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The Degree Project

The Degree Project was established in 2011 for graduates of Milwaukee Public Schools. The award provides up to $12,000 on a last dollar basis to in-state public 2-year or 4-year universities. Students must also meet merit requirements. The program is funded by Great Lakes Education Philanthropy, Tulane University, and Milwaukee Public Schools.

Year the Program was Founded 

2011

Promise Typology Category 

Place-based programs

State 

Wisconsin

Residency Requirement 

N/A

K-12 School Attendance Requirement 

School District

Type of Award 

Financial Award

Financial Award is Limited to Students with Financial Need 

No

Financial Award is Limited to Students who Meet Academic Achievement Requirements 

Yes

Disbursement of Financial Aid 

Last Dollar

Year Requirement for Full Aid 

Does not require

Sponsored by Single Agency 

No

Program Offers Support Services 

No