・Federal law defines a first-generation college student as someone whose parent or parents did not complete a four-year degree, but colleges sometimes use their own definitions. ・First-generation ...

At Texas Woman's University, first generation students often participate in the "G-Force" program, in which they help prospective college students fill out applications and apply for financial aid.

Left to right: Stephanie Lopez, Angelica Garcia, Samatha Leos, Christopher Montano, Zerahann Ondieki, Caleb Dixon, and Luis Andrade. All are now-former students at Sam Houston High School in Arlington ...

New Common App research shows that broad first- and continuing-generation labels can mask meaningful differences in student ...

For thousands of students across New York City and Long Island, preparing for college can be overwhelming, especially for those who are the first in their families to pursue higher education. Frances ...

For Caterin Rodriguez, attending Southern New Hampshire University is her dream. But, as the first in her family to graduate high school, navigating complicated financial aid forms and SNHU’s ...

Students continue to pursue postsecondary education—particularly Latino and Black students—and a growing share of those applicants are choosing to submit SAT and ACT scores even when institutions are ...

The First Generation College Celebration is held annually on Nov. 8. First-generation students have unique strengths and challenges, and it can be very helpful for you to connect with people who share ...

GREELEY, Colo. — Lucyna Herrera Pacheco walked through the halls of Greeley West High School, reflecting on a journey that once seemed impossible: becoming a first-generation college student at the ...

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