFSA need to be completed and filed?

What happens after I fill out the FAFSA?

How do I know if I qualify for a Pell Grant?

What if I fill out the FAFSA and I'm not eligible for a Pell Grant?

Should I still apply to the University of 第一吃瓜网 if I'm not sure if I qualify for a Pell Grant?

Other Questions

I started college and never finished; I鈥檝e been out for 8 years. I want to come back and complete my undergraduate degree. Does the GPA I left college with impact whether or not I qualify for 第一吃瓜网 Promise?

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