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Definitions

"Low Income":The term "low-income individual" means an individual whose family's taxable income (1040 line 43; 1040A, line 27; 1040EZ, line 6) for the preceding year did not exceed 150% of the poverty level amount.

Federal Trio Programs 2008 Annual Low-Income Levels

Size of Family	48 Contiguous States	Alaska	Hawaii
1	$15,600	$19,500	$17,940
2	$21,000	$26,250	$24,150
3	$26,400	$33,000	$30,360
4	$31,800	$39,750	$36,570
5	$37,200	$46,500	$42,780
6	$42,600	$53,250	48,990$
7	$48,000	$60,000	$55,200
8	$53,400	$66,750	$61,410

For family units with more than 8 members, add the following amount for each additional family member: $5,400 for the 48 contiguous states, the District of Columbia and outlying jurisdictions; $6,750 for Alaska; and $6,210 for Hawaii.

"First-Generation"

Neither of your parents completed a baccalaureate degree; OR
Prior to the age of 18, you regularly resided with and received support from only one parent, who did not complete a baccalaureate degree; OR
Prior to the age of 18, you did not regularly reside with or receive support from a natural or adoptive parent; OR
Your parent(s) and/or guardian(s) attended college but do not have a bachelors degree (i.e., did not graduate).

Contact Information

McNair Scholar Program
400 E. University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7516
509-963-2869
email: McNair Scholars Program

Central Washington University

400 E. University Way, Ellensburg WA 98926

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