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.

 

ProgramLengthEligible to the followingFundingOpensDeadline
Emerging Scholars1st & 2nd yearsFederal work study and first-year studentsWork-study employmentMid May

Early June*

Early July

Hawk Link4 yearsAll students, while prioritizing initiatives for students that identify as the following: First-generation, Pell eligible, and underrepresented studentsEarly freshman move-in, experiential learning fundsOn-going**On-going
Hixson Opportunity Award4 years

KS residents with significant personal challenges and financial hardship who are incoming freshmen

$6,000 per yearSept. 1Jan. 4
Native American Initiatives4 yearsAll 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 studentsEarly Freshmen Move inEarly MayJuly 1
TRIO SES4 yearsFirst-generation college, low income, or individuals with disabilitiesVarious grant opportunities

On-going**

Aug. 1*

Rolling admission until filled

TRIO STEM4 yearsFirst-generation to college, low income, or individuals with disabilitiesVarious grant opportunitiesOn-going**

Aug. 1, 2022*

Rolling admission until filled

* Priority deadline.

** Contact specific program for detail