U1.0 Textbook Scholarship

This scholarship is intended for first-generation college students who are identified as need-based students in pursuit of their first undergraduate degree. The purpose of the scholarship is to lessen the financial burden and improve student retention and graduation rates among first-generation college students. If selected, student(s) will receive up to $300 for textbook purchase (paper or digital) for the upcoming term.

Eligibility:
 Identified as first-generation college students
 Enrolled UWM students seeking their first undergraduate degree
 With financial need (Financial need will be established either by a filed FAFSA or the non-FAFSA reporting form)

Award
Up to $300
Schools, Colleges, Departments, and Areas
University-Wide Scholarships, UWM Foundation Scholarships
Deadline
08/07/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you a first-generation college student?
  2. Please let us know why you are seeking this scholarship.
  3. Please include which class(es) and the course number the scholarship will be used for.