If you’re the first one in your family to go to college—also called a first-generation college student—you might not have the same support as others, but you’re definitely not alone. Discover essential resources designed to support first-generation college students on their academic journey.
First Generation
Resilient first-generation students who graduate with degrees report positive outcomes throughout their college-going years, and upon graduation, throughout their careers, according to Gallup-Poll research. As you approach graduation, continue to persevere as you search for your first job out of …
by The Chronicle of Higher Education
The path to and through college has twists and turns for first-generation students. The Chronicle interviewed two such students who are dealing with challenges as they pursue degrees at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County.