Income Eligibility
Income eligibility is based on tax status for the previous year. If you filed as a dependent your parent/guardian must provide tax information. The income guideline used to determine eligibility is determined by Federal TRIO income levels (see chart below).
| Family Size |
Taxable Income Limit |
| 1 |
$21,870 |
| 2 |
$29,580 |
| 3 |
$37,290 |
| 4 |
$45,000 |
| 5 |
$52,710 |
| 6 |
$60,420 |
| 7 |
$68,130 |
| 8 |
$75,840 |
For family units with more than eight members, add the following amount for each additional family member: $7,710 for the 48 contiguous states, the District of Columbia and outlying jurisdictions; $9,645 for Alaska; and $8,865 for Hawaii.(Effective as of January 19, 2023)