Recognition Tiers

COSO Recognition Tiers

Effective Fall 2026

The Council on Student Organizations categorizes student clubs into two tiers. Tier 1 is full recognition and Tier 2 is recognized with restrictions. Tiers are determined during the recognition process. 

Tier 1 - Recognized

  • Student-run organizations that consistently demonstrate programming activity, community engagement, and financial responsibility. The majority of clubs fall in this category. 
  • Student organizations must abide by the Privileges and Expectations of Recognized Student Organizations. 
  • Recognized student organizations are eligible to request funding from COSO. 

 

Tier 2 - Recognized with Restriction 

  • Student-run organizations that have met the basic recognition requirements for COSO but are not eligible for funding. They still: 
  • Tier 2 organizations are not eligible to receive COSO funding. This includes COSO allocated, Big Policy meeting, recruitment, and start-up funds.