Find Your Future as a TRIO SCHOLAR | Educational Talent Search | TRIO Programs

Get the grades and test scores needed to complete a high school degree and begin the collegiate journey. TRIO’s Educational Talent Search (ETS) offers academic, social, cultural and financial support for first-generation college and under-served scholars. ETS currently serves 6 middle schools and 3 high schools in partnership with Lincoln Public Schools.

Step 1

Qualifications

Is the student a first-generation student (neither parent has completed a four-year college degree)?
OR
Does the student meet income eligibility requirements ?

Federal TRIO Programs Current-Year Low-Income Levels

Effective January 15, 2025 until further notice.

Family Size	Federal Income
1	$23,475
2	$31,725
3	$39,975
4	$48,225
5	$56,475
6	$64,725
7	$72,975
8	$81,225
9+	Add $5,500 per person

All students must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to qualify.
source: https://www.ed.gov/about/ed-offices/ope/trio/federal-trio-programs-current-year-low-income-levels

Step 2

Academic Eligibility

Is the student currently enrolled or will be enrolling and attending one of the following schools?
Middle Schools
- Culler
- Dawes
- Goodrich
- Lefler
- Mickle
- Park
High Schools
- Lincoln High
- North Star
- Northeast

Is the student between the ages of 11 and 27 years of age?

Does the student:
- Demonstrate potential for academic success?
- Exhibit motivation to attend and graduate from high school?

Step 3

Apply

Application

Questions? Call us at (402) 472-8989 or email ets@unl.edu . Here you can view staff contacts to reach out.

Apply to ETS