Students must meet the Federal Student Eligibility criteria as defined by the FAFSA. (various check with homeland security, social security, selective services, etc)

1. Student must:
   1. Have a zero expected family contribution (EFC); or
   2. If dependent by FAFSA definition have parent adjusted gross income (AGI) that is less than $30,000; or
   3. If independent by FAFSA definition a student AGI of less than $15,000.
2. Student must be in good standing with Wisconsin state agencies for state grant eligibility.
3. Students must have completed an associate degree as a member of the MATC Promise or as a student who meets the required eligibility standards, as listed.
4. Student will be eligible for the tuition-free promise for up to 6 terms. Fall and Spring term eligible only; Summer does not qualify as a term because we cannot obtain state grant support for the Summer term.
5. Students must maintain full-time continuous enrollment and remain, while enrolled at Lakeland, in academic and financial aid good standing.
6. Application and FAFSA deadline:
   1. Application materials must be submitted at least 21 days prior to the start of classes.
   2. Financial Aid documents completed at least 30 days prior to the start of classes.

MATC Promise and Promise eligible students who do not meet the financial criteria in Item 2 above will still be eligible for significant scholarship assistance and participation in the Cooperative Education program (co-op). Many students will be able to defray all tuition through the scholarship and co-op program.