Students enjoy the duck pond in the Arboretum.

Apply to be a TRiO Scholar

Eligibility

You may be eligible if you are an undergraduate student who has an academic need and meets at least one of the following criteria:

  • First generation college student (neither parent or guardian has graduated from a U.S. four-year college or university)
  • Low-income based on the U.S. Department of Education scale
  • Have a physical or learning disability

Additionally, applicants must:

  • For continuing students, must be enrolled as an undergraduate student at UC Davis
  • For new students, you must commit to UC Davis and return Statement of Intent to Register (SIR)

How to Apply 

Our application for the 2025-2026 Academic Year is CLOSED.