Being a first-generation student means having to navigate the world of higher education with little to no guidance. This website serves as an encyclopedia for first-generation students based on the common barries this population encounters
Research has shown that one of the biggest barriers first-generation students encounter is the confusing words used on college websites. In hopes of making these terms easier to understand, we have broken down these terms into simpler terms.
Financial aid is extremely important, and applications like FAFSA can be difficult to complete without guidance. We have created a steb-by-step process to help complete the FAFSA application.
College applications are difficult to complete for any student, especially the essay portions. We have included helpful questions and advice to guide you through this process.