New Student programs - At a Glance
Each program has different eligibility requirements and provides a variety of benefits. Some provide greater financial assistance, while some provide additional resources. Other programs help get you connected to out-of-classroom learning experiences, such as internships and research. More information about each of these programs and a link to their application can be found by clicking on the name of the program below.
Program | Length | Eligible to the following | Funding | Opens | Deadline |
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Emerging Scholars | 1st & 2nd years | Federal work study and first-year students | Work-study employment | Mid May | Early June* Early July |
Hawk Link | 4 years | All students, while prioritizing initiatives for students that identify as the following: First-generation, Pell eligible, and underrepresented students | Early freshman move-in, experiential learning funds | On-going** | On-going |
Hixson Opportunity Award | 4 years | KS residents with significant personal challenges and financial hardship who are incoming freshmen | $6,000 per year | Sept. 1 | Jan. 4 |
Native American Initiatives | 4 years | All students, while prioritizing initiatives for students that identify as Native American | Various grant opportunities, experiential learning funds | On-going** | On-going |
Jayhawk JumpStart | 1st year | First-generation, Pell eligible, and underrepresented students | Early Freshmen Move in | Early May | July 1 |
TRIO SES | 4 years | First-generation college, low income, or individuals with disabilities | Various grant opportunities | On-going** | Aug. 1* Rolling admission until filled |
TRIO STEM | 4 years | First-generation to college, low income, or individuals with disabilities | Various grant opportunities | On-going** | Aug. 1, 2022* Rolling admission until filled |
* Priority deadline.
** Contact specific program for detail