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Negative Income Tax Trial

Who can join

Ages 18 and older · All sexes

Inclusion criteria:

* 19 years of age or older, and
* Currently in 2nd semester of MCC Associate's program OR completed at least one Level-1 credential OR within one month of completing a Level 2 credential, and
* Have a total adjusted gross income (AGI) $6,000 below the SPM for the reported family size, and
* Compliant with community college's enrollment, participation, and documentation requirements

About the study

In partnership with a local community college in in Omaha, Nebraska, the Center for Guaranteed Income Research (CGIR) at the University of Pennsylvania will conduct a randomized controlled trial to determine the impacts of a negative income tax for MCC students, with particular attention to educational and career advancement outcomes. The sample will include students in a degree-seeking program, as well as those in non-degree programs, such as those working towards professional certificates.

What is being tested

• Negative Income Tax (other)
• Control (other)

Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania · Participants: 750 · Started: Jun 1, 2026

Contact the study team

• Stacia West, PhD · Phone: 215-898-5512

Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT07463131

Locations in the U.S.

From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.