An individual is considered economically disadvantaged if he/she:
comes from a family with an annual income below a level based on low-income thresholds, according to family size, published by the U.S. Bureau of the Census, adjusted annually for changes in the Consumer Price Index, and adjusted ... for use in all health ... professions programs.
The table below provides a breakdown of family income levels used to determine economic disadvantage.
LOW INCOME LEVELS
Size of parental family1 Income Level2
1 $17,700
2 $23,800
3 $30,040
4 $36,200
5 $42,360
6 $48,520
7 $54,680
8 or more $60,840
1 Includes only dependents listed on federal income tax forms.
2 Adjusted gross income for calendar year 2002.
Source: Federal Register, February 14, 2002