UW SYSTEM APPLICATION
ADVANCED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (AOP)
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Advanced Opportunity Program Grant
for
Graduate Study
TO APPLY
1. Complete the FAFSA and mail to: Federal Student Aid Programs
P.O. Box 4408
Mt. Vernon , IL 62864-8608
2. Ensure that you meet the following guidelines:
• African-American, Native American, Hispanic American, or Southeast Asian of Vietnamese, Cambodian, or Laotian descent who entered the U.S. after 12/31/75
• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Pursuing a master's degree
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average
• In good academic standing
3. Submit the attached form to: Multicultural Student Affairs
UW-Parkside
900 Wood Road, Box 2000
Kenosha , WI 53141
APPLY TODAY
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WHAT WILL HAPPEN
• The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will certify whether or not you are eligible for an award based on the program you are enrolled in, your academic standing, and your grade point average.
• Applications will then be forwarded to the Financial Aid Office. They will certify how much you are eligible for based upon your financial need and available funds.
• The Financial Aid Office will send you an award letter detailing what type of aid you may receive. If you are eligible for the AOP Grant, it will appear on your award letter.
Indicate any unusual circumstances that should be taken into consideration in review of your financial need.
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Certification
I hereby certify that it is not possible for me to pursue graduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside without financial assistance and the information provided in this form is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that the University reserves the right to terminate any award assistance if information has been misrepresented in this form, and that the University has the right to seek repayment for any funds obtained under these pretenses.
I further authorize the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Financial Aid Office to obtain such additional information concerning my education program and financial record as may be needed to complete the processing of this application. It is also my understanding that information submitted herein may be released to other offices in the support of this application.
Date____________ Signature of Applicant_________________________________
Signature of Spouse___________________________________
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is committed to equal opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, creed, age, ancestry, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, developmental disability, or arrest or conviction record in its educational programs, activities , and employment policies.
Advanced Opportunity Program Grant
Certification of Enrollment in Graduate Program
(To be verified and signed by Graduate Advisor)
I certify that _________________________ _________________________
Name Student ID#
is currently pursuing a Master of Arts/Science/Business Administration (circle one) in the
Department of _______________________________.
Grant Period __________________________ _________________________
Semester Year
Total number of credits enrolled during grant period ____________________.
Signature of Graduate Advisor: ________________________________
Title of Graduate Advisor: ____________________________________
Date: _____________
Advanced Opportunity Program Grant
For Graduate Study
2006-2007
Complete all information and return this application to the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (Wyllie D182).
Name: _______________________________________ Social Security #:_______________________________
Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ________________ Phone: ___________________
E-mail:___________________________________________________________
To qualify for an award, applicants must meet the criteria listed below at the time of application.
___ African-American
___ Southeast Asian of Vietnamese, Cambodian, or Laotian descent who entered the U.S. after 12/31/75
___ Native American
___ Hispanic American
A U.S. citizen or permanent resident? ___Yes ___ No
Enrolled in a graduate program leading to a master's degree? ___ Yes ___ No
Cumulative G.P.A. of at least 2.? ___ Yes ___ No
In good academic standing? ___ Yes ___ No
Semesters you will be attending: ___ Fall 2006 ___ Spring 2007
FAFSA completed and submitted: ___Yes ___ No
(Stop! Do not submit an AOP
Application until the FAFSA is filed.)
Does your company pay for your tuition? ___ Yes ___ No
Statement of Agreement:
I understand that I may be required to submit additional material to verify my eligibility for this award. I further understand that this grant may be revoked if I fail to meet the eligibility requirements at any time. I understand that funds are limited and that there is no guarantee that I will receive funding. I also understand that preference will be given to students who are Wisconsin residents and who have demonstrated financial need and those awards to part-time students will be dependent upon the availability of funds.
Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: ____________________________
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Credits_____ Cumulative GPA:_______ Standing: Good Probation Strict Probation Suspended
Certified: Fall 2006 Spring 2007 No (give reason):
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Signature of Certifier: _____________________________________ Date: _____________________________
