GEAR UP Events

GEAR UP FAFSA Festival: Learn how to pay for college with FREE MONEY! RSVP
GEAR UP FAFSA Festival

Come have fun while learning how to get FREE MONEY for college! We will have Pizza! 

SV 10/30 during RoCK hour
GC 10/28 during Pack hour
RL 10/31 during Hawk hour
MC Date TBD during lunch

RSVP so we know how much food to bring! We are excited to see you there!

RSVP!


Explore USU True Blue College Access Day Wednesday, November 6, 2024 Learn about resources and diversity at USU! Enjoy a campus tour, fun activities, lunch, and Aggie Ice Cream!
USU True Blue Day

Students and parents are invited to join us on a field trip to USU for True Blue Day! A bus will pick up students at MC at 7:30am, RL at 7:45am, SV at 8:15am, and GC at 8:30am. USU will have presentations, a campus tour, activities, lunch, and Aggie Ice Cream!

Those who would like to attend must RSVP with USU and GEAR UP by October 30th.

Here are the links: 

We are excited to see you there!

2024-25 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship 

The 2024/2025 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for eligible students to receive financial support for their undergraduate education. This one-time award of up to $740 is available to full-time students (prorated for part-time students) who meet the eligibility requirements. 

Eligibility Requirements 

To be considered for the 2024/2025 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements: 

  • PELL Eligibility: You must qualify for the Federal Pell Grant. Make sure you’ve completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility. 
  • Age Limit: Applicants must be under the age of 22 at the time of award contract. 
  • GEAR UP Participation: You must have been a GEAR UP student during the years 2017-2024 and participated in GEAR UP activities during your senior year.
  • Enrollment in Undergraduate College/University: To receive the scholarship, you must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate institution. 

How to Apply 

  • Complete the FAFSA: If you haven’t already, submit your FAFSA to determine your Pell Grant eligibility. 
  • Confirm that you were a GEAR UP student between 2017 and 2024. 
  • Apply Early: Fill out this application. The scholarship is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Questions? 

If you have any questions about the 2024/2025 GEAR UP Utah Scholarship, feel free to reach out to GEAR UP Utah. We’re here to help you succeed in your educational journey!