Guidelines
To apply to the NCEOC program, all applicants must:
- Be a citizen, national or permanent resident of the United States
- Be at least 19 years of age
- Interested in enrolling in a high school diploma GED program, or in a program of post-secondary education.
- Be considered a low-income individual in conformity with the Federal TRiO Programs Low-income guidelines. (See chart below)
Federal TRIO Programs Current-Year Low-Income Levels
| Size of Family Unit |
Taxable Income |
Size of Family Unit |
Taxable Income |
| 1 | $23,940 | 5 | $58,020 |
| 2 | $32,460 | 6 | $66,540 |
| 3 | $40,980 | 7 | $75,060 |
| 4 | $449,500 | 8 | $83,580 |
*Note that the term “low-income individual” means an individual whose family’s taxable income for the preceding year did not exceed 150% of the poverty level amount.
Ready to Submit your Application?
After submitting your application, schedule an appointment with the NCEOC office and be prepared to provide the following information:
- Annual Income Information
Income tax forms for the previous 2–3 years filed, or income verification needed to complete a FAFSA. Learn more about what you’ll need to complete your FAFSA on Federal Student Aid. - Dependency Status for FAFSA
Not sure if you’re a dependent or independent student? Find FAFSA dependency status guidance on Federal Student Aid. - Social Security Card & Permanent Resident Card
Required if applicable
Download the application in Spanish here | Email PDF application to nceoc@palomar.edu
